Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology

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Prerequisites: Admissions into the Physical Therapist Assistant program and Corequisite enrollment in PTAP 1115, PTAP 1111, and PTAP 1120 courses. Courses must be taken for credit. The structure and function of the musculoskeletal system will be covered with an emphasis on the mechanical aspect of human motion. Basic physical principles and the existing relationship with biomechanical principles will also be covered. Students will be introduced to normal posture as well as the normal gait cyc...