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COURSES DESCRIPTION
(PHYSICAL THERAPY + SPEECH & HEARING
THERAPY)
1-PHYSICAL THERAPY
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 221
COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Physical Therapy Procedures.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-1, practical – 2
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: A principal course in which the students are trained
on methods of assessment of musculoskeletal
system from physiotherapy view. It includes the
manual muscle testing, measurement of range of
motion for body joints generally, in addition to
postural assessment and activity of daily living.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 231
COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Clinical Studies.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 2
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course deals with mechanisms of injury to bones, joints,
soft tissues and their treatment. It also deals with introduction to
physiotherapeutic examination, assessment, planning and recording of treatment.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 241
COURSE TITLE: Human Anatomy.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, Practical-1.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: An overview in preparation for later courses that cover
anatomical regions in greater depth. Topics include : the skeletal system, the
muscular system, the articular system, the cardiovascular system, the
integumentary system, the lymphatic system, the urinary system, the respiratory
system, the digestive system, the endocrine system, the reproductive system and
the nervous system.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 243
COURSE TITLE: Human Physiology.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 1, Practical-1 .
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Topics include: overview of basic cell functions, biological
control systems, circulation, respiration, regulation of water and electrolyte
balance, digestion and absorption of food, reproduction, defense mechanisms of
the body, regulation of organic metabolism and energy balance, processing
sensory information, control of body movement, consciousness and behavior.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 244.
COURSE TITLE: Neuroanatomy
CONTACT HOURS: Theory-2, practical-1.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course includes the general layout of the nervous
system, and a detailed study of anatomy of the brain and spinal cord, the
ascending and descending tracts of the cord and the distribution of the cranial
nerves, the vascular supply to the brain, cerebrospinal fluid.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 321
COURSE TITLE: Physical Therapy Procedures I
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, Practical-1.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course concerned with the study of electrotherapy
basis, indication and contraindication, precautions and how to apply.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 322
COURSE TITLE: Physical Therapy Procedures II
CONTACT HOURS: Theory-1, practical-2.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 323
COURSE TITLE: Physical Therapy Procedures III
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-1, practical-2.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 325
COURSE TITLE: Electrotherapy.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, Practical – 1.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course develops the skills for physiological and
therapeutic effects of low voltage currents, strength-duration curves,
electromyography and the use of short wave diathermy, microwave and ultrasound.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 326.
COURSE TITLE: Physical therapy for pediatrics.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, Practical – 1.
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 336
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course acquaints the student with the different
pediatric diseases and develop skills about the use of physiotherapy methodes .
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 327.
COURSE TITLE: Hydrotherapy.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, Practical – 1.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course acquaints the student with the different skills
about the use of bathes,pool,parafine wax . also hot,cold packs and ice
application. Also, how to clarify indication, contraindication, precautions and
its physiological effects.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 331
COURSE TITLE: Clinical Studies I
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-3, Clinical-1.
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 241 &RHS 231
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course is designed to develop an understanding of
orthopedics, rheumatology and appropriate physiotherapy treatment. and also
develop the skills for clinical practice.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 332
COURSE TITLE: Clinical Studies II
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-3, Clinical-1.
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 341
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course is designed to study etiology, pathology,
prognosis and treatment of the neurological symptoms.and also develop the skills
for clinical practice.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 333
COURSE TITLE: Clinical practic –1-
CREDIT HOURS: Practical- 1.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course will teach the techniques and clinical uses of
the various massage manipulations through demonstration and practice sessions.
Attention of the student will be drawn to the specific clinical application of
each massage manipulation; the physiological and therapeutic effects as well as
their dangers and contraindications will be mentioned. Teaching and learning in
this course will be through practice on human models in the laboratory.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 336.
COURSE TITLE: Clinical practic in physiotherapy.
CONTACT HOURS: Clinical – 2.
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 326
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course acquaints the student with the skills about the
use of physiotherapy methodes for different pediatric diseases in clinical
field.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 341
COURSE TITLE: Therapeutic Exercises.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 2, Practical-1
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Introduction to kinesiological analysis;
the classification, effects, uses, and
progression of exercise including methods
of assessing gait and body mechanics, also
teach the safe techniques in the lifting,
transferring and positioning of patients.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 346.
