2009 Course Handbook
CHIR103: Chiropractic Principles and Skills 1A
(V2 session dates: 4 January-25 January 2010)
This unit offers an introduction to the philosophy, art and science of chiropractic. History and founding principles are discussed. The concepts and role of philosophy and critical thinking are presented. Chiropractic terminology is introduced while a basic level of psychomotor skills are developed through motion palpation, muscle assessment and soft tissue techniques. Fundamental biomechanics are taught which support chiropractic techniques.
| Credit Points: | 2 |
| Contact Hours: | 5 |
| When Offered: |
D1 - Day; Offered in the first half-year
V2 - Vacation study - second semester |
| Staff Contact: | Mr Curtis Rigney |
| Prerequisites: | Admission to BChiroSc or admission to PGQual;Chiro |
| Corequisites: | |
| NCCWs: | CHIR101 |
| Unit Designations: | -- |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: |
Department of Chiropractic |
Timetable Information
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