PTY5106 Foundations of physiotherapy
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
PTY5106 Foundations of physiotherapy is a level 5, 12-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2020 in Semester 2 at Peninsula. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 2 units.
- Credit points
- 12
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 2
- Peninsula
- Assessment
- Exam 30%
- and 8 other tasks
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before PTY5106
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
After PTY5106
2 units list PTY5106 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
This unit introduces the four themes of the physiotherapy course, facilitating integration of prior science and theoretical learning into the context of physiotherapy. The attributes of the physiotherapy profession, and its role in the broader health care system are introduced with an analysis of the diverse interpretations of health, the biopsychosocial model and determinants of health. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander concepts of health and wellbeing and the influence of culture, family and connection to country in health practice are explored. Anatomy, biomechanics and kinesiology theory are applied to normal and abnormal movement and exercise prescription and health promotion principles are studied. The multi-dimensional nature of pain and underpinning theory are introduced. A health enhancement program emphasises strategies for facilitating personal health and wellbeing and the research theme applies evidence based practice to clinical questions. Self-directed preparation activities precede weekly applied anatomy and exercise practical sessions and additional theoretical content is covered in interactive lectures, workshops and tutorials. Students participate in work integrated learning visits to facilitate early exposure to the practice of physiotherapy in clinical settings.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Peninsula | On campus |
Assessment
- Exercise needs analysis (1,200 words)10%
- Exercise program design (2,200 words)10%
- Determinants of health assignment (1,200 words)10%
- Program of health enhancement (1,200 words)10%
- Research activities (600 words equivalent: 5%), (written task-600 words: 5%)10%
- Anatomy online quiz10%
- Written exam (2.5 hours)30%
- Work integrated learning portfolio (1,200 words)10%
- Valid police check, WWC check, first aid certificate and annual CPR update documents.Competency hurdle-
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Identify the key elements of the Australian health care system and the roles and responsibilities of the health care team;
- 2
Articulate the attributes that define a profession and the conduct of professionalism
- 3
Review and critique personal and community determinants of health, and develop, implement and evaluate a program of personal health enhancement;
- 4
Compare and contrast a range of health promotion theories of change ranging from an individual to population-wide focus;
- 5
Critique diverse definitions, concepts and interpretations of health and wellbeing, and how they apply to oneself and physiotherapy;
- 6
Describe ATSI key concepts of health and wellbeing and the influence of culture, family and connection to country in health practice;
- 7
Explain the biopsychosocial model and its relevance to pain, language, one’s response to pain, and the impact of pain on one’s life;
- 8
Apply the principles of exercise programming and prescription to client needs;
- 9
Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and kinesiology to the musculoskeletal system;
- 10
Describe Evidence Based Practice in physiotherapy in the context of integrating the best research evidence with clinical expertise and the client's unique values and circumstances;
- 11
Describe levels of research evidence, methods of study design and sources of bias in research and design electronic database searches to identify the best evidence.
Workload and teaching
On-campus: 2 hours of lectures, 6 hours of practical sessions, 2 hours of workshops or tutorials and approximately 10 hours of private study time expected each week.
Off-campus: Students are also required to attend four work integrated learning placement days over the duration of the semester.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Dawson Kidgell
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Dawson Kidgell
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PTY5106?
None, but you must take PTY5107 before or alongside it.
What can I take after PTY5106?
PTY5106 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 2 units, including PTY5107 and PTY5108.
When is PTY5106 offered?
In 2020, PTY5106 runs in Semester 2 at Peninsula.
Does PTY5106 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 30% of the final mark, alongside 8 other tasks.