May 09, 2024  
2016-2017 Supplemental Graduate Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Supplemental Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • OCC 5104 - Level I Fieldwork Occupation

    Credits: 1
    This course is designed to help occupational therapy students apply core concepts of Person, Environment and Occupation Model in a practical setting. Opportunities for students to demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors in diverse practice settings will be provided. Prerequisite(s): Co-Requisites: Foundations of Occupational Therapy, Analysis of Occupation, Therapeutic Interventions.
  
  • OCC 5111 - Physiological Factors of Occupation

    Credits: 1 hr
    In this course students will study bodily systems as they relate to pathological conditions their implication on occupational performance.
  
  • OCC 5112 - Neurological Basis of Occupation Lab

    Credits: 1
    In this course students will engage in labs to increase understanding of neurological theories and frames of references focusing on occupational performance.  Normal and abnormal neurological development will be explored, including its effects on occupational engagement across the lifespan.  Students will practice how to appropriately use common neurological assessments in occupational therapy practice. Prerequisite(s): Neurological Basis of Occupation
  
  • OCC 5117 - Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics Lab

    Credits: 1
    This course engages the student in application of information presented in Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics Lecture, involving use of assessment tools, problem identification and setting, intervention planning, implementation and documentation. Prerequisite(s): Physiological Factors of Occupation Lecture and Lab, Analysis of Occupation, Foundations of Occupational Therapy.
  
  • OCC 5119 - Level I Fieldwork Pediatrics

    Credits: 1
    This course is designed to provide opportunities for students to apply the occupational therapy process in diverse pediatric settings. Prerequisite(s): Co-requisites: Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics, Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics Lab.
  
  • OCC 5212 - Conducting Occupation Based Research

    Credits: 2
    This course focuses on the initiation, development and implementation of a research project with a faculty research advisor. Faculty advisor will work closely with students in a small group to facilitate the research topic, review relevant literature, formulate research design, and implement the project. Prerequisite(s): Methods of Inquiry, Eveidence- Based Practice.
  
  • OCC 5214 - Intercultural Fieldwork Practicum

    Credits: 2 hrs
    An optional fieldwork practicum that prepares students to function in a global society by advancing their knowledge of cultures, by promoting cultural sensitivity, and by working with multi-ethnic and societal health-related issues necessary to effectively engage in client-centered occupational therapy care with diverse populations. Prerequisite(s): Taken with permission of faculty.
  
  • OCC 5217 - Physiological Factors of Occupation Lab

    Credits: 2 hrs
    Using applied anatomy concepts in this lab course, students will engage in advanced study of the musculoskeletal and related systems, including normal function and dysfunction and its implication on occupational performance.
  
  • OCC 5300 - Foundations of Occupational Therapy

    Credits: 3
    Occupation as a fundamental human behavior is explored.  Students will study the basis of occupational engagement as expressed in the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process.  Standards of practice, roles, ethics, core values and beliefs as essential foundations of the profession will be articulated.
  
  • OCC 5302 - Evidence Based Practice

    Credits: 3
    Definition of evidence-based practice and levels of evidence in research are taught. Application of critical review of published research, specific emphasis on evidence-based research and practice and the use of research in clinical decision making are emphasized. Differences of types and levels of evidence in health care and other human services, such as education, are discussed. Prerequisite(s): Methods of Inquiry
  
  • OCC 5303 - Analysis of Occupation

    Credits: 3
    Analysis of daily occupations including the comprehension of demands of daily activities on human performance in ADLs, IADLs, work, play, leisure, education, sleep/rest, and social participation in various contexts . The focus is on the relationship of analyzing tasks related to occupation performance, grading and adapting performance skills including: motor and praxis, sensory-perceptual, emotional regulation, cognitive, communication and social skills. Prerequisite(s): Entry into the Graduate Program in Occupational Therapy
  
  • OCC 5307 - Assistive Technology

    Credits: 3
    In this course, consideration for the use of technology to allow greater accessibility and occupational performance will be taught. Students will learn and apply principles of assistive technology across populations and understand the related legislative and regulatory foundations. Prerequisite(s): Foundations of Occupational Therapy, Analysis of Occupation.
  
