This module introduces existing assistive technologies and then moves on to explore how robotics can help in various rehabilitation therapies. Students will become sensitive to the needs of people with a wide range of functional impairments and will understand the trade-offs and selection criteria to choose appropriate assistive technologies, which fulfil the needs of individuals with different and complex disabilities, such as spinal cord injuries, motor neuron disease and stroke. The module will cover the underlying theory, technology and operating paradigms of key assistive technologies and state-of-the-art robotic rehabilitation systems.

This module is intended to deepen knowledge and understanding of the role that robotics plays in assistive technologies and rehabilitation paradigms. Consequently, on completion of the module the successful student will be able to:

Describe typical functional impairments and select appropriate assistive technologies to compensate for them
	Describe the theory, technology and operating paradigms of mainstream assistive technologies
	Appreciate the different roles played by end users, service providers, insurance companies, the health service and care givers in the context of assistive technology
	Describe the underlying principles of robotics in rehabilitation therapies
	Give examples of different rehabilitation robots, their concepts and operating principles

This is the dissertation module for MSc Developmental and Education Psychology.

Dissertation on Developmental and Educational Psychology (PHDE0021)

The aim of this module is to provide students with clinical and laboratory experience in conservative dentistry. Students will gain insight and appreciation of...

Clinical and Laboratory Treatment (Conservative Dentistry) (DENT0038)

The aim of this module is to provide students with clinical and laboratory experience in conservative dentistry. Students will gain insight and appreciation of the role of both the clinician and dental technician in ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

The student will be exposed to a range of patients with varying prosthodontic treatment needs within the clinical setting of the Eastman Dental Hospital, under supervision. They will gain experience in fabricating intra-oral prosthesis, with assistance from experienced dental technicians.