PHT 115 Fundamentals of Kinesiology II
In this course of a two part series in the fundamentals of kinesiology. Students continue to analyze basic concepts of motion as they apply the human body. Subjects will include force, torque, and other biomechanical concepts as they relate to therapeutic activity and exercise. Bones, joints, muscles and nerves of the lower extremities will be studied in detail. Students will analyze and apply biomechanical and muscle physiology concepts to the joints of the lower extremity as well as their role in human gait. This knowledge will then be applied to analyzing human motion and posture with an emphasis on integrating structure and function. Lecture three hours a week, laboratory three hours a week.
Prerequisite
Successful completion of the first semester in the PTA program