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Levels
9
Courses
73
Credits
138
Number of students
227
    Overview
    The Bachelor Degree in Physiotherapy and Health Rehabilitation program at Jouf University is dedicated to training highly skilled physiotherapists to address the demands of the labor market, offering a distinguished environment for education, research, and community service. The program spans four years, followed by a one-year internship, during which students acquire the essential knowledge and skills to provide physiotherapy and rehabilitation care to individuals and groups in the community with various physical disabilities. Additionally, the program emphasizes research and community service within the fields of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

    Program levels

    Level One
    EDU 1104 - Islamic ethics and values - optional 1
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course aims to introduce students to the importance of ethics and human values and their role in building positive behavior and effective personality. The course also enhances the concept of citizenship and belonging based on rights and duties, and addresses the complementary relationship between laws and ethics, as well as the principles of transparency and integrity.
    ENGL 1102 - English Language 1 - mandatory
    Credits
    4
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    4
    Training
    Total Content
    6
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    Roadmap is a general English course for adults which recognizes that every class is different, and every learner is unique. Built on Global Scale of English learning objectives, Roadmap gives learners the specific language training they need to progress. Engaging, relevant content and extensive support materials make lessons enjoyable for both learners and teachers
    EDU 1101 - History & Civilization of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - optional 1
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course deals with the historical and civilizational aspects of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, reviewing its cultural heritage and the efforts of its rulers in building the state politically and civilizational, in addition to their role in serving Arab, Islamic, and humanitarian issues, and achieving Vision 2030 in the fields of tourism and national heritage.
    ARB 1102 - Arabic Language Skills - optional 1
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course focuses on developing basic language skills with special attention to the syntactic level and includes studying construction and inflection (original, estimated, and local). It also deals with analyzing Arabic sentences in all their forms and complements. This is done by studying and understanding texts, deducing grammatical rules, and discussing them in depth. The course aims to correct grammatical and stylistic errors and ensure the integrity of the language in writing. It also seeks to enhance student’s skills in reading, comprehension, writing, and pronunciation accurately, and improve writing styles.
    ISL 1102 - Islamic Faith & Family in Islam - optional 1
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course "Islamic Creed and the Family" aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the close relationship between sound Islamic creed and the establishment of a healthy Muslim family. This course combines the study of the fundamentals of Islamic creed from its authentic sources (the Quran and Sunnah) with the Sharia rulings related to the family, in order to highlight the importance of creed as a fundamental pillar for family stability and its proper construction.
    ISL 1101 - Exegesis of Quran - optional 1
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course deals with the study of the methods of interpreters and shows the difference between interpretation and deduction, as well as interpretation and other Qur’anic sciences, in addition to the methods of arriving at the correct interpretation.
    ISL 1100 - Holy Quran - optional 1
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    .This course aims to help students memorize the Holy Quran, in addition to studying the rules of the Tajweed
    BUS 1102 - Project management principles - optional 1
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course introduces the field of project management and aims to build students' skills in managing complex projects. The course covers the fundamentals of project management including the classification of projects, the social complexities associated with them, and the roles and responsibilities of the project manager throughout the project life cycle.
    CIS 1100 - Computer Skills - optional 2
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course aims to enable students to acquire basic computer skills, including identifying computer components and types, operating system concepts, and Internet applications such as email and browsers. Students also learn how to create, edit, and print documents.
    BUS 1101 - Entrepreneurship - optional 1
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course specializes in how to create entrepreneurial projects. It begins with defining an entrepreneur, how to formulate a business plan, how to attract support and resources from others, and how to think managerially in addition to financial risks and expected returns. The course also helps the entrepreneur in managing emerging and complex projects.
    PTR 1100 - Professional courses - optional 1
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course introduces undergraduate students at the College of Applied Medical Sciences to the importance of professional courses and professional certificates. The course focuses on enhancing their skills, experiences, and career opportunities in the field of health care. The course aims at guiding students regarding the various accredited professional courses, the requirements for admission, steps for success, and the benefits on their future professional lives.
    CLS 1112 - Medical Terminology - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course is designed to give the student of medical sciences the complete knowledge necessary for basic understanding of medical terminology. The rules of construction of terms are emphasized, and analysis of complex terms is presented to give their meaning, and to define and spell medical words correctly. This course provides students with the building blocks of medical terminology as prefixes, suffixes, roots, combining forms, pronunciation, spelling, plural, abbreviations and the definitions of medical terms related to different body systems required for future clinical practice.
