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CS 670 - Networks and Distributed Systems
Credits 3
Explores protocols and experiments with creating and implementing new protocols. In addition, students will be introduced to concepts such as deadlocks in networks/distributed applications, communication in distributed systems (among other RPC/RMI and the client server model in more detail), synchronization, reliability, transparency, and atomicity/transaction semantics.
Notes
This course is crosslisted with CS 470. Credit at the 600-level requires additional work.
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CS 672 - Software Product Design and Development I
Credits 3
Current techniques in software design presented with emphasis on architecture first development. Introduction to the processes involved in development. Practice architectural design through a series of homework problems. Students work in teams to prepare the architecture for a software product.
Notes
This course is crosslisted with CS 672. Credit at the 600-level requires additional work.
Prerequisites
CS 326 and CS 370
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CS 673 - Software Product Design II
Credits 3
Synthesis (term project) course to involve students, working in teams, in all of the activities necessary to define, model, implement, test, document, and deliver a program product. Students practice Object-Oriented and Component Based development and utilize UML and CASE tools to model the product and document the process.
Notes
This course is crosslisted with CS 473. Credit at the 600-level requires additional work.
Prerequisites
CS 672 or CS 472
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CS 674 - Decision Environments for Software Product Development
Credits 3
Term project course to involve students, working in teams, with all of the activities and tools necessary to measure progress and monitor the development of a software product. Students utilize CASE tools for planning, for requirements management, for configuration management, for change management, and for product and process measurement for a product development project.
Notes
This course is crosslisted with CS 474. Credit at the 600-level requires additional work.
Prerequisites
CS 672 or CS 472
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CS 677 - Analysis of Algorithms
Credits 3
Analysis of the time and space complexity of algorithms. Techniques for efficient algorithm design and effect of structure choice on efficiency. Fast algorithms for problems such as set, graph and matrix manipulations, pattern matching, sorting, and storage organization. Exponential time problems and introduction to NP-completeness.
Notes
This course is crosslisted with CS 477. Credit at the 600-level requires additional work.
Prerequisites
CS 302 and MATH 351
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CS 680 - Computer Graphics
Credits 3
Graphics hardware, software and applications. Data structures for graphics, graphics languages, computer-aided design, and three-dimensional graphics.
Notes
This course is crosslisted with CS 480. Credit at the 600-level requires additional work.
Prerequisites
CS 302 and MATH 365
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CS 682 - Artificial Intelligence
Credits 3
Survey of current artificial intelligence technologies: game playing, theorem-proving, natural language processing, pattern recognition, and heuristic programming.
Notes
This course is cross listed with CS 482. Credit at the 600 level requires additional work.
Prerequisites
CS 302 and PHIL 422
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CS 688 - Big Data Analytics
Credits 3
This course provides an introduction to the basic concepts of big data analytics. Topics covered will include: statistical analysis, machine learning, cloud computing, Hadoop, MapReduce, Spark, DataBridge, data privacy, and R language.
Notes
This course is crosslisted with CS 488. Coursework at the 600-level requires additional work.
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor.
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CS 689 - Advanced Computer Science Topics
Credits 3
Undergraduate-level course in advanced topics of computer science, depending upon the interest of faculty and students.
Notes
This course is crosslisted with CS 489. Credit at the 600-level requires additional work.
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CS 690 - Independent Study
Credits 1-3
Library research and reports on topics of computer science interest. May be repeated for credit with the consent of the Department of Computer Science
Notes
This course is crosslisted with CS 490. Credit at the 600-level requires additional work.
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CS 715 - Advanced Analysis of Algorithms
Credits 3
Analysis of the complexity and correctness of asymptotically efficient algorithms, including set partitioning, matrix multiplication, integer multiplication and pattern matching algorithms. The theory of NP-completeness; Cook’s theorem and polynomial transformations. Basic NP-complete problems, such as the three-satisfactory, three dimensional matching and Hamiltonian circuit problems. PSPACE-completeness results, such as quantified Boolean formulas.
