PTA 9 - Functional Anatomy + Kinesiology

    Recent Professors
    D'Arcy M. Hlavin
    Recent Semesters
    Summer 2026
    Class Size
    25 students
    Difficulty
    6.6Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    KINE 008.
    Summer 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course is a continuation of Introduction to Kinesiology and deals with the biomechanical principles of the cervical spine, thoracic spine, lumbar spine, upper extremities, and lower extremities of the body. The course includes the kinesiological functions of muscles and muscle groups. Clinical manifestations of muscle dysfunction are covered, as well as techniques for joint measurement. Assessment by manual muscle testing, ROM testing and activities of daily living are presented. Lecture Grading: Letter KINE 008. Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CalGETC: None
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu 8:15am–10:40am