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Course
Pro-forma
Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering (Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Code
KUEP2137
Title
Basic Prosthetic and Orthotic
Pre-requisite
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)
120 hours
Credit
3
Learning Outcomes
1.
Apply biomechanic principles in dealing with transtibial
prosthetic, transfemoral prosthetic, and orthotic.
2.
Compare types of socket and the design.
3.
Explain the design and biomechanic consideration for
wheelchair.
4.
Describe the concept of Functional Electrical Stimulation
including its stimulation parameters.
Synopsis
The principles of biomechanics for the use of transtibial and
transfemoral prosthetics and orthotics. Types of socket and its
design. Design and biomechanics consideration for wheelchair.
Functional Electrical Stimulation.
Assessment
40 % Continuous Assessments
60 % Final Examination
References
Prosthetics and Orthotics Practice. Edited by George Murdoch;
Edward Arnold (Publishers)Ltd. London
Soft Skills
Communication Skills (CS1, CS2, CS3)
Critical thinking and problem solving skills (CT1, CT2, CT3)
Team work skills (TS1, TS2)
Life-long learning and information management (LL1, LL2)
Leadership skills (LS1, LS2)