Prerequisites
and
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CS 733 - Geographic Data Base Systems
Credits 3
Spatial data types and operators: point queries, range queries, translation, rotation, and scaling. Data structures for object representation: arc tree, quadtrees. Commercial data bases vs. spatial data bases: relational, hierarchical, network.
Notes
(May not be used to satisfy degree requirements in Computer Science.)
Prerequisites
CS 135 or CS 117 or equivalent and STAT 611
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CS 740 - Statistical Pattern Recognition
Credits 3
Concepts and formal theoretical structures necessary for design and implementation of a pattern recognition system. Topics include: parametric and non-parametric methods, linear and non-linear classifiers and clustering algorithms.
Prerequisites
, MATH 253 or 265, and CS 302
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CS 741 - Structural Pattern Recognition
Credits 3
Survey of advanced pattern recognition techniques. Topics include: graph matching methods, syntactic approaches, neural nets, and context-dependent methods.
Prerequisites
and
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CS 747 - Cryptography and Information Theory
Credits 3
Cryptography, cryptographic systems, encryption algorithms, cryptographic techniques, access control, lattice model of information flow, flow control mechanisms, inference control mechanisms, mechanisms restricting noise, mechanisms restricting statistics, statistical database models.
Prerequisites
CS 370, STAT 411
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CS 758 - Computational Geometry
Credits 3
Geometric searching, point location, range searching, convex hull, Graham’s scan, gift wrapping, dynamic convex hull, proximity closest pair, Voronoi diagram, triangulation. Intersection, visibility shortest paths, geometry of rectangles.
Prerequisites
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CS 769 - Advanced Data Base Management
Credits 3
Continuation of CS 632, including normalization of relational data bases using functional and multivalued dependencies. Query processing, query interpretation, query optimization, and methods for implementing and optimizing logic queries. Knowledge data bases, distributed data bases and object-oriented data bases.
Prerequisites
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CS 772 - Software Architecture
Credits 3
Survey of advanced techniques for specifying and designing large software systems. System verification. Reliability and project management.
Prerequisites
CS 370, , and , or consent of instructor.
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CS 780 - Distributed Computing and Algorithms
Credits 3
Methods and algorithms of distributed computing. Topics may include architecture and design goals, formal approaches to distributed computing problems, networks and protocols, models of distributed computing, synchronization and communication, synchronous and asynchronous systems, fault-tolerance and reliability, self-stabilization, distributed algorithms and applications.
Prerequisites
CS 370,
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CS 781 - Automated Deduction
Credits 3
Use of computers for forming deductions and proving theorems in symbolic logic covered. Topics include resolution, unification, proof strategies, and equality. Also examines areas of application: problem solving, question answering, program verification, automatic programming and logic programming (Prolog).
Prerequisites
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CS 782 - Expert System Construction
Credits 3
Design, organization, and construction of expert systems. Includes general concepts, characteristics, elements, advantages, and examples of expert systems. Also rule-based knowledge representations, inference techniques, implementation tools and shells, and advanced topics.
Prerequisites
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CS 783 - Genetic Algorithms and Neural Networks
Credits 3
A study of the utility of adaptive methods and their limitations across optimization problems spanning areas of engineering. Topics include genetic algorithms and genetic programming, simulated annealing, tabu search, neural networks, artificial life. Use of software tools for implementations.
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CS 788 - Computational Environmetrics
Credits 3
Applications of sensor networks and pattern recognition to environmental problems. Geometric pattern recognition: metrics for comparing 2-d shapes, signature functions, turning functions. Geometric algorithms in sensor networks. Position based routing, face routing, broadcasting and multi-casting. Interference aware sensor networks. Data gathering and target recognition. Prototype implementation.
Prerequisites
Consent of instructor.
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CS 789 - Topics in Advanced Computer Science
Credits 3 - 24
Graduate-level course in some field of computer science, at advanced level, depending upon the current interest of the staff and the students.
Notes
May be repeated with a different subject matter to a maximum of twenty four credits.
Prerequisites
Consent of instructor.
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CS 790 - Master’s Project
Credits 1 – 3
Research, analysis, and development work towards completion of an approved project.
