In this 16-week course, the physical therapist assistant (PTA) student discovers human movement through the anatomy and joint biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system. A thorough understanding of anatomical positions, terminology, planes of motion, tissues and muscles of trunk and extremities are covered. Foundation concepts of muscle/joint functions, biomechanics, levers, kinematics, open and closed chain motions, arthrokinematics, and standard joint motion are introduced and will aid in further concept development in PTAS 201 and PTAS 220. Practical applications include goniometry, muscle testing, passive range of motion and palpation of bony landmarks and soft tissues.