2006-07 Catalog Archive (Archived July 31, 2006)

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Course Descriptions

OCT100
Foundations of Occupational Therapy
Health care services will be defined with emphasis on the role of occupational therapy. The course will explore the history of the profession with the development and practice of its philosophy and principles. The role of the Registered Occupational Therapist and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will be reviewed. Students will tour a variety of community services. Student must be enrolled in OC program. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab) Transportation will be the responsibility of the student. Fall Only.

OCT101
Human Occupations
The course will focus on the observations, analysis, and performance of human occupations in work, self-care and play/leisure throughout the lifespan. The teaching-learning process will be incorporated. Student must be enrolled in OC program. 2 Credits (1 Lecture - 3 Lab) Fall Only.

OCT121
Analysis of Movement
The organization of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and joints of the trunk, upper extremity, and lower extremity of the human body. The interrelationships between the central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, and musculoskeletal system will be analyzed in terms of functional movement required for work, self-care and play. 2 Credits (1 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO115 and MTR100 and OCT100 and OCT101. Corequisite(s): OCT120 or OCT122 and OCT123.

OCT122
Developmental Habilitation Theory
A review of lifespan human development with an emphasis on those conditions which threaten occupational performance and need satisfaction. Specific techniques of occupational therapy intervention and related terminology will be integrated. Laboratory experience will be directed to build insight and skills in observation, assessment, and treatment techniques used in settings with developmentally challenged children and adults. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO115 and OCT100 and OCT101 and PSY111. Corequisite(s): OCT121 and OCT123. Spring Only.

OCT123
Developmental Habilitation: Level I Fieldwork
Observation and guided practice for application of the occupational therapy process in settings serving developmentally challenged children or adults. Students are supervised by clinical educators or faculty at health care, education or community settings. In class activities complement topics and experiences in off campus sites. 1 Credit (0 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO115 and OCT100 and OCT101 and PSY111. Corequisite(s): OCT122. Transportation will be the responsibility of the student. Spring Only.

OCT201
Physical/Social Rehabilitation Methods
Through activity analysis and simulation, the student will gain insight and skill in observation, assessment, documentation, and teaching of adapted self-care, work and play/leisure activities for the physically impaired person. The dynamics of group and individual participation in activities are explored as they relate to assessment and therapeutic intervention. 2 Credits (1 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and OCT120 and OCT121 or BIO125 and OCT121 and OCT122 and OCT123. Corequisite(s): OCT202 and OCT203 and OCT204 or OCT203 and OCT204 and OCT205 and OCT206. Fall Only.

OCT203
Clinical Conditions
The etiology and symptoms of clinical conditions which are commonly referred to as occupational therapy services are examined. The effects of trauma and disease on the biological, psychological, and social domains of occupational behavior are introduced. Procedures and precautions ensuring safety for patients and caregivers are reviewed. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and OCT120 and OCT121 or BIO125 and OCT121 and OCT122 and OCT123. Corequisite(s): OCT201 and OCT202 and OCT204 or OCT201 and OCT204 and OCT205 and OCT206. Fall Only.

OCT204
Occupational Therapy Practice Skills
An intensive review of practice skills required in physical dysfunction settings. Through simulated patient treatment, students will demonstrate service competency for selected skills necessary for clinical practice. 2 Credits (1 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and OCT120 and OCT121 or BIO125 and OCT121 and OCT122 and OCT123. Corequisite(s): OCT201 and OCT202 and OCT203 or OCT201 and OCT203 and OCT205 and OCT206. Fall Only.

OCT205
Physical Dysfunction Rehabilitation Theory
The occupational therapy process in relation to the physically challenged population is examined beginning with a historical and theoretical overview. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and OCT121 and OCT122 and OCT123. Corequisite(s): OCT201 and OCT203 and OCT204 and OCT206. Fall Only.

OCT206
Physical Dysfunction: Level I Fieldwork
Observation and guided practice for application of the occupational therapy process in settings serving physically challenged children or adults. Students are supervised by clinical educators or faculty at health care, education or community settings. In class activities complement topics and experiences in off campus sites. 2 Credits (0 Lecture - 6 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and OCT121 and OCT122 and OCT123. Corequisite(s): OCT201 and OCT203 and OCT204 and OCT205. Transportation will be the responsibility of the student. Fall Only.

OCT221
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Methods
Through activity analysis, simulation, and varied writing assignments, the student will gain insight and skill in observation, assessment, documentation, and teaching of adapted self-care, work, and play/leisure activities for the psychosocially impaired person. The dynamics of group and individual participation in activities are explored as they relate to assessment and therapeutic intervention. 2 Credits (1 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): OCT201 and OCT202 and OCT203 and OCT204 or OCT201 and OCT203 and OCT204 and OCT205. Corequisite(s): OCT220 or OCT226. (Writing Enriched) Spring Only.

OCT224
Clinical Reasoning in Occupational Therapy
The application and integration of clinical reasoning, ethical principles, and role delineation in the OT process is explored. Through research, role plays, and case study, the student will recognize the multifaceted dimensions for decision making in OT practice. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): OCT201 and OCT202 and OCT203 and OCT204 or OCT201 and OCT203 and OCT204 and OCT205. Corequisite(s): OCT220 and OCT225 or OCT225 and OCT226. Spring Only.

OCT225
Occupational Therapy Management Issues
Basic management and support tasks encountered in occupational therapy and activity programs will be experienced. The student will explore topics associated with regulatory agencies and health care delivery systems. The student will incorporate ethical and professional principles while exploring employment opportunities and environments and employment acquisition. 2 Credits (1 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): OCT201 and OCT202 and OCT203 and OCT204 or OCT201 and OCT203 and OCT204 and OCT205. Corequisite(s): OCT224. Spring Only.

OCT226
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Theory
The occupational therapy process in relation to the psychosocially challenged person is examined beginning with a historical and theoretical overview. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): OCT201 and OCT203 and OCT204 and OCT205 and OCT206 and PSY201. Corequisite(s): OCT227. Spring Only.

OCT227
Psychosocial Dysfunction: Level I Fieldwork
Observation and guided practice for application of the occupational therapy process in settings serving psychosocially challenged children or adults. Students are supervised by clinical educators or faculty at health care, education or community settings. In class activities complement topics and experiences in off campus sites. 2 Credits (0 Lecture - 6 Lab) Prerequisite(s): OCT201 and OCT203 and OCT204 and OCT205 and OCT206 and PSY201. Corequisite(s): OCT226. Transportation will be the responsibility of the student. Spring Only.

OCT251
Level II-A Fieldwork
A minimum of eight weeks or 300 hours of supervised experience practicing the skills of an entry-level OTA. Students are assigned to a setting where they receive practical experience integrating and applying knowledge and skills to consumers of a variety of ages and conditions. Students must successfully complete all required course work of the OTA curriculum, current CPR certification, and approval of the department prior to enrolling in this course. Grading evaluated as Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory. NOTE: STUDENT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR TRANSPORTATION, ROOM AND BOARD. 3 Credits (0 Lecture - 15 Lab)

OCT252
Level II-B Fieldwork
A minimum of eight weeks or 300 hours of supervised experience practicing the skills of an entry-level OTA. Students are assigned to a setting where they receive practical experience integrating and applying knowledge and skills to a client population which offers a diversity of clinical experience from that offered in OCT 251. Students must successfully complete all required course work of the OTA curriculum, current CPR certification and approval of the department. Grading evaluated as Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory. NOTE: STUDENT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR TRANSPORTATION, ROOM AND BOARD. 3 Credits (0 Lecture - 15 Lab)