Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ECRA-0324
Organization's ID:
OTA103
Organization:
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
12 weeks (36 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Human Motion or Kinesiology For Occupational Therapy Assistant Programs
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to present the basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology related to human movement and occupational performance.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify and label bony landmarks of the spine, shoulder girdle, and upper extremity
  • Describe movement during functional activities in terms of joint movement and primary movers
  • Illustrate and record the specific origins, insertions, innervations, and functional actions of muscles of the upper extremities
  • Discuss the importance of accurate evaluation measurement and their implications for occupational therapy intervention
  • Apply principles of kinesiology and biomechanics to occupational tasks
  • Utilize hypothetical patient goniometric and manual muscle test results to predict the individual's ability to engage in selected occupational activities
  • Accurately perform assessment measurements for upper extremity joints
  • Demonstrate professional behaviors in classroom and laboratory settings
  • Analyze movement in terms of types of muscle contraction, functional groups, and individual muscles
  • Compare and contrast the biomechanical and rehabilitation frames of reference
  • Accurately record and document results of measurements
  • Classify different types of joints and discuss their functional purpose during movement
  • Identify appropriate activities to strengthen specific muscles or groups of muscles
  • Identify compensatory patterns of movement and stabilization
  • Demonstrate professional behaviors in classroom and laboratory settings

General Topics:

  • Motions of bones and joints
  • Skeletal system
  • Bony landmarks
  • Planes/axes of motion
  • Joint classifications
  • Degrees of freedom
  • Kinematic chains
  • Concepts of kinesiology
  • The science of movement
  • Intervention activities
  • Range of motion
  • Muscular factors
  • Concepts of recruitment and rate coding
  • Scapulohumeral rhythm
  • Posture
  • Functional interaction of the spine and pelvis
  • Upper extremity neurological conditions
  • Hand anatomy
  • Pathologies that are commonly seen in occupational therapy
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials