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.

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.

A combination of observation, participation (testing/assessments, training) and analysis and interpretation of data. Supervision and guidance from the internship mentor will vary depending on the setting and credit hours. Allows students a progressively increasing amount of responsibility with respect to athlete/subject and/or data involvement.

Introduction of topics related to assessments of athlete performance on the field or in the sports setting. Focus on understanding and applying available technology to athlete field assessments. Overview of the techniques and hardware used to assess athlete performance outside of a laboratory setting.

Introduction to the physiological assessment of athlete performance. Focus on understanding, performing and interpreting physiological assessments such as metabolic testing (VO2max), hydration, oxygen saturation, body composition, lactate threshold, heart rate, core body temperature.

Examination of selected mechanisms underlying normal movement and pathological movement. Study of methods used to investigate these mechanisms. Doctoral students only.

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.