OCTA 146 - Theory of Physical Occupation

Explores the theory and practice of occupational performance that impacts everyday occupations. This includes development of human movement, strength, coordination, sensation, vision, visual perception, cognition, and common clinical problems resulting from damage to the muscular and/or nervous systems. Occupational therapy (OT) assessment and intervention techniques to address these deficits will be outlined and practiced. Professional documentation across the continuum of care for pediatric, mental health, and physical dysfunction settings will be explored. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework will be used as a guide to examine how to assess occupational performance and develop and implement treatments to address client factors and performance skills associated with physical dysfunction. Using credible resources and evidence-based practice is also emphasized. Prerequisite(s): C or better in BIOL 142, OCTA 134, OCTA 138, and PSYC 232.
(PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 6 hours lab)