    BUS 1103 - Principles of financial knowledge - optional 1
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    .This course aims to provide students with basic financial skills and educate them about avoiding making wrong financial decisions
    CLS 1111 - Human Biology - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    Human Biology is a foundational course designed to provide students in the Applied Medical Sciences program with a comprehensive understanding of the structure, function, and organization of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, and system levels. The course integrates essential concepts of anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry to develop a holistic understanding of human biology as it relates to clinical practice and medical research
    EDU 1105 - Education & Communication Skills - optional 1
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course aims to develop student's abilities in the areas of effective learning and effective communication. Students learn strategies to improve their skills in comprehending and organizing information, and how to communicate effectively in various academic and professional contexts.
    CHM 1103 - Chemistry - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course provides an introduction to the fundamental principles and concepts of chemistry relevant to applied medical sciences. Topics covered include atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, solutions, acids and bases, and organic chemistry. Emphasis is placed on understanding the application of these concepts in medical contexts
    Level Two
    PTR 1122 - Psychology - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    By learning psychological approach and integrating it with their own skills. Physiotherapists are making a good contribution to these programs. This is an exciting and also a very satisfying area of work. And the more widespread adoption of approach in physical therapy generally should contribute to enhancing practice and outcome.
    PTR 1121 - Medical Biochemistry - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course is designed to give the allied health students basic cognitive knowledge of the: • Basic concepts of biochemistry covering structural and functional characteristics of carbohydrate, lipid, protein, nucleic acid, enzymes, hormones, vitamins, and minerals Relationship between protein structure and its biological function, generation, and storage of metabolic energy, main metabolic pathways, and their key steps. • Biochemistry of connective tissue and role of Bone and mineral metabolism
    CLS 1114 - Mathematics for Health Sciences - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course covers basic computations with fractions and decimals, ratios and proportions, percentages, measurement systems, diluting of solutions, graphs, dosage and concentration problems, and basic algebra and statistics.
    CLS 1113 - Anatomy for Health Sciences - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    Anatomy for health sciences emphasizes to give the students complete knowledge about the normal structure of the tissue, skin, body membranes, musculoskeletal system, nervous system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, male and female reproductive system.
    PTR 1111 - Medical Physics - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course aims to give the students the basics of medical physics and its application.
    ENGL 1103 - ENGLISH LANGUAGE 2 - mandatory
    Credits
    4
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    4
    Training
    Total Content
    6
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    Roadmap is a general English course for adults which recognises that every class is different, and every learner is unique. Built on Global Scale of English learning objectives, Roadmap gives learners the specific language training they need to progress. Engaging, relevant content and extensive support materials make lessons enjoyable for both learners and teachers.
    Level Three
    CLS 1215 - Physiology for Health Sciences - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the human body, focusing on the function of skeletal system, nervous system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, endocrine system, male and female reproductive systems and blood.
    PTR 1233 - Therapeutic Exercises 1 - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    4
    Training
    Total Content
    5
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course is designed to develop students in the application and physiology of fundamental therapeutic exercises: range of motion (passive/active/active-assistive), resistance (manual/mechanical), stretching (active/passive), and peripheral joint mobilization will also be included.
    PTR 1232 - Professional Practice in Physical Therapy - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course designed to allow the students to develop theoretical understanding of ethical aspects of medical profession as a career, know the duties and rights including the skills of handling patients and also dealing with his colleagues.
    PTR 1231 - Electrophysical Modalities 1 - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    N/A
    PTR 1223 - Anatomy for Medical Rehabilitation Sciences - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    Anatomy for physical therapy is a foundational course in both gross anatomy and surface anatomy, using a Musculoskeletal approach. Students learn the gross anatomy of the following systems: upper limb, lower limb, back, abdominal muscles, and all joints of the body from the physio-therapy point of view.
    PTR 1222 - Rehabilitation Psychology - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course is designed to explore how psychology contributes to the understanding of human behavior either on the personal or group levels. Topics include definition of psychology and its fundamental and applied branches, personality and its different aspects, social environment and its elements, interaction between personality and environment, different psychological functions such as perception, memory and learning, society and its effects on individuals, application of psychology to the different domains of practice. This course will discuss patient compliance and their satisfaction with the medical care they receive, factors which influence the behavior and expectation of health professionals and the efficiency of the care they provide.
    PTR 1221 - Biophysics - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course deals with the principles of electrical physics in general which are related to application of various electrophysical modalities in the field of physiotherapy. The course will provide the students with detailed information about physiological, and therapeutic effects, dangers, precautionary measures, indications, contraindications, advantages, and disadvantages of each modality. It will also focus on the physiological and therapeutic effects of electrotherapy, indications, contraindications, dangers and precautionary measures.
