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Table 2. Mapping graduate curriculum to Graduate Level Expectations (GDLEs) -PhD (RHBS) program

DLE Program Learning Outcome(s)

Course Code(s) Course Learning Outcome Course Assessment Transferable skills

Depth and breadth of knowledge

Students will demonstrate knowledge of the breadth of the field of Rehabilitation Science and within their discipline.

RHBS 904 Rehabilitation Science

Objective 1: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to demonstrate advanced knowledge of the breadth and depth of the field of Rehabilitation Science

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Student presentation; Discussion paper; Paper for media release; Class participation

Ongoing development of indepth knowledge and critical understanding of their substantive area of inquiry Develop and defend arguments Identify and evaluate information Identify and evaluate resources Critically analyze and synthesize information Appreciate multiple points of view Organize a written argument Respond to critique, feedback and evaluation Develop verbal and written information suitable to different audiences (eg. Lay, clinician, researcher, policy-makers)

RHBS 903 Seminar Series and Doctoral Journal Club

Objective 1: On completion of this course students will demonstrate an understanding of the depth and breadth of research in rehabilitation science

Attendance (>90%) aand participation in discussions at Doctoral Journal Club; Delivery of two doctoral journal club sessions

RHBS 820 (1.0) Philosophy of Research

Objectives 1 & 2: At the end of this course, students will be able to: 1. Compare and contrast the implications of the major

worldviews and systems of logic that inform the research process

2. Articulate the role of theory in the research process

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Presentation; Final paper

Comprehensive Examination

NA Successful completion of Area I (General Rehabilitation Science)

RHBS 999 Thesis

NA Successful completion and

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defence of doctoral dissertation

RHBS 810 (1.0) Fundamentals of Disability

1. Upon completion of the course, students will demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the following: 1.1 Various conceptualizations, models and

evaluations of disablement and social participation

1.2 Disability demographics, in particular for the Canadian context

1.3 Health and wellness in the context of disability 1.4 The history of disability and the disability

movement in the context of society 1.5 An overview of current international perspectives

on disability 1.6 The relationships between people with disabilities

and their environments, service delivery models and communities

1.7 An understanding of some of the current controversial issues in the area of disability

2. Students will broaden their understanding of the lived experience of disability

3. Students will have an opportunity to research, argue, present and discuss the various perspectives on selected controversial issues in the area of disabililty

RHBS 811 (1.0) Advanced Disability Studies

By the end of this course, students will: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of Canadian disability policy and law 2. Demonstrate an understanding of domestic and international human rights protections for people with disabilities

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Presentation; Written paper

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3. Be capable of conducting policy analysis with respect to disability issues 4. Consider methodological and ethical issues in research people with disabilities 5. Be conversant with special issues affecting people with disability in Canada 6. Be able to critique models of service to people with disabilities 7. Orally communicate the current state of affairs in an area of disability policy

RHBS 840 Motor Performance in Rehabilitation

Objective 1: To demonstrate understanding of concepts and terms relating to motor control, motor learning and motor performance Objective 2: To critically appraise measurements and quantitative research designs used in motor performance in rehabilitation research Objective 3: To demonstrate a working knowledge of selected health conditions and forms of disability that alter motor performance

Passing Grade (B or greater) Components: Student Presentation; Written critique of abstract; Participation; Assignment


NA Successful completion of Area 3 in comprehensive examination

Students will demonstrate a sound understanding of the scope, perspectives, concepts, current issues


Objective 2: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to critically evaluate qualitative and quantitative research in the field of rehabilitation science, including studies of physical, cognitive and affective functioning

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Student presentation; Discussion paper; Paper for media release;

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and research methods in rehabilitation science and will apply this knowledge to critically appraise basic and clinical research relevant to a specific problem in rehabilitation science.

Class participation

RHBS 933 Research Methods

Objectives 1-5: At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define the research process and its components

2. Describe essential research principles 3. Describe the various approaches to research in

rehabilitation and their strengths and limitations 4. Identify the steps in preparing a research proposal

5. Develop a research proposal in an area of their choice

Passing grade (B or greater) Components Fall 2013: Rationale, research question; Literature map, annotated bibliography, search strategy; Presentation – methodology; Presentation – research proposals; Ethics – completion of CHRPP; Written research proposal

RHBS 903 Seminar Series and Doctoral Journal Club

Objective 2: On completion of this course students will demonstrate an understanding of how both qualitative and quantitative research methods contribute to knowledge in rehabilitation sciences

Attendance (>90%) at RHBS 903 seminar series; Seminar presentation on their research project (20 min)

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NA Successful defense of doctoral thesis