Notes
May be repeated, but only three credits will be applied to the student’s program.
Grading
S/F grading only.
Prerequisites
Consent of instructor.
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CS 791 - Thesis
Credits 3 – 6
Research, analysis, and development work towards completion of an approved project.
Notes
May be repeated, but only six credits will be applied to the student’s program.
Grading
S/F grading only.
Prerequisites
Consent of instructor.
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CS 792 - Research Seminar
Credits 1
Oral presentation of assigned articles.
Notes
May be repeated to a maximum of four credits.
Prerequisites
Consent of instructor.
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CS 795 - Directed Research
Credits 3
Supervised research in the doctoral program. May be repeated for a maximum of twelve credits.
Prerequisites
Department consent.
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CS 798 - Dissertation Proposal
Credits 3
Development of a prospectus.
Notes
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites
Department consent.
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CS 799 - Dissertation Research
Credits 1 – 6
Research analysis and writing towards completion of dissertation and subsequent defense.
Notes
May be repeated but no more than 18 credits will be allowed in the degree.
Grading
S/F grading only.
Prerequisites
Department consent.
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DA 701 - Data Research Methods and Tools
Credits 3
Understanding of the Cross-Industry Standard Process for Data Mining (CRISP-DM), how the methodology relates to the scientific method, as well as statistical methodologies related to the analysis of organizational data. As well as learn about the applicability of particular statistical approaches/packages for gaining business understanding in specific settings.
Prerequisites
Admission into the Certificate in Data Analytics program.
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DA 702 - Applied Big Data
Credits 3
Big data concepts, tools and methods. Exposure to big data principles as well as learn about information technology innovations in organizations. Introduction to multiple tools and statistical concepts related to the contemporary analysis of big data.
Prerequisites
Admission into the Certificate in Data Analytics program.
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DA 703 - Applied Data Management
Credits 3
Subjects include the theory, design, development, and management of information. Focusing on providing tools and an understanding of data storage and retrieval for data analytics. Basic technical instruction will include normalization, and Structured Query Language.
Prerequisites
Admission into the Certificate in Data Analytics program.
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DA 704 - Applied Business Intelligence
Credits 3
Skills, technologies, applications, and practices to leverage the organizations’ internal and external information assets for making intelligent business decisions in organizations. Understanding of the relevance of information technology (IT) in organizational decision-making. Topics include decision-making, decision support systems, text/data mining, data warehousing, and business performance management.
Prerequisites
Admission into the Certificate in Data Analytics program.
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DPT 710 - Selected Topics in Physical Therapy
Credits 1
Forum to disseminate information to students on current and professional issues in physical therapy.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 711 - Medical Terminology
Credits 1
Introduction to medical terminology for the healthcare professional. Students expand their medical vocabulary via immersion in medical content and subjects from a broad spectrum of body systems.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 713 - Genomic and Regenerative Rehabilitation Concepts
Credits 3
Current perspectives on the emerging impact of regenerative medicine and genomic technologies that have potential to drive progress in the prevention and treatment of acute and chronic condition resulting from injury, disease or aging.
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DPT 720 - Professional Development
Credits 2
Theories and experiences designed to develop skills to accurately, sensitively and assertively communicate with patients, families, and colleagues. Principles of written and oral communication. Professional issues of changes in health care, state and local laws, standards of practice, code of ethics, quality assessment and quality assurance.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 721 - Advanced Topics in Physical Therapy
Credits 1
Through in-class and web-assisted instruction, independent study, and mentored project development, prepares students for a variety of clinical competencies including health promotion/wellness, evaluation of alternative and complementary approaches, rural health, and other advanced aspects of clinical practice, ethics, and professional conduct related to physical therapy.
Prerequisites
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DPT 722 - Issues in Rural Health
Credits 1
Unique needs of frontier/rural and underserved populations addressed, emphasizing the eclectic nature of practice in these areas, the importance of networking with other disciplines, and special considerations of these populations including functional rehabilitation, time management, travel, emergencies, and involvement of families in treatment.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 726 - Evidenced-Based Practice in Physical Therapy I
Credits 1
Designed to provide the student with knowledge and hands-on experience in skills required to engage evidence-based clinical practice of physical therapy. Students will learn how to write answerable questions, search the literature, and critically analyze evidence for application in clinical practice.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy.
