DPTH.6160 Research Methods (formerly 34.616)

Id: 004699 Credits: 3-3

Description

This course presents the role of research in the development and critical analysis of physical therapy clinical practice. Students are guided through the process of clinical scientific research including the following content areas: philosophy of science and causation, problem and hypothesis identification, review and analysis of scientific literature, methods of hypothesis testing, data analysis and interpretation and critique/ evaluation of research results.

Prerequisites

Pre-Req: Physical Therapy Graduate Students only.

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