307083 (v.1) OT 602 Human Life Science

Area:

School of Occupational Therapy

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

8.0

Lecture:

2 x 2 Hours Weekly

Laboratory:

2 x 2 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Theories and principles of lifespan development from birth to death including gerontology. Stages and transitions throughout the life-cycle in sensory-motor, cognitive, emotional and social development. Application of developmental theories to the understanding of how skill acquisition enables engagement in occupational roles. Evaluation of development in the context of performance-environment-task.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have - Described and evaluated the major theoretical approaches to lifespan development. Described the major stages of human development through the lifespan in relation to the development of occupational roles. Investigated occupational performance in typically developing individuals and compared with the literature on development. Critically analysed the home environments of elderly people. Critically examined the sociocultural influences on occupational therapy service provision to older adults.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Bonder B. and Wagner M., (2001), Functional Performance in Older Adults, 2nd ed., Philadelphia, F.A. Davis Company. Craig G.J., (1996), Human Development, 7th ed., New Jersey, Prentice Hall. Gilfoyle E.M., Grady A.P. and Moore J.C., (1990), Children Adapt, 2nd ed., Thorofare, Slack Incorporated. Johnson J. and Slater R., (1993), Ageing and Later Life, London, Sage. Minichiello V., Alexander L. and Jones D., (1992), Gerontology - A Multidisciplinary Approach, Sydney, Prentice Hall. Peterson C., (1996), Looking Forward Through the Lifespan, 3rd ed., Sydney, Blackwell Science Proprietry Limited. Norman I. and Redfern S., (eds.), (1997), Mental Health Care for Elderly People, New York, Churchill Livingstone.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignment 1 25%, Assignment 2 35%, Examination 40%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y