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DPT 727 - Evidence-Based Practice in Physical Therapy II
Credits 1
This 1-credit course builds on DPT 726 and 790, providing students with knowledge skills to implement evidence-based practice in physical therapy. Students will critique special cases of evidence and psychometric properties of diagnostic tools and outcome measures, and create a minimal data set in order to integrate evidence into practice.
Grading
Letter Grade
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DPT 730 - Foundations of Observation and Assessment
Credits 2
Basic patient assessment skills with introduction to posture and gait evaluation through observation. Patient history and review of the medical record. Documentation in S.O.A.P. Note and functional outcome formats. Assessment skills emphasized include: anthropometric measures, reflex and sensation testing, goniometry, manual muscle testing, vital signs, and surface palpation.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
Corequisite
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DPT 730L - Foundations of Observation and Assessment Lab
Credits 2
Lab of basic patient assessment skills including posture, gait evaluation, anthropometric measures, reflex and sensation testing, goniometry, manual muscle testing, vital signs, and surface palpation. Patient history and review of medical records, documentation in SOAP format, and functional outcome formats.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy.
Corequisite
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DPT 732 - Therapeutic Exercise
Credits 2
Holistic approach to evaluation and management of patients with various orthopaedic pathologies and other related movement dysfunction. Emphasis placed on theoretical basis of specific exercise physiology, therapeutic exercise and functional training skills interrelated with clinical decision-making methodology. Rationale for and implementation of treatments with safety awareness and proper body mechanics.
Prerequisites
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Corequisite
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DPT 732L - Therapeutic Exercise Lab
Credits 1
Laboratory sessions to practice the evaluation and management of patients (and patient scenarios) with various orthopaedic pathologies and other related movement dysfunctions. Emphasis on exercise prescription and demonstration, as well as progression.
Prerequisites
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Corequisite
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DPT 735 - Functional Training and Acute Care
Credits 4
Performance and application of positioning skills, transfers techniques, and assistive devices. Advancement to clinical decision-making skills and incorporation of learned materials into therapy interventions. Clinical reasoning skills in assessment, treatment design and intervention, goal development and discharge planning for patients in the acute hospital environment.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy. DPT 744, 745, 730.
Corequisite
DPT 735L
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DPT 735L - Functional Training and Acute Care Lab
Credits 1
Hands on performance and application of positioning skills, transfer techniques, and assistive devices. Advancement to clinical decision-making skills and incorporation of learned materials into therapy interventions. Clinical reasoning skills in assessment, treatment design and intervention, goal development and discharge planning for patients in the acute hospital environment.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy. DPT 744, 745, 730.
Corequisite
DPT 735
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DPT 740 - Movement Science
Credits 2
This course will introduce students to principles and theories in movement science. Students will be introduced to concepts related to motor control, motor development, and motor learning. Students will also apply these principles to the clinical practice of physical therapy and to observe and assess related phenomena in patients.
Prerequisites
Enrollment in professional DPT curriculum.
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DPT 741 - Orthopaedic Principles
Credits 3
Principles of orthopaedic physical therapy including biomechanics, applied anatomy, and osteokinematic and arthrokinematic concepts examined. Musculoskeletal system investigated from histological, structural, and functional perspectives.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 742 - Clinical and Pathological Physiology
Credits 5
Fundamentals of physiology and pathology related to diseases causing abnormal movement patterns or capabilities. Processes and diseases most frequently encountered in physical therapy practice emphasized.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 744 - Gross Anatomy I
Credits 2
Study of gross human anatomy as it applies to physical therapy. Materials to be covered include: muscle, tendon, ligament and nerve innervation of the trunk and upper extremity, structural identification and function of the spine, heart, lungs, abdominopelvic organs, circulatory and sensory systems. Emphasis on relevance of gross anatomy to physical therapy practice. Involves both lecture and laboratory dissection that will cover the upper half of the body.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy.
