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2004-2005 Springfield College Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2004-2005 Springfield College Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Physical Education Activity Course

  
  • PEAC 170 - Golf


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 173 - Handball


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 175 - Karate 1


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 176 - Racquetball


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 178 - Rhythmic Gymnastics


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 179 - Self Defense I


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 180 - Artistic Gymnastics


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 181 - Squash


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 187 - Cycling


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 191 - Orienteering


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 194 - Independent Study


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 196 - Skiing and Snowboarding 1


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 205* - Lifeguard Training (ARC)


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • PEAC 206* - Water Safety Instructor


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • PEAC 208 - Adapted Aquatics Instructor


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • PEAC 213 - Variable Resistance Training


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 227 - Dance-Ballet 2


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 273 - Karate 2


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 279 - Self Defense II


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 280 - Ski Instructor


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 296* - Skiing and Snowboarding 2


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAC 297* - Skiing and Snowboarding 3


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC * All - Physical Education Professional Courses


    PEPC skills courses are professional courses designed for the physical education teacher preparation student. In addition to a focus on skill development, PEPC courses include emphasis on teaching methodology and teaching strategies for application of the activity for students at the PreK-12 levels.


Physical Education Intercollegiate Sports

  
  • PEAI * All - Intercollegiate Sports and Skills Courses


    To receive academic credit for athletics involvement the student athlete must have participated on a varsity or sub-varsity team.  Credit can be earned once per sport (2 maximum) by non-PETP students toward satisfcation of the four (4) semester-hour General Education Program requirements in Physical Education.  Physical Education Teacher Preparation (PETP) students may use PEAI skill credit for only one sport, one time as a selective or core (educational Gymnastics) in the category their sport falls under (individual/dual, team).  Swimmers, however, will not be able to use intercollegiate swimming for the Aquatics core.  The one (1) credit Water Safety Instruction (WSI) or Lifeguard Training is the core requirement for Aquatics.

    In addition, the student-athlete must participate in one full season prior to registering for PEAI credit.  This credit does not count toward meeting the academic requirements of full-time status or satisfactory academic progress.  Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.

    NOTE: Students may not use PEAC 194 (Independent Study) for Club Sports or Intramural participation.

  
  • PEAI 104 - Swimming M and W


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 116 - Cross Country M and W


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 141 - Baseball


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 144 - Basketball M and W


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 150 - Field Hockey


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 153 - Lacrosse M and W


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 155 - Soccer M and W


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 156 - Softball


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 157 - Football


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 158 - Volleyball M and W


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 159 - Track M and W


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 170 - Golf


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 171 - Gymnastics M and W


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 172 - Tennis W


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 174 - Wrestling


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEAI 182 - Tennis M


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h

Physical Education Professional Course

  
  • PEPC 100* - Fitness for Life


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • PEPC 110 - Conditioning and Fitness Programs


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 125 - Health Fitness Resistance Training


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • PEPC 146 - Health Fitness Aerobics


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • PEPC 150 - Field Hockey


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 179* - Skill Themes


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 180 - Educational Gymnastics


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 204 - Swimming


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 205 - Lifeguard Training


    Lifeguard Training

  
  • PEPC 206* - Water Safety Instructor


    Water Safety Instructor

  
  • PEPC 211 - Aerobic Activities


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 213 - Variable Resistance Training


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 244 - Basketball


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 253 - Coeducational Games in Physical Education


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 254 - New and Field Games


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 255 - Soccer


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 256 - Softball


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 258 - Volleyball


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 263 - Track and Field I


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 264 - Track and Field II


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 265 - Archery/Badminton


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 279 - Wrestling


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 280 - Outdoor Adventure


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h
  
  • PEPC 281 - Tennis


    Fulfills General Education Physical Education requirement.

    Credits: .5 s.h

Physical Science

  
  • PHSC 105*W - Physical Science and the Environment


    This course studies the key concepts and theories of physical science for students with little or no prior experience. Physical science is approached both as a body of knowledge and as an on-going process of investigation in order to develop in the student an awareness of the scientist’s point of view and approach to nature.

    May fulfill WAC. Fulfills General Education category natural science.

    Credits: 4 s.h

  
  • PHSC 110* - Earth Science


    This course presents earth and space science in a system approach which emphasizes the interactions of the Earth’s various spheres and human activities. This unifying theme falls into the categories of Matter and Energy in the Earth Systems, Earth’s Sources of Energy, Earth’s Processes and Cycles, and The Origin and Evolution of the Universe. Students will review geological, meteorology, oceanographic and astronomical data, learn about direct and indirect evidence and consider how these might be used to test competing theories about the origin of stars, plants and our own solar system.

    Fulfills General Education category Natural Science.