    Level Four
    PTR 1235 - Electrophysical Modalities 2 - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course deals with the principles of electrical physics in general which are related to application of various electrophysical modalities in the field of physiotherapy. The course will provide the students with detailed information about physiological, therapeutic effects, dangers, precautionary measures, indications, contraindications, advantages and disadvantages of each modality. It will also focus on the physiological and therapeutic effects of electrotherapy, indications, contraindications, dangers and precautionary measures.
    PTR 1234 - Therapeutic Exercises 2 - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    4
    Training
    Total Content
    5
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course is designed to develop students in the application and physiology of coordination and balance, aerobics, gymnastics, and Aquatic exercises will also be included.
    PTR 1226 - Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course outlines the main theoretical and practical components of the structure and function of the human spinal cord, brain stem, cerebellum, cerebral hemispheres, meninges, brain ventricles and the cerebrospinal fluid including different sensory, motor pathways and brain connections.
    PTR 1225 - Physiology for Medical Rehabilitation Sciences - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course provides an advanced knowledge on the function of the nervous system and muscle related to physical therapy. Neurophysiological basis of sensory, autonomic and vestibular systems and motor control will be discussed. The physiology of pain and its relationship to the nervous system will also be provided.
    PTR 1224 - Pathology - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course will provides the student with the knowledge and understanding of general pathology, inflammation, healing, infection, immunopathology, neoplasia and skin disease.
    PTR 1241 - Biomechanics 1 - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course provides the study and application of biomechanical principles of motion to human movement. Basic biomechanics of musculoskeletal system and analysis of normal posture and gait will also be discussed.
    PTR 1236 - Physical Therapy Examination Procedures - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    4
    Training
    Total Content
    5
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This is a fundamental course in which students are introduced and trained on the basic assessment methods of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems. This include measurement of joints range of motion, manual muscle testing, special tests, postural and gait analysis, as well as activity of daily living analysis.
    Level Five
    PTR 1345 - Biomechanics 2 - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course deals with the functional anatomy, normal kinematics, and kinetics of different joints of the upper, lower extremities, thoracic cage and spine. The analysis of dysfunction applied to respiration, posture and gait will also be discussed, with emphasis on their application in therapeutic conditions.
    PTR 1344 - Orthotics and Prosthetics - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course gives basic training to the students on orthotics and prosthetics regarding their types, indications, fitting to the patients and rehabilitation of the patients. Orthoses and Prostheses applied in different conditions as well as materials to be used and basic techniques of manufacturing will be discussed.
    PTR 1343 - Clinical Practice 1 - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    Pratical
    6
    Training
    Total Content
    6
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    Introduce students to the academic components of skills that provide a framework to integrate with practical and problem solving approach in the field of musculoskeletal physical therapy in addition to clinical competencies, evidence-based decision-making and outcome evaluation.
    PTR 1342 - Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy for Lower Quadrant - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course will provide students with the knowledge and understanding of orthopedic diseases and injuries of the lower limb and lumbopelvic region usually managed by physical therapists. Methods of evaluation, investigations, clinical features, and management are provided. Also the knowledge, understanding, communication and practical skills are provided to the student to manage clients with musculoskeletal pathologies. Physical therapy management includes the clinical reasoning process in clinical assessment, Physical Therapy treatment options, and treatment selection. In addition, sport injuries for lower quadrant are considered.
    PTR 1341 - Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy for Upper Quadrant - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course will provide student with the knowledge and understanding of orthopedic diseases and injuries of the upper limb, cervical region, and thoracic region commonly treated by physical therapists. Methods of evaluation, investigations, clinical features, and management are provided. Also, the knowledge, understanding, communication and practical skills are provided to the student to manage clients with musculoskeletal pathologies. Physical therapy management includes the clinical reasoning process in clinical assessment, Physical Therapy treatment options, and treatment selection.
    PTR 1321 - Radiology - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course provides an introductory understanding of radiological examination concepts, focusing specifically on X-ray, CT, and MRI examinations. The primary emphasis is on interpreting images of the head, upper extremities, lower extremities, and spine. The curriculum includes practical laboratory sessions where students examine and analyze both normal and abnormal radiological images, enhancing their diagnostic skills.
    PTR 1320 - Pharmacology - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course is designed to introduce students to the Physical Therapist’s role and responsibilities in medication administration and the basic principles of pharmacology. It deals with the pharmacological actions, uses, doses, route of administration, mechanisms, side effects, contraindications, and precautions of those drugs acting on ANS, CVS, CNS, and skeletal muscles, together with Pharmacodynamics, Pharmacokinetics, analgesics, diabetes mellitus treatment as well as general & local anesthesia.