Corequisite
DPT 744L
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DPT 744L - Gross Human Anatomy Lab I
Credits 1
Gross human anatomy cadaver lab with supervised dissection and exploration of muscle, tendon, ligament and nerve innervation of the trunk and upper extremity, structural identification and function of the spine, heart, lungs, abdominopelvic organs, circulatory and sensory systems.
Corequisite
DPT 744 - Gross Anatomy I
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DPT 745 - Gross Anatomy II
Credits 2
Study of gross human anatomy as it applies to physical therapy. Materials to be covered include: muscle, tendon, ligament and nerve innervation of the head, neck, and lower extremity, structural identification and function of the corresponding circulatory and sensory systems.
Prerequisites
DPT 744 and DPT 744L
Corequisite
DPT 745L
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DPT 745L - Gross Human Anatomy Lab II
Credits 1
Gross human anatomy cadaver lab with supervised dissection and exploration of muscle, tendon, ligament and nerve innervation of the head, neck, and lower extremity, structural identification and function of the corresponding circulatory and sensory systems.
Prerequisites
DPT 744 and DPT 744L
Corequisite
DPT 745
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DPT 746 - Neuroanatomy
Credits 3
High level immersion into the anatomy of the nervous system, emphasizing structure and functional relationships. Coursework will also relate the structural relationships of the central and peripheral nervous systems to brain dysfunction and pathology.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
Corequisite
DPT 746L
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DPT 746L - Neuroanatomy Lab
Credits 1
Human cadaveric dissection of the central nervous system through a series of weekly laboratory experiences with an emphasis on its three-dimensional structure.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy.
Corequisite
DPT 746
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DPT 747 - Geriatric Examination and Intervention
Credits 1
Examination, evaluation, plan of intervention, outcomes, patient education, and health promotion as applied to the geriatric client. Issues include factors affecting normal aging, pathological aging, common pathologies associated with aging, quality of life, successful aging, care settings, reimbursement, and public policy.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 748 - Pharmacology
Credits 2
Actions and effects of pharmaceutical agents commonly encountered in physical therapy clinical practice.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy.
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DPT 749 - Applied Exercise Physiology
Credits 2
Review of systems responsible for the generation of energy. Overview of the physiologic responses of the human body to acute bouts of exercise and how training leads to chronic adaptation of selected systems. Course content focuses on principles of exercise, role of nutrients in body metabolism, human development and performances.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
Corequisite
DPT 749L - Applied Exercise Physiology Lab
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DPT 749L - Applied Exercise Physiology Lab
Credits 1
Laboratory and active learning experiences to include major components of physical fitness such as aerobic fitness; muscular strength, power, and endurance; fatigue thresholds; body composition and body build; and flexiblility.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy.
Corequisite
DPT 749.
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DPT 750 - Prosthetics and Orthotics
Credits 2
Evaluation of medical, surgical and prosthetic and rehabilitation management of amputations. Discussion of design, fabrication and fitting of prosthetic devices as well as general orthotic principles examined. Basic clinical problem solving skills integrated in the context of prosthetic and orthotic management of patients.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy.
Corequisite
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DPT 750L - Prosthetics and Orthotics Lab
Credits 1
Application of medical, surgical and prosthetic and rehabilitation management of amputations. Design, fabrication and fitting of prosthetic devices as well as general orthotic principles examined. Basic clinical problem solving skills integrated in the context of prosthetic and orthotic management of patients.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy.
Corequisite
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DPT 751 - Women’s Health in Physical Therapy
Credits 2
Overview of the anatomical, physiological, nutritional, psychological, and sociological influences throughout the woman’s life span including: adolescence, the reproductive years, the middle years, the older age. Discussion of physical therapy management of musculoskeletal, integumentary, cardiopulmonary, and visceral pathologies common to women.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 752 - Physical Agents and Electrophysiology
Credits 2
Biological processes of injury and repair, clinical application of soft tissue techniques, thermal agents, intermittent compression, continuous motion, electrical stimulation, and mechanical traction. Principles of electrophysics and neurophysiology as they pertain to the use of therapeutic electrical stimulation. Advancement to clinical decision-making skills in physical application.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy. DPT 742, 730, 732.
