James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2007

OT3003 - Principles of Design for Therapy

Credit points: 03
Year: 2007
Student Contribution Band: Band 2
Administered by: Occupational Therapy

The topics covered in this subject will develop practical experience in materials management, design and the application of theoretical models and principles to the needs of the client. Topics include but are not limited to: access and mobility in all environments; the use of mobility aids; assistive devices, their design and adaption; principles and practice of orthotics (splinting) and prosthetics and principles of compression therapy and application to clinical diagnosis.

Learning Outcomes

Graduate Qualities

Prerequisites:OT2003 and OT2004

Availabilities

Townsville, Internal, Study Period 1
Census Date 30-Mar-2007
Coordinator: Ms Bronwyn Tanner
Lecturers: jc134205, Ms Bronwyn Tanner.
Contact hours:
  • 26 hours lectures
  • 26 hours tutorials
  • 39 hours workshops/Seminars
    Assessment:end of semester exam (35%); quizzes or tests (15%); presentations (40%); workbook (10%).
    Special Assessment Requirements:It is compulsory that all assessment items be completed and submitted as part of this subject. Must provide evidence of CPR update by end of week 12 in study period 1.

    Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.