COURSE TITLE: Neurophysiology for physiotherapist.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, practical-1.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course includes the general neurophysiological bases of
the nervous system, and a detailed study of function of the brain and spinal
cord, the ascending , descending tracts of the cord and the cranial nerves.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 366.
COURSE TITLE: Pharmacology.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course includes the general pharmacological bases and
the common drugs, its effects, side-effects and dose used for the patients that
can be indicated for physiotherapy.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 421
COURSE TITLE: Advanced Physical Therapy Procedures.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-1, Clinical -1.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 422
COURSE TITLE: Rehabilitation Procedures.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 1, Practical - 1.
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 326 &RHS 336
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course focuses on understanding the evaluation of
complex disability problems and the integration of physical therapy program with
rehabilitation by uses the orthosis and prothesis, and how to prescribe, fitting
and train patient to apply them.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 423
COURSE TITLE: Management of Physical Therapy Services.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 2.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course introduces the students to business
communications, departmental design specifications, record keeping, equipment
purchasing, report writing, policy and procedure manuals, scheduling of
patients, recruiting , supervising and evaluating staff.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 424.
COURSE TITLE: Geriatric rehabilitation.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 1, Practical - 1.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course is structured to explore those factors that
affect the well being and health of aging people. Also the different methodes of
physiotherapy rehabilitation for such patients.
COUSE NUMBER: RHS 425
COURSE TITLE: Occupational therapy.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 1, Practical - 1.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course aims at applying the principles of and
therapeutic skills of occupational therapy and how to train the patients with
any problem to his previous job or a new job and how to use the different aids
and facilities to minimize his effort.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 431
COURSE TITLE: Clinical Studies III
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, Clinical-1
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 421
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course is designed to teach and practice clinically the
management and rehabilitation of cardiac ,vascular diseases,also pregnancy and
childbirth, planning antenatal and postpartum regimes.
COUSE NUMBER: RHS 433
COURSE TITLE: Clinical Practice III
CREDIT HOURS: Clinical- 3
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 331
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course aims at applying clinically the principles of and
therapeutic skills to patients with any problem and how to work in team
effectively.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 434
COURSE TITLE: Selected clinical topics-1-
CREDIT HOURS: Clinical-3
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 331
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is intended to reinforce the clinical
application of principles of treatment and therapeutic skills to patients with
cardiovascular, pulmonary and neurological diseases and also to train the
students how to write a report on a selected clinical problem and how to work
independently.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 442
COURSE TITLE: Medical Aspects of Disabling Conditions.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-3.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course is a survey of disabling conditions and diseases
that cause biological illness or impairment of body function in special areas
include chest,heart and neurological systems
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 481
COURSE TITLE: Independent Study I
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 2.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course presents the purpose and characteristics of
research, basic principles of scientific methods, and interpretation of
professional literature. Students will participate in clinical research
activities, and critically analyze the current and new concepts.
COURSES DESCRIPTION
2-SPEECH
& HEARING THERAPY
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 227
COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Exceptional Children.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 2.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: A survey of the the problems of working with special
abilities in children and adults: an overview of appropriate educational
programs and facilities for delivery of services to children and adults with
special abilities and disabilities.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 247
COURSE TITLE: Anatomy & Physiology of Speech &
Hearing Mechanisms
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 2, Practical – 1
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course deals with study of structure , function and
processes of human mechanism by which speech sound are produced and
received.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 248
COURSE TITLE: Phonetics
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, Practical-1
PREREQUISITE: None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course deals with studies of theoritical principles
of phonetics and their application in assessment and treatment of speech
disorders. It involves transcription and analysis of speech at both the
phonetic and phonological level.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 249
COURSE TITLE: Speech & Language Pathology – I -
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 1, Practical-1
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: A study of the fundamental processes in communication to
include the functions involved in verbal and non verbal communication. A
consideration of the factors influencing normal development of human
communication skills. An overview of speech profiles, classification and
etiology of communication disorders.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 261.