    Level Six
    PTR 1351 - Physical Therapy for Surgical Conditions of Neuromuscular system - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    Outline a standard approach to evaluate and treat the most common neurological disorders before and after surgical procedures, and how to deal with different therapeutic modalities and techniques that used in the treatment of neurological conditions.
    PTR 1346 - Introduction to Sport Physical Therapy - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course allows students to apply introductory-level academic and practical management skills to the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries arising from sport and physical activity. Students will learn to improve health and function in populations with injury, illness and disease and to positively contribute to improving public health.
    PTR 1383 - Biostatistics - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    Biostatistics introduces fundamental statistical concepts and methods for analyzing data in biological research. Students will gain the knowledge and skills to design studies, collect data, summarize and interpret findings, and app statistical tests to biological questions.
    PTR 1382 - Scientific Research Methods - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course is a basic introductory course to the research process with the emphasis on developing research skills and critical thinking. Students will gain knowledge in the areas of research methods, critical appraisal of research, and the concepts of evidence-based practice.
    PTR 1353 - Clinical Practice 2 - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    Pratical
    6
    Training
    Total Content
    6
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course entails clinical practice towards the equisetic skill needed for evaluation and treatment. This course mainly deals with various special and advanced therapeutic modalities in physical therapy of neuromuscular medical and surgical diseases, in addition to how to apply the appropriate evaluative and treatment methods clinically. The students will be trained clinically in hospitals to apply the different modalities in neuromuscular physical therapy for both medical and surgical conditions. Clinical practice in other fields of physical therapy will also be conducted upon availability.
    PTR 1352 - Physical Therapy for Neuromuscular Disorders - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course provides the students with detailed information on the physical therapy evaluation and management of the common problems associated with neurological conditions encountered by physical therapists. The neurophysiological approaches to the evaluation and management of selected neurological conditions will also be covered.
    Level Seven
    PTR 1483 - Internal Medicine - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course is designed to provide information about general and specific physiotherapy (evaluation and management) procedures for patients suffering from metabolic and endocrinal disorders. The students will be trained to apply the different modalities and treatment program for metabolic and endocrinal conditions.
    PTR 1496 - Physical Therapy for Women's Health 2 - optional 3
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The objective of this course is to give the students complete knowledge about different diseases that affect women, their etiology, pathophysiology and the different evaluation and rehabilitation processes for these diseases.
    PTR 1482 - Management and Leadership in Healthcare - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course deals with aspects of organizational and administrative services to hospitals and physical therapy there. Leadership, as well as physical therapy, as it includes an analysis of the problems of administrative, technical and psychological, which can be faced with those responsible for the Administration of Physical Therapy services. In addition to studying the organization and Administration of services and jobs, medical records, and career and behavior work.
    PTR 1495 - Sport Physical Therapy 2 - optional 3
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The purpose of this course is to identify and discuss a variety of physical therapy related topics of interest of both the instructor and students. Students will also be asked to select clinical topics and prepare different presentations on different Physical Therapy topics through the semester of their choice. The course will prepare and guide students on how to collect information from different Physical therapy topics.
    PTR 1481 - Independent Study - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    Pratical
    4
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course presents application of research techniques in physical Therapy. The ways of subject selection, research design dependent and independent variables are practiced. Students learn to use library for obtaining information about research projects and to flow new trends in physical therapy. Students also, learn to write research paper.
    PTR 1494 - Motor Control - optional 3
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course will introduce human motor control, learning, and development. Motor control will be examined through the concepts, theories, and applications of experimental neuroscience. Motor learning will be explored using theoretical and conceptual application of behavioral research. Motor development will also be introduced and examined across the lifespan. In addition, application to special populations, including clinical and high performance, will be integrated throughout.
    PTR 1471 - Growth and Development - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course examines theories of child, adolescent, and adult’s development and learning. It introduces a comprehensive view of human development across the lifespan. The student will gain an understanding of child development in the areas of physical, emotional social and cognitive development.
    PTR 1493 - Industrial Physical Therapy - optional 3
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course will help Physical Therapy students to understand human factors in the workplace environment and detect the relationship of the human body and space planning in the design. Also identify the significant role of physiotherapists in reduce the risk of work-related MSDs, physical and psychological stresses inside the work environment for healthy, disabled, and elderly subjects.
    PTR 1462 - Clinical Practice 3 - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    Pratical
    6
    Training
    Total Content
    6
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course builds on the knowledge of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, students will gain conceptual and procedural knowledge and skills for the physiotherapy assessment and management of patients with various cardiovascular and respiratory conditions.