Corequisite
DPT 752L
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DPT 752L - Physical Agents and Electrophysiology Lab
Credits 1
Hands on performance and clinical application of soft tissue techniques, thermal agents, intermittent compression, continuous motion, electrical stimulation, mechanical traction, therapeutic electrical stimulation.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy. DPT 742, 730, 732.
Corequisite
DPT 752
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DPT 753 - Electrotherapy
Credits 2
Principles of a electrophysics and neurophysiology as they pertain to the use of therapeutic electrical stimulation. Application techniques of various electrical stimulation devices also presented.
Prerequisites
DPT 742, DPT 752, DPT 730, DPT 732.
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DPT 754 - Orthopaedic Assessment in Physical Therapy
Credits 3
Evaluation and assessment of upper and lower extremity orthopaedic problems. Discussion and application of functional anatomy, biomechanics, and evaluative manual therapy skills used to differentially diagnose orthopaedic pathologies and disorders.
Prerequisites
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Corequisite
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DPT 754L - Orthopaedic Assessment in Physical Therapy Lab
Credits 1
Evaluation and assessment of upper and lower extremity orthopaedic problems. Practical application of functional anatomy, biomechanics, and evaluative manual therapy skills used to differentially diagnose orthopaedic pathologies and disorders.
Prerequisites
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Corequisite
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DPT 755 - Geriatric and Pediatric Rehabilitation
Credits 3
Examination of factors affecting normal and pathologic systems from birth into aging. Issues include normal developmental sequences and common pathologies across the life span. Evaluation, wellness and leisure activities, and how basic rehabilitation procedures can be modified for the elderly.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 756 - Neurophysiology
Credits 4
High level immersion into the function of the human central and peripheral nervous systems based on current research and theory. Topics include normal human motor and sensory neurophysiology, cognitive and learning neurophysiology, neuropathophysiology, neuroplasticity, neurodiagnostics and neurologic treatment options.
Prerequisites
DPT 746
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DPT 757 - Wound Care
Credits 2
Clinical practice of wound care including physiology of tissue healing, wound assessment tools, dressings and treatment approaches. Processes and diseases most frequently encountered in physical therapy practice specializing in wound care.
Prerequisites
DPT 742, DPT 752
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DPT 758 - Diagnostic Testing and Imaging
Credits 2
Presentation of diagnostic tests used by disciplines and specialties within and outside of the profession of physical therapy. Discussion of blood studies, nuclear medicine studies, and radiologic/X-ray studies. Interpretation of test results as it applies to physical therapy evaluation, intervention planning and treatment.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 759 - Pediatric Rehabilitation
Credits 2
Provides foundational knowledge of development (typical and atypical) and an overview of pediatric physical therapy practice for children with atypical development. Presents examination, evaluation, and development of physical therapy plans of care for children with various disabilities within the frameworks of family-centered care and disablement/enablement models.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy.
Corequisite
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DPT 759L - Pediatric Rehabilitation Laboratory Experience
Credits 1
Focuses on application of developmental concepts and an overview of pediatric physical therapy practice for children with atypical development. Provides students with opportunities to observe/engage in examination, evaluation, and development of physical therapy plans of care for children with various disabilities within the frameworks of family-centered care and enablement models
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy.
Corequisite
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DPT 761 - Supervised Clinical Education I
Credits 3
The first clinical affiliation is a supervised full-time extended clinical learning experience six weeks in duration. The primary purpose is to provide students with the opportunity to actively engage in learning in order to develop introductory clinical competence in the delivery of services to persons with movement dysfunction.
Prerequisites
Successful completion of all course work in the first year of the graduate physical therapy program.
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DPT 762 - Supervised Clinical Education II
Credits 5
The second clinical affiliation is a supervised, full-time extended clinical learning experience 11 weeks in duration. The primary purpose is to provide students with the opportunity to actively engage in experiential learning in order to advance clinical competence in the delivery of services to persons with movement dysfunction.
