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Orthotics and Prosthetics (OCT 5 701 C)

Term: 2016-2017 Academic Year Summer

Faculty

Tammy LeSage
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Raquel Guarino
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Melinda Webster Petty
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Schedule

Tue-Wed, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (5/4/2017 - 8/16/2017) Location: MAIN
Fri, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (5/4/2017 - 8/16/2017) Location: MAIN

Description

This course introduces the principles of orthotics and upper extremity prosthetics. Students will design, fabricate, apply and fit orthotic devices used to enhance occupational performance and participation. Students will receive training in the use of prosthetic devices based on the scientific principles of kinesiology, biomechanics and physics.