    Credits: 4 s.h


Physical Therapy

  
  • PHTH 203W - Physical Therapy in the Health Care System


    This course focuses on the roles and responsibilities of a physical therapist within the health care system. Methods of health care delivery and issues of access, availability, and financial coverage are examined.

    May fulfill WAC.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Physical therapy major or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h

  
  • PHTH 292 - Individual Study in Physical Therapy


    This course provides the opportunity for the student to work on an individual basis with a faculty member in the Department of Physical Therapy. The student is responsible for designing objectives and selecting methods of study with the direction of the faculty member. The learning experience may include specialized study, research and clinical applications that further his/her personal and professional growth in P.T.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Physical Therapy major.

    Credits: 1-3 s.h
  
  • PHTH 301 - Introduction to Human Anatomy


    An introduction to normal human anatomy with emphasis on the musculoskeletal system. Using a regional approach, the course includes surface anatomy and basic osteology. The laboratory experience includes prosections of human cadavers. This course is intended for all students who will work with people in a variety of settings. It is an excellent introduction for students in the allied health professions who will later take Human Anatomy I and II as a major specific requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    All students must obtain permission to enroll in this course.

    Credits: 2 s.h
  
  • PHTH 302 - Clinical Concepts in Physical Therapy I


    This course provides an introduction to physical therapy practice skills. Theories and application of clinical concepts prepare the student for professional practice. Students are expected to attain a minimum level of competency in selected fundamental clinical skills.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Physical therapy major.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • PHTH 304 - Clinical Medicine and Pathology


    This course is a survey of general medical and surgical disorders, including the pathophysiology of disease, clinical manifestations, and medical treatment, with emphasis on conditions encountered in physical therapy. Topics include internal disorders/disease, orthopedics, and pediatrics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Physical therapy major or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 4 s.h
  
  • PHTH 307W - Clinical Concepts in Physical Therapy II


    This is a final introductory course in physical therapy prior to the clinical science and practice sequence and a continuation of the first clinical concepts course. Topics addressed prepare the student for professional practice by covering specific diagnostic conditions and engaging the student in writing activities. Students are expected to attain a minimal level of competency in the area of goniometric measurement of joints.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PHTH 203, PHTH 302. May fulfill WAC.

    Credits: 2 s.h
  
  • PHTH 308 - Human Anatomy I


    This course provides a comprehensive study of normal and pathological function of human movement, with emphasis on the skeletal, articular, and muscular systems. Using a regional approach, the course includes surface anatomy and clinical palpation. The laboratory experience includes prosections of human cadavers.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Physical therapy or occupational therapy major or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • PHTH 309 - Human Anatomy II


    This course provides a comprehensive study of normal and pathological function of human movement, with emphasis on the skeletal, articular, and muscular systems. Using a regional approach, the course includes surface anatomy and clinical palpation. The laboratory experience includes prosections of human cadavers.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Physical therapy or occupational therapy major or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • PHTH 315 - Clinical Education Seminar


    This course is designed to prepare students for their initial clinical affiliation. It introduces students to the psychosocial aspects of physical therapy, communication, and the structure of clinical education programs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PHTH 203.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • PHTH 316 - Clinical Kinesiology


    The focus of this course is the study of functional anatomy using a regional approach in which joint and muscle function are analyzed in detail. Topics covered include the clinical examination and mechanical analysis of normal gait and posture, developmental biomechanics and ergonomics. This course serves as the foundation for exercise prescription and other therapeutic interventions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PHTH 308, and PHYS 210 & 211 (or equivalent); Corequisite is PHTH 309.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • PHTH 390 - Service Learning in Physical Therapy


    Students participate in a community service project relevant to the field of Physical Therapy. Students are introduced to service learning and then develop service learning projects under the auspices of faculty working within the Campus Rehabilitation Clinic. Students will have the opportunity to conduct an abbreviated needs assessment, provide intervention, measure outcomes and present their project to their peers. Students may collaborate with other PT students and PTA students.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    current enrollment in the professional component of the Physical Therapy program and permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • PHTH 420 - Clinical Competency Laboratory I


    This course utilizes case studies and group discussion to maximize integration of physical therapy clinical theory and professional practice material, enhance comprehensive problem solving, and promote evaluation skills.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Concurrent registration in PHTH 421 and 422.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • PHTH 421 - Physical Therapy Management of Patients with Musculoskeletal Conditions I


    Manual muscle testing, thermal agents, and clinical electrophysiology are the examination and intervention strategies presented in this course. The selection, application, and theories supporting these strategies are presented. Students must demonstrate competence in applying these techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PHTH 302 and 307.

    Credits: 4 s.h
  
  • PHTH 422 - Physical Therapy Management of Patients with Musculoskeletal Conditions II


    This course is designed to assist students in understanding and appreciating the role of physical therapy in the health care system. It provides a foundation for understanding patient care by developing the ability to identify, analyze, and assess the problems relating to orthopedic and muscular pathologies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PHTH 302 and 307.