Prerequisites
DPT 761
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DPT 763 - Supervised Clinical Education III
Credits 5
The third clinical affiliation is ten and one-half weeks and is a supervised full-time extended clinical learning experience. The primary purpose is to provide students with the opportunity to actively engage in experimental learning in order to advance clinical competence in the delivery of services to persons with movement dysfunction.
Prerequisites
DPT 762
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DPT 764 - Supervised Clinical Education IV
Credits 6
The fourth clinical affiliation is twelve weeks and is a supervised full-time extended clinical learning experience. The primary purpose is to provide students with the opportunity to actively engage in experiential learning in order to advance clinical competence in the delivery of services to persons with movement dysfunction.
Prerequisites
DPT 763
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DPT 770 - Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
Credits 1
Evaluation and treatment of patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary disease and dysfunction. Emphasis on regulation of cardiac, circulatory and pulmonary functions at rest and the responses of these systems to differing modes, intensities, and durations. Prerequisite: Graduate standing in physical therapy.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
Corequisite/Prerequisite
DPT 770L
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DPT 770L - Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Lab
Credits 1
Lab of basic patient skills including assessment of vital signs, breathing patterns, heart sounds, ECG interpretation, pulmonary function testing, blood gases, chest wall mobility, cough and sputum, ventilation, performance of bronchial drainage, prescribe exercises for patient with compromised cardiopulmonary function.
Corequisite
DPT 770
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DPT 772 - Physical Therapy Administration
Credits 2
General principles of organizations and administration that impact the ethical and legal aspects of physical therapy practice. Topics include budget development, cost accounting, supervision, communication skills, evaluative techniques, and methods of management and quality assurance.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 774 - Psychosocial Aspects of Physical Therapy
Credits 2
Social and psychological issues which arise during illness examined and discussed in an open class discussion format. Emphasis on self-awareness as well as awareness of others with respect to cultural differences, religious beliefs, addictions, and coping strategies during stress.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 780 - Balance and Vestibular Rehabilitation
Credits 2
This course will introduce students to principles and theories of rehabilitation for the patient with balance dysfunction. There will be emphasis on sound clinical reasoning and assessment of balance impairment and disability. Students will be exposed to theoretical applications of different treatment modalities in balance and vestibular rehabilitation.
Prerequisites
Enrollment in professional DPT curriculum.
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DPT 785 - Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
Credits 2
Manual therapy and therapeutic exercise techniques for the extremities with emphasis on integrating these techniques into treatment regimes for specific orthopaedic pathologies/disorders. Includes pathogensis, clinical presentation, medical/surgical management and rehabilitation. Review, integrate, and enhance knowledge from previous course work as it pertains to appropriate entry-level application.
Prerequisites
DPT 732, DPT 741, DPT 754
Corequisite
DPT 785L
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DPT 785L - Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Lab
Credits 1
Orthopaedic Rehabilitation lab with supervised integration of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise techniques for the extremities. Focus will be on developing and providing treatment regimes for specific orthopaedic pathologies/ disorders. Students will refine skills from previous course work as it pertains to appropriate entry-level application.
Prerequisites
DPT 732, DPT 741, DPT 754.
Corequisite
DPT 785
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DPT 786 - Neurological Rehabilitation
Credits 3
Course fosters clinical reasoning and critical analysis skills across elements of patient client management for individuals with neurologically-based movement disorders. Students are exposed to theory and movement science as related to clinical reasoning. Students are expected to incorporate professional behavior, scientific and clinical knowledge and critical analysis to clinical applications.
Prerequisites
DPT 730, DPT 732, DPT 744, DPT 745, DPT 746, DPT 756.
Corequisite
DPT 786L
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DPT 786L - Neurologic Rehabilitation Laboratory Experience
Credits 1
Course emphasizes hands-on skill development, clinical reasoning, and critical analysis skills for all elements of patient-client management for individuals with neurologically-based movement disorders across the lifespan. Students are expected to incorporate professional behavior, scientific and clinical knowledge, critical analysis and competent skill performance in laboratory and practical skill application.
