Course Structure - Year 2

Semester 3

OCC2011 Occupational Performance, capabilities & components

Students study the mechanisms and consequences of problems related to mental, sensory, cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological and biomechanical capacities of humans, across the lifespan, that underpin occupational engagement and occupational performance.

Basic organisation of the human body emphasizing functional anatomy of the limbs are studied. Anatomical and medical terminology, and the concepts of integrated musculoskeletal systems are explained together with the function of joints, and the stability, mobility, and precise coordination of limb function unique to humans.

Semester 4

OCC2020 Enabling Occupation: Performance Challenges IA

In this unit students begin to describe, apply and critique the principles of assessment and intervention for clients with problems related to capacities to engage in activities, occupations, and participation in community life. Intervention principles incorporate environmental supports and barriers (advocacy, organisational change, environmental adaptation), and evidence-based practice. It includes a 3-week fieldwork placement.

OCC2022 Skills for Evidenced-Based Practice I

This unit provides an overview of the skills necessary to critique and evaluate the usefulness and quality of research evidence. It builds on knowledge from PSY1022 to critique research literature supporting occupational therapy practice.

Elective

Students are able to choose a unit from a wide range of elective options.