MPO 6440 Adv P & O Technologies
ADVANCED PROSTHETICS AND ORTHOTICS TECHNOLOGIES (3). This course exposes the student to the latest in advanced technologies seen in modern clinical practice. Specific topics include; Computer aided design and manufacture of prosthetic/orthotic devices, microprocessor (MP) controlled P&O systems (MP knee/feet, MP knee orthoses, exo-skeletons, direct neural control of prostheses, etc.), advanced prosthetic suspension systems, and osteo- integrated prostheses. Students will also discuss how these technologies are changing clinical care and the ethical use of these technologies.