RHBS 999 Doctoral Thesis

2. NA

Successful defense of doctoral thesis

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RHBS 941 Instrumentation and Electromyography

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: 1. Describe different transducer types and calibrate a

transducer for the measurement of biomedical signals 2. Describe amplifiers and practical considerations when

choosing amplifiers and amplification levels 3. Understand the theory around signal acquisition using

analog to digital conversion. Apply this knowledge when deciding on data acquisition parameters

4. Apply basic signal processing techniques such as filtering, describing signal amplitude and frequency characteristics, and ensemble averaging

5. Apply appropriate safety measures when recording data using biomedical instrumentation

6. Plan data collection protocols for their own research (thesis), process their own data, and present their data in a useful format

7. Critically appraise manuscripts in the field of biomechanics 8. Develop a sound methodological approach for the study of

some aspect of human movement 9. Present a small pilot study in written and oral form

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Four assignments; Article critique; Final project; Class participation

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RHBS 842 Exercise Rehabilitation Metabolic

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply the principles of exercise rehabilitation to specific

chronic metabolic diseases 2. Through critical analysis of the literature, understand

how an exercise program can be used as both a proactive preventative strategy as well as a treatment strategy

3. Be aware of the limitation of a chronic metabolic disease from the patient’s perspective and adapt an exercise rehabilitation program accordingly

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Two written assignments; Oral presentation

RHBS 843 Exercise Rehabilitation Multifactor

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply the principles of exercise rehabilitation to specific

chronic multi-component diseases a) 2. Through critical analysis of the literature,

understand how an exercise program can be used as both a proactive, preventative strategy as well as a treatment strategy

3. Be aware of the limitation of a chronic multi-factor disease from the patient’s perspective and adapt an exercise rehabilitation program accordingly

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Two written assignments; Oral presentation

RHBS 815 (1.0) Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR)

Upon completion of this course students will be able to: 1. Describe basic concepts and principles of CBR and

explain the relevance of disability models for its historical development

2. Apply the CBR Matrix in analysis and development of CBR activities

3. Critically examine current CBR initiatives, and evaluation and research literature on CBR

4. Use a gender sensitive, results and human rights based approaches to development and implementation of CBR

5. Prepare a convincing rationale for a CBR initiative based on the CBR matrix and human rights based approach Advocate for inclusion of disability into post-2015 development agenda

6. Advocate for inclusion of disability into post-2015

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Review of CBR project (briefing note, podcast or video); Presentation of CBR project; Paper on selected topic; Class participation

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RHBS 825 (1.0) Regression analysis

Objectives 1 – 4: After completing the course, the students will: 1. Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of the core

statistical approaches used for regression analysis 2. Select and apply appropriate regression analysis

approaches for various types of research questions 3. Perform various types of regression analysis including

analysis of covariance, linear regression, non-linear regression, multivariate regression, and binomial logistic regression using SPSS

4. Interpret the outcome of the regression analysis to draw appropriate conclusions

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Computational assignments; Presentation

RHBS 826 (1.0) Validation and Reliability Testing

Objectives 1-4: After completing the course, the students will: 1. Demonstrate fundamental knowledge about types or

validation testing including construct and concurrent validity

2. Understand the limitations of different approaches in validating a measure

3. Select and apply appropriate analysis approaches for various types of research questions around validation and reliability including: correlation, coefficients of variation, intraclass correlation coefficients, Bland-Altman Analysis, and Generalizability Theory.

4. Interpret the outcome of the analysis techniques discussed to draw appropriate conclusions

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Computational assignments; Presentation


NA Successful completion of the

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research specific area and grant proposal

Research and scholarship

Students will develop a mastery of how qualitative and quantitative techniques of inquiry are used to create knowledge in the field of rehabilitation science.


Objective 3: At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to describe the various approaches to research in rehabilitation and their strengths and limitations.

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Rationale, research question; Literature map, annotated bibliography, search strategy; Presentation – methodology; Presentation – research proposals; Ethics – completion of CORE; Written research proposal

Work as part of a team Enact privacy and confidentiality rules Communicate with interdisciplinary peers Deliver verbal and written information suitable to different audiences (e.g. lay, clinician, researcher, policy-makers) Evaluate resources Evaluate information Critically analyze and synthesize information Develop and defend arguments Responding to critique, feedback and evaluation

Evaluate and critical analysis of scholarly and scientific literature

Independent and creative thinking

Peer evaluation Scholarly productivity

RHBS 903 Seminar Series

Objective 2: On completion of this course students will demonstrate an understanding of how both qualitative and quantitative research methods contribute to knowledge in

Attendance (>90%) at RHBS 903 seminar series; Seminar presentation on their research project (20 min). Doctoral Journal Club presentations and participation

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Students will be highly capable of critical evaluation of both qualitative and quantitative research in the field of rehabilitation science


Objective 4: demonstrate ability to apply knowledge to critically appraise (ask relevant questions) and to present scientific argument related to work presented in the seminars.


