Oct 31, 2024  
Graduate Studies Catalog 2020-2021 
    
Graduate Studies Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PT 771 - Scientific Inquiry I in PT

3 cr.
Introduction to the principles of clinical research. The scientific method and various research designs are presented. Students learn to do literature reviews and critical reviews of current research. The history and function of review boards for the protection of human and animal subjects is covered. All research proposed and conducted in the physical therapy department is subject to the rules, regulations and approval of the appropriate board. Students develop and submit a written research proposal in Research I.