PRO 3000C INTRODUCTION TO ORTHOTICS, PROSTHETICS, AND REHABILITATION 2 credits

This course # was formerly PRO 3000; new # effective 8/2011. Prerequisites: Admission to the Orthotic & Prosthetic BAS Program. This course focuses on the development of knowledge necessary to understand the rehabilitation process as it relates to the delivery of orthotic/prosthetic care. The prosthetic and orthotics professions are presented in terms of the integration of the biological, medical, and engineering sciences. Students will develop a solid foundation of the principles and practice of orthotics and prosthetics and the materials and technology associated with the manufacture of custom devices. The laboratory component section will develop psychomotor skills for the application of contemporary technology at the introductory level. 62 contact hours.