RHBS 932 Qualitative Research Methods in the Health Sciences

By the completion of this course the student will: 1. Examine the historical and philosophical origins of

qualitative research 2. Compare and contrast the assumptions underlying various

traditions and approaches within qualitative research and the implications of these for research design and implementation

3. Identify and evaluate critical decisions in qualitative health research

4. Critically evaluate key issues in qualitative health research 5. Develop skills to undertake, interpret, present and

evaluate qualitative research

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Assignment: Developing and conducting qualitative research;Evaluating a qualitative research study; Take home exam

RHBS 999 (Thesis) and mentoring by thesis supervisor and advisory committee

NA Successful defense of thesis with emphasis on critical review of related literature


Objective 5: Develop a research proposal in an area of their choice

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Rationale, research question; Literature map,

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annotated bibliography, search strategy; Presentation – methodology; Presentation – research proposals; Ethics – completion of CHRPP; Written research proposal

Students will be able to formulate and defend arguments based on critical appraisal of research evidence in the rehabilitation science literature.


Objective 4: On completion of this course students will demonstrate ability to apply knowledge to critically appraise (ask relevant questions) and to present scientific argument related to work presented in the seminars


RHBS 999 Thesis and mentoring by supervisor and advisory committee

NA Successful defence of thesis with focus on defense of methodology

RHBS 999 Thesis and mentoring by supervisor and advisory committee

NA Successful defence of thesis

Students will conceptualize, design and implement research for the generation


Objective 4: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to debate ethical issues in rehabilitation service delivery and research

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Student presentation;

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of new knowledge or in the translation of knowledge in the field of rehabilitation

Discussion paper; Paper for media release; Class participation

Students will demonstrate ethical behaviour consistent with academic integrity and the use of appropriate guidelines and procedures for the responsible conduct of research

SGS 904 NA Completion of the TCPS 2 Tutorial

RHBS 999 Thesis NA Successful application to appropriate research ethics board for MSc thesis work


Objective 5: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to demonstrate indepth understanding of the importance of knowledge translation activities In rehabilitation science and understand the facilitators and barriers of this process

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Student presentation; Discussion paper; Paper for media release; Class participation

Level of application of knowledge

Students will have an understanding of the importance of knowledge translation

RHBS 822 (1.0) Knowledge Translation

By the end of the Knowledge Translation in Rehabilitation Science module, students will be able to: 1. identify and describe key terms, definitions,

frameworks, theories, and approaches to KT 2. discuss issues related to KT in rehabilitation sciences

3. develop a KT plan

Passing Grade (B or greater) Components: Formative: Lay summary & policy brief; Critique

Enact privacy and confidentiality rules Communicate with interdisciplinary peers Deliver verbal and written information suitable to different audiences (e.g. lay, clinician, researcher, policy-makers)

Enact sound methodologies for the transfer of knowledge

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activities, and will be able to identify key stakeholder groups who should have access to knowledge generated through their research.

peer’s lay summary and policy brief; Select from assigned KT interventions and report on evidence of efficacy; Critique peer’s Knowledge Translation and Exchange plan. Summative: Develop a 1-page Knowledge Translation and Exchange plan


4. Objective 5: Develop a research proposal in an area of their choice

Passing grade (B or greater) Components Fall 2013: Rationale, research question; Literature map, annotated bibliography, search strategy; Presentation – methodology; Presentation – research proposals; Ethics – completion of CHRPP;

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Written research proposal

Students will be required to make informed judgements of different methodologies used in their specific project in the area of rehabilitation science through critical appraisal of the literature.

RHBS 999 Thesis and Supervisory/ Advisory Committee meetings

NA Justification of methodology to Advisory Committee and successful defense of MSc thesis


Objective 3: On completion of this course students will demonstrate knowledge of the broader implications of knowledge generated in rehabilitation science and related fields


Students will appreciate the broader implications of knowledge generated in rehabilitation science and related

RHBS 999 NA Successful defence of thesis with focus on discussion of findings


Objective 6: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to summarize the literature and disseminate research results for academic and non-academic audiences

Passing grade (B or greater) Components:

Student presentation; Discussion paper; Paper for media release; Class participation

Students will develop skill in


Objective 4: On completion of this course students will demonstrate ability to apply knowledge to critically appraise

Attendance (>90%) at RHBS 903 seminar

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the synopsizing of the literature and in the dissemination of research results for academic and non- academic audiences.