    Credits: 4 s.h
  
  • PHTH 423 - Physical Therapy Management for Patients with Acute Medical Conditions


    Patient/client management of patients with acute medical conditions related to the circulatory, endocrine, and integumentary systems is the focus of this course. Functional limitations and disability as a result of pathophysiological system alterations across the lifespan are covered. Students are expected to use scientific evidence to support patient management strategies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PHTH 486, 466 (or as corequisite)

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • PHTH 424 - Physical Therapy Management of Patients with Disorders of Upright Mobility


    This course presents concepts of posture control and locomotion including strategies for physical therapy management of balance disorders. Characteristics of normal and pathological gait and strategies for management of gait dysfunction are discussed. Included are the application of orthotic and prosthetic devices to problems of the limbs, spine, and functional mobility with an emphasis on the management of selected conditions of limb amputation, and medical illness.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PHTH 420, 421, 422, and 486.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • PHTH 425 - Clinical Competency Laboratory II


    This course utilizes case studies and group discussion to maximize integration of physical therapy clinical theory and professional practice material, enhance comprehensive problem-solving, and promote evaluation skills.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Concurrent registration in PHTH 423 and 424.

    Credits: 1 s.h
  
  • PHTH 430 - Neuroscience


    This course presents basic neuroanatomy and neurophysiology with an emphasis on issues that have clinical relevance to physical therapy rehabilitation. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of human performance and motor control.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Physical therapy or occupational therapy major or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • PHTH 431 - Physical Therapy Management for Patients with Neuromuscular Conditions I


    This course addresses patient/client management concepts for individuals with neuromuscular conditions. Functional limitations and disability with motor and sensory function are addressed through selected conditions across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on the neurological examination, motor function, sensory function, motor development, and spinal cord injury management.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PHTH 430, 486.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • PHTH 450 - Clinical Pharmacology


    This course provides an introduction to basic principles of pharmacology, including pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic considerations. Students become familiar with classes of drugs used in the management of disorders of the nervous, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, and endocrine systems, as well as those used for infectious and neoplastic diseases.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BIOL 121/122 or BIOL 130/131, CHEM 121/122 or CHEM 101/102 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • PHTH 466 - Physical Therapy Management of Patients with Cardiopulmonary Conditions I


    Patient/client management concepts pertaining to cardiopulmonary impairments are the focus of this course. Functional limitations and disability as a result of pathophysiological systems alterations across the lifespan are covered. Students are expected to use scientific evidence to support patient management strategies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PHTH 304. Corequisite PHTH 423 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 2 s.h
  
  • PHTH 468 - Physical Therapy Management of Patients with Cardiopulmonary Conditions II


    Patient/client management concepts as they pertain to cardiopulmonary conditions across the life span are the focus of this course.  Students expand on their current knowledge and understanding of the impact of cardiopulmonary dysfunction on functional performance.  Assessment and intervention skills for cardiopulmonary dysfunction as well as concepts and techniques for health and wellness promotion are taught and practiced for mastery.  Students use scientific evidence to support patient  
    management strategies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PHTH 466; Corequisite PHTH 423

    Credits: 1 s.h.
  
  • PHTH 486 - Clinical Education Experience I


    This is the first clinical education experience in the application of basic physical therapy procedures, introduction to the medical care system, and patient-therapist relationships done under the supervision and direction of a qualified physical therapist.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PHTH 302, 304, 307, 308, 309, and 420-422.

    Credits: 3 s.h
  
  • PHTH 626 - Applied Research in Physical Therapy


    Applied Research in Physical Therapy

  
  • PHTH 660 - Education in Physical Therapy Practice


    Education in Physical Therapy Practice

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • PHTH 664 - PT Management of Patients with Spinal Cord Disorders


    PT Management of Patients with Spinal Cord Disorders

    Credits: 2 s.h.
  
  • PHTH 665 - PT Management of Patients with Neuromuscular Conditions II


    PT Management of Patients with Neuromuscular Conditions II

    Credits: 4 s.h.
  
  • PHTH 673 - Administration and Management in Physical Therapy


    Administration and Management in Physical Therapy

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • PHTH 675 - Niche Practices in Physical Therapy


    Niche Practices in Physical Therapy

    Credits: 2 s.h.
  
  • PHTH 680 - Advanced Orthopedics


    Advanced Orthopedics

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • PHTH 681 - Clinical Ergonomics


    Clinical Ergonomics

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • PHTH 682 - Pediatric Neurology


    Pediatric Neurology

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • PHTH 683 - Sports Physical Therapy


    Sports Physical Therapy

    Credits: 3 s.h.
  
  • PHTH 684 - Adult Neurology


    Adult Neurology

    Credits: 3 s.h.
 

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