COURSE TITLE: Languistics – 1 -
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introduction to linguistics and description of
phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics as the main branches.
Traditional and modern concepts of linguistics. The syntactic structure of
english and arabic including grammatical elements, verb and verb phrases,
nouns, pronouns and noun phrases, adjectivs and adverbs, simple and complex
sentences. An introduction to language assessment, remediation and screening
procedures.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 344
COURSE TITLE: Neurology
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The elements of pediatric neurology including minimal
cerebral dysfunction syndromes. Static acquired lesions of the C.N.S. and
the primary neuromuscular disorders. Craniocerebral injuries resulting in
particular from road traffic accidents and industerial injuries, also
infections, congenital and vascular lesions.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 345
COURSE TITLE: Human Growth and Development
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, practical-1
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Concepts of pre and post embryonic growth, maturation
and development. Developmental skills including motor, social, visual,
auditory and linguistics and the integration of them. Play and its
importance in human development.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 371
COURSE TITLE: Audiology – 1-
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, Clinical -1
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 247
COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introduction to the field of audiology; hearing
acoustics, decipel scale, theories of hearing; basic pure tone and speech
audiometric procedures; pathologies of the auditory system. Also, the course
develops the skills to handle patient clinically.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 372
COURSE TITLE: Audiology – II -
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-1, Clinical – 1
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 371
COURSE DESCRIPTION: A review of the administration and interpretation of
differential diagnostic techniques for identification of lesions of the
entire auditory system. Emphasis on audiological and etiological
rehabilitative procedures. Also, the course develops the skills to handle
patient clinically.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 373.
COURSE TITLE: Articulation Disorders
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, Clinical – 1
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Study for the nature of different types of speech
disorders in children and adults. Also, to show the basic theories,
assessment procedures, therapeutic methods and how to use them in planning
and to apply treatment. Also, the course develops the skills to handle
patient clinically.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 374.
COURSE TITLE: Speech & Language Pathology – II -
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, Clinical – 2
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 249
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Study the basic types and nature of childhood language
disorders. Also, the concentration on diagnosis and treatemnt for
developmental disorders of language, therapeutic methods and the follow-up
for therapeutic sessions. Also, the course develops the skills to handle
patient clinicall
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 377
COURSE TITLE: Physics of Sound & Voice Production
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, Practical-2
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 247
COURSE DESCRIPTION: An examination of the basic fundamentals, concepts and
theories of acoustics, speech and signal processing. The application of
scientific techniques, methodolgies and instrumentation used in the
quantification, recognition and identification of speech and other acoustics
phenomena.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 378
COURSE TITLE: Clinical Procedures in Speech & Language Pathology
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-1, Clinical - 2
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 374
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Demonstration of cases followed by discussion for them
to reach for diagnosis and therapeutic procedures and the possibilities to
cooperate with other specials to participate in analysis and treatemnt of
the communication disorders. Study the basic procedures for clinical work
and the materials used for diagnosis and treatment.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 426
COURSE TITLE: Psychosocial Aspects of Aging
CREDIT HOURS: Theory - 3
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course is designed to explore those factors
affecting the health , wellbeing and communication of aging people. It will
cover linguistic features that characterize and differentiate the normal,
demented, depressed and aphasic elderly population. The societal and
cultural aspects of aging and also age – related changes in accomodating to
the social environments.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 427
COURSE TITLE: Bilingual Studies
CREDIT HOURS: Theory - 2
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Study of bilingual and bidialectal variations in human
communication that takes place according to the changes in cultural,
environment, social life and special concentration in assessment of the
problems of bilingualism and bidialectalism and how to manage it.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 428
COURSE TITLE: Electrophysiologic Tests.
CREDIT HOURS: Practical -2
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The students will be given onsite demonstrations of such
electrophysiologic procedures as: ABR, ENG, OAE’S, and ECOG where feasible.