(ask relevant questions) and to present scientific argument related to work presented in the seminars

series; Seminar presentation on their research project (20 min)

RHBS 999 Thesis NA Successful completion and defense of MSc thesis

SGS 804 NA Completion of the TCPS 2 Tutorial

Professional capacity/ autonomy

Students will demonstrate a knowledge of and adherence to ethical standards for conducting human research according to the Tri- Council guidelines


Objective 9: On completion of this course students will demonstrate adherence to ethical standards


Develop and execute short and long term plans Priority setting Set realistic timelines Organize and sequence tasks Work as part of a team Supervision of others Enact privacy and confidentiality rules Communicate with interdisciplinary peers Deliver verbal and written information suitable to different audiences (e.g. lay, clinician, researcher, policy-makers) Critically analyze and synthesize information Offer others constructive critique/peer evaluation Respond to critique, feedback and evaluation Leadership skills to translate knowledge to health care systems and services

RHBS 820 (1.0) Philosophy of Research

Objective 3: At the end of this course, students will be able to critically examine issues related to the ethical and responsible conduct of research

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Presentation; Final paper

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RHBS 999 Thesis and Mentoring by supervisor

NA Successful submission to appropriate research ethics board and completion of MSc thesis

RHBS 999 and Mentoring by supervisor

NA Successful progression through to completion of MSc thesis

Students will demonstrate an ability to work independently in terms of collecting research data.


Objective 7: On completion of this course students will demonstrate skills in critical thinking related to research in rehabilitation science


Students will develop skills in independent, critical thinking related to their research work.

RHBS 999 Thesis and Mentoring by supervisor and Advisory Committee

NA Evidence of critical thinking in discussions/ presentations to supervisor and Advisory Committee, and successful completion of MSc thesis

Mentoring by supervisor

NA No identified breaches of ethical

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compliance or laboratory policies and procedures over the course of their MSc program

Students will demonstrate ethical and professional behaviour and integrity while representing the School of Rehabilitation Therapy as a researcher and as a student


Objective 8: On completion of this course students will demonstrate professional behaviour in presentation of their of their research

Presentation of their research findings in RHBS 903 seminar


Objective 5: On completion of this course students will demonstrate ability to orally present their research proposal/research findings to faculty and peers

Seminar Presentation of their research project RHBS 903

Level of communication skills

Students will demonstrate solid ability to orally communicate their research findings to their peers and to experts in the area of rehabilitation science.

RHBS 999 Thesis NA Successful completion and defence of PhDThesis

Communicate with interdisciplinary peers Deliver verbal and written information

suitable to different audiences (e.g. lay, clinician, researcher, policy-makers) Able to define and defend position


Objective 6: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to summarize the literature and disseminate research results for academic and non-academic audiences.

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Student presentation; Discussion paper; Paper for media

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release; Class participation

Students will develop skills in written dissemination of research findings for peer review.

RHBS 999 Thesis NA


Objective 5: At the conclusion of this course students will be able to develop a research proposal in an area of their choice.

Passing grade (B or greater) Components Fall 2013: Rationale, research question; Literature map, annotated bibliography, search strategy; Presentation – methodology; Presentation – research proposals; Ethics – completion of CHRPP; Written research proposal

Awareness of limits of knowledge

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the limits of their research methods within the context of the

RHBS 999 Thesis NA Successful completion and defence of PhD Thesis Publication in a peer-reviewed journal

Develop self-awareness of personal abilities and strengths as well as limitations Develop life-long learning style Respond to critique, feedback and evaluation

RHBS 903 – Seminar Series

Objective 3: On completion of this course students will demonstrate knowledge of the broader implications of

Attendance (>90%) at RHBS 903 seminar

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current literature.

knowledge generated in rehabilitation science and related fields

Appreciation of the broader implications and context of research in Rehabilitation Science

Students will appreciate the broader implications of knowledge generated in the rehabilitation science and related fields


Objective 7: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to integrate knowledge generated in the rehabilitation science field more broadly, such as within the health sciences community and society general.

Passing grade (B or greater) Components: Student presentations; Discussion paper; Paper for media release; Class participation

Communicate with interdisciplinary peers Leadership skills to translate knowledge related to rehabilitation

sciences to health care systems and services

RHBS 999 Thesis NA Pass of PhD thesis with particular focus on introduction and discussion sections that reflect an integration of the knowledge created within a broader context.

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