  • OCC 5308 - Therapeutic Interaction

    Credits: 3
    Students will learn the principles inherent in occupational therapy related to the therapeutic use of self, professional communication and group dynamics. The principles of group intervention including group development, principles of group dynamics and group leadership will be explored. Interview skills as an integral part of occupational therapy practice will be stressed.
  
  • OCC 5309 - Movement Components of Occupation

    Credits: 3
    In this course students will study biomechanical concepts as they relate to movement and function of the human body, and the impact on occupation. Course content will include vital sign and manual skill assessments, functional transfer techniques, and lab safety protocol. Prerequisite(s): Physiological Factors of Occupation Lecture and Lab, Analysis of Occupation.
  
  • OCC 5311 - Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to provide students with an overview of occupational therapy in pediatrics, including legislative foundations of service provision.  An emphasis is placed on the child and family in their environmental contexts (including culture) and the effect of disability on occupational performance.  Evaluation, intervention planning and implementation, from a variety of theoretical perspectives will be explored. Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites: Physiological Factors of Occupation Lecture and Lab, Analysis of Occupation, Foundations of Occupational Therapy.
  
  • OCC 5312 - Neurological Basis of Occupation

    Credits: 3
    In this course students will examine neurological theories and frames of reference focusing on occupational performance.  Normal and abnormal neurological development will be explored, including its effects on occupational engagement across the lifespan.  Students will learn how to appropriately use common neurological assessments in occupational therapy practice. Prerequisite(s): Physiological Factors of Occupation, Foundations of Occupational Therapy, Analysis of Occupation
  
  • OCC 5313 - Methods of Inquiry

    Credits: 3


    This core research course introduces the student to the reasons for and basic processes of research including theoretical perspective, identification of a research question, literature review, research design, data gathering and analysis, and drawing conclusions.  Ethical considerations of sound research are discussed including informed consent and protection of human subjects.

     

  
  • OCC 6104 - Independent Study in Occupational Therapy

    Credits: V=1-4 Hrs.
    This independent study is an elective course designed to allow students to pursue special interests in direct collaboration with an occupational therapy faculty member. The course can be tailored for clinical, research, entrepreneurial, or community interests. Prerequisite(s): Admission in MSOT program and approval of instructor.
  
  • OCC 6112 - Level I Fieldwork-Adults

    Credits: 1
    This course provides opportunities for students to apply knowledge and skills taught in adult intervention courses and to apply the occupational therapy process in diverse adult practice. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of previous coursework Congruent(s): Occupational Therapy Adult Practice 2 course and lab.
  
  • OCC 6113 - Occupational Therapy Adult Practice I Lab

    Credits: 1
    This course engages the student in application of information presented in Occupational Therapy Adult Practice 1, involving use of assessment tools, problem identification and setting, intervention planning, implementation and documentation. Prerequisite(s): Physiological Factors of Occupation, Nerological Basis of Occupation, Movement Components of Occupation, Foundations of Occupational Therapy, Analysis of Occupation.
  
  • OCC 6117 - Specialized and Emerging Practice Lab

    Credits: 1
    This course engages the student in laboratory application of information to support Specialized & Emerging Practice lecture involving assessments, intervention planning, implementation and dcoumentation for traditional, non-traditional and speciality areas of practice and settings.  Students are provided the opportunity to learn and apply principles and techniques for orthotics, prosthetics, drivers’ rehabilitation physical agent modalities. Prerequisite(s): Co-Requisite: Specialized and Emerging Practice.
  
  • OCC 6118 - Level I Fieldwork-Community

    Credits: 1
    This course provides students with opportunities to engage in various aspects of the occupational therapy process with a psychosocial emphasis across settings. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of previous coursework.
    Co-Requisite: Psychosocial Basis of the Profession.
  
  • OCC 6120 - Selected Topics in Occupational Therapy

    Credits: V= Variable Credit (1-3)
    This course is designed for students to explore current issues relevant to their plan of study and not otherwise covered in the curriculum. Students are required to engage in direct experience and focused reflection in an in-depth study of a specific discipline topic and/or the critical analysis of contemporary issues. Taken with permission of faculty.
  