Corequisite
DPT 786
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DPT 787 - Integrated Rehabilitation
Credits 2
Assessment and treatment of advanced orthopedics, advanced neurological, and spinal cord injured patients utilizing comprehensive techniques for spinal cord injury (SCI), orthopedics, and neurological treatment. Through dynamic patient case problems, students evaluate, plan, and implement course of treatment.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy and and .
Corequisite
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DPT 787L - Integrated Rehabilitation Lab
Credits 1
Hands on assessment and treatment of advanced orthopedics, advanced neurological, and spinal cord injured patients utilizing comprehensive techniques for spinal cord injury (SCI), orthopedics, and neurological treatment. Through dynamic patient case problems, students will be able to evaluate, plan, and implement a course of treatment.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy and and .
Corequisite
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DPT 788 - Spine Examination and Treatment
Credits 2
Spine examination including biomechanics, observation, range of motion, muscle strength, joint play and special tests. Inclusion of examination schema, clinical reasoning skills and differential diagnosis of commonly seen spine pathology. Emphasis on hands-on examination, assessment, and treatment including manual therapy, spinal mobilization and spinal manipulation skills.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
Corequisite
DPT 788L
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DPT 788L - Spine Examination and Intervention Lab
Credits 1
Lab sessions focusing on hands-on examination, assessment, and treatment of spine dysfunction, including manual therapy, spinal mobilization and spinal manipulation skills.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in Physical Therapy or consent of instructor.
Corequisite
DPT 788
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DPT 790 - Clinical Research in Physical Therapy
Credits 3
Introduction to principles and concepts of clinical research in physical therapy. Covers development of the research question, measurement issues, statistical analysis, literature review, and writing of results.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 791 - Applied Research Statistics
Credits 3
Review of foundations, concepts of measurement, and design in clinical research. Emphasis on hands-on data analysis of clinically relevant physical therapy research designs including descriptive statistics, statistical inference, analysis of differences, and analysis of relationships.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 793 - Seminar
Credits 1
Preparation and presentation of seminars on topics of current interest in physical therapy and rehabilitation. Topic changes by semester and by course instructor; see class schedule for details.
Prerequisites
Enrollment in professional DPT curriculum.
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DPT 795 - Independent Study
Credits 1 – 6
Students pursue a topic related to physical therapy beyond that covered in the graduate curriculum. Satisfactory completion accomplished through individualized, self-directed study. Topics based on student preference and faculty approval. Faculty and student jointly determine goals, objective and evaluation methods.
Notes
May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in physical therapy.
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DPT 798 - Directed Research
Credits 1 – 6
Critical inquiry by participating in new or ongoing research with faculty who serve as project advisors. Students summarize research by a written report and present each project orally to the faculty and area clinicians.
Notes
May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Prerequisites
DPT 790
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EAB 618 - Applied Geographic Information Systems in Public Health
Credits 3
Geographic information systems (GIS) and their applications in public health. Topics include spatial data acquisition, integration, modification, geoanalytics and geovisualization. Equips graduate students with knowledge and skills to frame geospatial health disparity research questions, and to conduct public health research.
Prerequisites
Admitted into the Master in Public Health, Master in Health Care Administration, or Ph.D. in Public Health program, or consent of instructor.
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EAB 700 - Research Methods for Public Health
Credits 3
Provides a foundation in research methodology for public health professionals. Topics include basic sampling and experimental designs, quantitative and qualitative methods in research, mathematical and economic models in research, and multidisciplinary approaches to designing research programs.
Prerequisites
EAB 703 or consent of instructor.
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EAB 703 - Biostatistical Methods for the Health Sciences
Credits 3
Designed to provide a foundation in biostatistics for graduate students in the health sciences. Topics include probability, distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, ANOVA, simple and multiple regression, vital statistics, and nonparametric methods.
Prerequisites
Undergraduate mathematics through calculus, comparable graduate coursework, or consent of instructor.
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