Students will not only observe but will be given the opportunity to
familiarize themselves with test protocol interpretation and
instrumentation.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 429
COURSE TITLE: Fluency Disorders
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2, Clinical – 1
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Study of the development of normal fluency vs. non
fluency, in addition to the nature, etiology, theories, classifications and
prognostic indicators of fluency disorders. Overview of formal and informal
assessment, clinical treatment and counseling procedures.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 444
COURSE TITLE: Medical Aspects of Communication Disorders.
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-3.
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course is study of the pediatric neurology and
psychiatry, neurological diseases and disorders. Also, involves ear, nose
and throat, and the palatal and orofacial musculatures. Implication for
treatment and management will be considered as an integral part of the
rehabilitative process.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 461
COURSE TITLE: Speech & Language Pathology – III -
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 3, Clinical - 1
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 344
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Study of acquired disorders of speech and language due
to neurological disease. The study will cover the causes, pathology,
classifications, evaluation, management and treatment of the communication
disorders in adult life. Also, the course develops the skills to handle
patient clinically.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 462
COURSE TITLE: Speech & Language Pathology – IV -
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 2, Clinical - 2
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The classification, symptoms, etiology and nature of
communication problems in cleft palate/lip and cerebral palsy with emphasis
on the interdisciplinary approach to provide the most effective treatment
and management of children suffering from these conditions. Also, the course
develops the skills to handle patient clinically.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 466
COURSE TITLE: Voice Disorders
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 1, Clinical - 2
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 344
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The study of the function, organic and psychogenic voice
disorders. Survey of instrumental and other objective techniques employed in
the assessment, diagnosis and management of the voice disorders. Also the
course develops the skills to handle patient clinically.
COUSE NUMBER: RHS 467
COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Alternative Communication
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 2, Practical - 1
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introduction to the manual alphabet used in finger-
spelling and the language of signs. Emphasis placed on expressive as well as
receptive skill development.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 471
COURSE TITLE: Hearing Impairment
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-2
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 372
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Study of the classification and assessment of hearing
loss and associated problems. Examination of the roles of hearing specialist
in the aural rehabilitative process.
COUSE NUMBER: RHS 472
COURSE TITLE: Pediatric Audiology
CREDIT HOURS: Theory – 2, Clinical – 1
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 471
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Examination of methods of detection, measurement and
management of auditory problems in infants and young children. Emphasis on
diagnostic techniques specific to young children and the interpretation of
results. Also, the course develops the skills to handle patient clinically.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 474
COURSE TITLE: Aural Rehabilitation
CREDIT HOURS: Theory –2, Clinical – 1
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Orientation to the clinical management of communiocation
problems associated with hearing impairment. Emphasizes determination of
appropriate remediation through language and speech therapy, auditory
training, speech reading and counseling.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 475
COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Hearing Aids
CREDIT HOURS: Theory-1, Clinical -2
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Study of the function and maintenance and fitting of
hearing aids. Description of types commercially available and their
conntribution to the rehabilitative process. Emphasis on components,
characteristics, evaluation and selection of hearinng aids. Also, the course
develops the skills to handle patient clinically
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 479
COURSE TITLE: Linguistics – II -
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 1, Practical - 1
PREREQUISITE (S): RHS 261
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course deals with the methods for examining language
processing and breakdown. Lectures cover the general properties of language
and specific structure of english.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 483
COURSE TITLE: Management of Speech & Hearing Therapy
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 1, Practical – 1
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Study of the introprofessional, interprofessional,
economic, legal and ethical aspects of program planning and adminstration
and also, delivery of speech, language and hearing services in a
multiplicity of setting; study of the relationship between speech & hearing
services and educational health, social and industrial programs; study of
the relationships between speech & hearing pathologists and members of
allied professionals; discussion of the importance of an cillary staff,
report writing and record keeping in the delivery of speech, language and
hearing services. An overview of Saudi Arabian school system.
COURSE NUMBER: RHS 499
COURSE TITLE: Orientation to Research Methodology
CREDIT HOURS: Theory- 3, Practical - 2
PREREQUISITE (S): None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: An overview of experimental designs used to conduct
research in speech, language and hearing. Emphasis on research proposal
preparation in communicative disorders.
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