    PTR 1492 - Evidence Based Practice 1 - optional 3
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This 15-week course is developed to introduce the evidence-based practice to the students and provide them with the knowledge necessary to identify the scientific research process and appraise the research evidence.
    PTR 1461 - Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy - mandatory
    Credits
    4
    Theoretical
    3
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    5
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course reviews the basic anatomy, physiology, and pathological conditions of the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. The course involves practical demonstration and practice of general and specific physiotherapy (evaluation and management) procedures and the rationales for their use with patients suffering from respiratory and/or cardiovascular disorders. The students will be trained to apply the different modalities and treatment program for acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
    PTR 1491 - Physical Therapy for Women's Health 1 - optional 3
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The objective of this course is to give the students complete knowledge about the structure and function of the female reproductive system, the different diseases that affect women, the different evaluation and rehabilitation processes for these diseases.
    PTR 1490 - Sport Physical Therapy 1 - optional 3
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    1
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    Sport Physical Therapy allows students to engage in techniques for the evaluation and treatment of high-level collegiate athletes from time of injury to return-to-play. They will gain exposure to both the clinical rehabilitation aspect with duel credential physical therapists/certified athletic trainers, as well as on-the-field coverage with certified athletic trainers during practice. In addition, students will complete several psychomotor labs, learning various taping and strapping procedures. Specialists in the areas of sports nutrition, sports psychology and strength and conditioning will lecture on their professions and interaction with sports physical therapy. Finally, students will participate in a college football game-day from pregame set-up and treatment, to sideline game coverage and postgame treatment.
    PTR 1499 - Oncology Rehabilitation - optional 3
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course provides students with basic information on oncology rehabilitation program development. This includes patient education, exercise prescription, manual therapy techniques, and lymph edema management. Discussion of cancer-related surgeries, side effect resulting from chemotherapy and radiation therapy, and physiological effect of cancer treatments will be included in this course.
    PTR 1497 - Evidence Based Practice 2 - optional 3
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This 15-week course is developed to introduce the knowledge translation concept to the students and identify the potential barriers that restrict the practice of the evidence-based. It also provides the students with the essential steps to design an intervention to facilitate the implementation of evidence-based practice.
    PTR 1498 - Health Promotion and Prevention Practice - optional 3
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course provides students with advance information in public health issues related to physical therapy practice. The main focus of this course is promoting health, wellness, and illness prevention among the public. Advocating for preventive care is an essential part of this course.
    Level Eight
    PTR 1484 - Geriatric Physical Therapy - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course is designed to explore those factors affecting the health and wellbeing of aging people. It will cover relationship between the process of ageing and behavior in such areas as sensory, personality and cognitive functioning. Other subjects ill include the social and cultural aspects of aging, and age-related changes in adapting to the social environment. Finally, considerable attention will be paid to some specifically selected clinical conditions noted to be common with the elderly population, including an overall assessment of health profile of an aged individual.
    PTR 1474 - Clinical Practice 4 - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    Pratical
    6
    Training
    Total Content
    6
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course entails clinical practice towards the equisetic skill needed for evaluation and treatment. This course mainly deals with various special and advanced therapeutic modalities in Physical therapy of children medical and surgical diseases, in addition to how to apply the appropriate evaluative and treatment methods clinically. The students will be trained clinically in hospitals to apply the different modalities in pediatric physical therapy. Clinical practice in other fields of occupational therapy will also be conducted upon availability.
    PTR 1473 - Physical Therapy for Pediatric and its Surgery - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course provides the basic principles of handling children during process of evaluation and treatment. Detailed theories of pediatrics, etiology of diseases, clinical picture, complications, assessment and treatment will be discussed. The course entails practice towards the equisetic skill needed for evaluation and treatment.
    PTR 1472 - Physical Therapy for Growth and Developmental Disorders - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course provides the basic principles of handling children during process of evaluation and treatment showing the difference between children and adult patients. Detailed theories of growth and developmental disorders, etiology, clinical picture, complications, assessment and treatment will be discussed.
    PTR 1486 - Wound Care Physical Therapy - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course includes disorders which need medical and surgical treatment such as skin diseases and burns and its practical implementations, also the care of certain surgical conditions preoperative and postoperative.
    PTR 1485 - Selected Topics - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    Pratical
    4
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The purpose of this course is to identify and discuss a variety of physical therapy related topics of interest of both the instructor and students. Students will also be asked to select clinical topics and prepare different presentations on different Physical Therapy topics through the semester of their choice. The course will prepare and guide students on how to collect information from different Physical therapy topics.
    Level Nine
    - -
    Credits
    Theoretical
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
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