OCTH 643: Foundations of Neuroscience for Occupations
Credit Hours: (3)
Introduction to the neurological structures and functions of the human body and their influences on occupational performance.
Detailed Description of Content of the Course
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
All MOT courses utilize instructional strategies that rely on active learning and best teaching practices.
Additional instructional methods for each course are determined by course instructors in alignment with course content. These may include:
Goals and Objectives of the Course
B.1.1. Human Body, Development, and Behavior
Demonstrate knowledge of:
The structure and function of the human body that must include the biological and physical sciences, neurosciences, kinesiology, and biomechanics.
B.2.6. Effects of Disease Processes
Analyze occupational performance aspects that are affected by diagnoses including heritable diseases, genetic conditions, mental illness, disability, trauma, and injury.
B.3.2. Professional Reasoning
Demonstrate professional reasoning to evaluate, analyze, diagnose, and provide occupation-based interventions that:
Address client factors, performance patterns, and performance skills.
Focus on creation, promotion, establishment, restoration, maintenance, modification,
and prevention.
Assessment Measures
Projects, assignments, competencies, and tests as appropriate.
Other Course Information
Additional course information provided as needed in course semester syllabi.
Review and Approval
February, 2009
June 5, 2025