  • OCC 6215 - Research Writing and Dissemination

    Credits: 2
    This final research course is designed to facilitate the culmination of the graduate research project. Working with a research advisor, students must summarize the research results, and formally present the research findings and conclusions. Prerequisite(s): Methods of Inquiry, Evidence-Based Practice, Conducting Occupation Based Research.
  
  • OCC 6217 - Specialized and Emerging Practice

    Credits: 2
    This course is designed to teach theoretical foundations, knowledge and skills required for engagement in specialized areas of practice. This provides the opportunity to learn and apply principles and techniques including orthotics, prosthetics, physical agent modalities, and emerging areas of practice Prerequisite(s): Physiological Factors of Occupation Lecture and Lab, Analysis of Occupation.
  
  • OCC 6300 - Professional Practice, Administration and Policy

    Credits: 3
    This course will cover topics related to marketing, developing and managing occupational therapy programs and services. Primary emphasis will be program development, staffing, reimbursement, planning, advocacy, policies and legislation that affect the availability and provision of occupational therapy services. Prerequisite(s): Foundations of Occupational Therapy, Therapeutic Interaction.
  
  • OCC 6306 - Advanced Topics

    Credits: 3 hrs
    Formal instructions that allow students to engage in experiential learning and to advance their skill for preparation in practice. Examples of advanced content maybe seeking certification specialization, and/or additional opportunities for clinical practice. Prerequisite(s): OCC 5300 Foundations of Occupational Therapy, OCC 5303 Analysis of Occupation, OCC 5217 Physiological Factors of Occupation Lab, OCC 5111 Physiological Factors of Occupation.
  
  • OCC 6308 - Psychosocial Basis of Occupation

    Credits: 3
    In this course the students will apply theoretical foundations and frames of reference used when working with individuals with diverse psychosocial dysfunctions across the lifespan. Students will demonstrate competencies and critical thinking in evaluating, planning, and implementing intervention. Students will apply group facilitation skills and principles of group dynamics. Prerequisite(s): Therapeutic Interactions, Foundations of Occupational Therapy, Analysis of Occupation.
  
  • OCC 6313 - Occupational Therapy Adult Practice 1

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of general patho-physiology, evaluation, intervention planning, and implementation for adults experiencing dysfunction related to the following systems: musculoskeletal, integumentary, and immune. Students will be given the opportunity to develop competency in evaluation, intervention strategies, and documentation of outcomes for the adult population in various practice settings. Prerequisite(s): Physiological Factors of Occupation, Neurological Basis of Occupation, Movement Components of Occupation, Foundations of Occupational Therapy, Analysis of Occupation.
  
  • OCC 6315 - Occupational Therapy LIfe Span Interventions

    Credits: 3 hrs
    Students in this course will review general pathophysiology, and apply the occupational therapy process for lifespan experiencing dysfunctions related to various systems such as: cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, and endocrine. Aspects of human occupational performance that changes from newborn to the aging adulthood and how factors account for those changes will be emphasized. The influences on the lifespan across cultural groups will also be discussed. Students will be given the opportunity to develop competency in evaluation, intervention strategies, and documentation of outcomes for various client populations. Prerequisite(s): Physiological Factors of Occupation, Neurological Basis of Occupation, Movement Components of Occupation, Foundations of Occupational Therapy, Analysis of Occupation.
  
  • OCC 6319 - Professional Seminar

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to allow students the opportunity to enhance problem-solving skills, promote critical thinking and synthesis of information within the context of the overall field of occupational therapy.  Using multiple approaches including on-line testing, students are expected to demonstrate critical analysis and complex problem solving relevant to a variety of roles necessary to be successful in practice.
  
  • OCC 6601 - Fieldwork Level II A

    Credits: 6
    The first 12-week clinical affiliation under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. The primary purpose of Level II fieldwork is to develop entry-level occupational therapists who possess: a) competency to deliver occupational therapy services across practice settings; and b) sound, logical, and ethical clinical reasoning. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all previous coursework.
  
  • OCC 6602 - Fieldwork Level II B

    Credits: 6
    The second 12-week clinical affiliation under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist needed to fulfill fieldwork requirements. The primary purpose of Level II fieldwork is to develop entry-level occupational therapists who possess: a) competency to deliver occupational therapy services across practice settings; and b) sound, logical, and ethical clinical reasoning.   Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all previous coursework and Fieldwork Level II A.