After completing the programme a Bachelor of Clinical Biomechanics should be able to:
Knowledge
(a) The scope of knowledge
- Specify and analyse the structure of the body
- Demonstrate knowledge of health promotion, disease prevention and rehabilitation
- Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of normal musculoskeletal functioning
(b) Understanding and reflection
- Specify and analyse the functioning of the body
- Analyse the genetic, molecular, cellular and physiological processes which regulate and maintain the body's normal functions
- Analyse the biological variations and processes which characterize life cycles and gender
- Analyse what the external factors are that can affect the human body and the body’s responses to these
- Analyse human behaviour and reaction patterns stemming from biological, psychological, social, cultural and ethnic factors
- Analyse altered structure and function of the body and its main organ systems by various diseases and conditions
- Demonstrate scientific curiosity and a critical reflectivity to knowledge and assumptions
Skills
(a) Type of skills
- Demonstrate clinical skills by recording of the medical history, a physical examination and the formulation of a recovery plan
- Demonstrate the basic psychomotor skills necessary for exercising the chiropractic profession
- Perform a thorough examination of the spine
- Perform basic manual/chiropractic treatment
(b) Assessment and decision
- Interpret scientific literature, ask questions and make conclusions based on findings
- Demonstrate basic diagnostic skills in relation to disorders of the spine
- Apply scientific method to analyse, interpret and evaluate the methods and principles forming the basis of diagnosis, treatment and interventions
(c) Dissemination
- Use medical information technology to research and disseminate the knowledge
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate appropriately with colleagues, patients and relatives
Competencies
(a) The Treatment Room
- Identify and analyse ethical issues
(b) Cooperation and responsibility
- Demonstrate appropriate behaviour in dealing with patients and when collaborating with colleagues and other groups of staff
(c) Learning
- Demonstrate the ability to self-formulate learning objectives and further development of competencies