PT 655 - Research 3 - Clinical Research Design

(2 credits)

This course will continue the study of research principles and clinical application of scholarly inquiry as they apply to evidence-based physical therapy practice. Using lecture, class discussion, and practical exercises, it will introduce the student to sample selection, fundamentals of measurement, reliability and validity designs, measurement tools, and data analysis. Critical analysis of published literature continues. Data collection techniques will also be discussed. Students will begin the review of literature and complete the development of a clinical research question. With faculty mentorship to develop the research methodology, and after IRB approval, students may begin to explore the research question developed. The course will conclude with students completing a research proposal. Fall.