USC Schedule of Classes

Introduction to the neurobehavioral and neurobiological basis of movement. Review of information processing, neural basis of perception/action, motor systems, and higher cognitive function and behavior. Recommended preparation: biology and physiology

Consideration of the neuromuscular and musculoskeletal physiology of voluntary movement.

Comprehensive survey of regional neuroanatomy covered in lecture and laboratory format with dissection. In depth consideration is given to neuroanatomical basis of sensory and motor function. Topics include neuroanatomical basis of cellular function, somatosensation, special senses, movement and distributed motor control, and homeostasis regulation.

Independent review and synthesis of papers appearing in the current literature.

Advanced study of the kinematics of human motion. Emphasis on the inverse dynamics solution to quality forces and moments of force. Lecture, demonstration.

Advanced analysis of systems or structures with dissection. Emphasis on correlations with function.

Advanced analysis of systems or structures with dissection. Emphasis on correlations with function.

Basic principles of musculoskeletal imaging as it relates to biomechanics research. Ropics include MRI physics, variable imaging parameters and selection of pulse sequences.

Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determnined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

Studies of scientific theory in physical therapy.

Introduction of basic principles and models of the primate motor system. Emphasis on arm control.

Introduction of computer programming and implementation of computational models in a laboratory setting.

Research leading to doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation.