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COURSE DESCRIPTION

PTA 103 — Applied Anatomy  (3 cr)

Instruction in human anatomy with an emphasis on the musculoskeletal system. Musculoskeletal structures are explained in their relationship to function. Basic principles of kinesiology (the study of the body in motion) will be presented. The principles of joint range of motion and manual muscle testing will be taught. Respiration and its neuromuscular process will be provided.  Prerequisite:  Grade of 2.0 or better in previous PTA courses and concurrent enrollment in PTA 104, 105, 173. (SFCC)
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