The Tamil Nadu Open University Certificate in Orthopaedic and Plaster Assistant course is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful orthopaedic and plaster assistant. This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system, the principles of orthopaedic and plaster casting, and the techniques used in the application of orthopaedic and plaster casts. The course also covers the principles of orthopaedic and plaster casting, the application of orthopaedic and plaster casts, and the management of orthopaedic and plaster cast patients.

The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful orthopaedic and plaster assistant. The course includes lectures, practical sessions, and clinical experience. The lectures cover topics such as anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system, principles of orthopaedic and plaster casting, and techniques used in the application of orthopaedic and plaster casts. The practical sessions involve the application of orthopaedic and plaster casts, and the management of orthopaedic and plaster cast patients. The clinical experience provides students with the opportunity to observe and participate in the care of orthopaedic and plaster cast patients.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful orthopaedic and plaster assistant. They will be able to apply the principles of orthopaedic and plaster casting, and the techniques used in the application of orthopaedic and plaster casts. They will also be able to manage orthopaedic and plaster cast patients, and provide quality care to their patients.

Course Duration	Total Fee	Study Mode	University Type
2 Years	Rs. 10,000/-	Distance Learning	State University

Semester	Syllabus
1st Semester	Introduction to Orthopaedics and Plaster Assistant, Anatomy and Physiology, First Aid and Emergency Care, Clinical Procedures and Techniques
2nd Semester	Orthopaedic Trauma, Orthopaedic Surgery, Plaster of Paris and Bandaging Techniques
3rd Semester	Orthopaedic Appliances, Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Clinical Practice and Management
4th Semester	Orthopaedic Nursing, Orthopaedic Diagnosis and Treatment, Orthopaedic Radiology and Imaging
5th Semester	Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Orthopaedic Pathology, Orthopaedic Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
6th Semester	Orthopaedic Prosthetics and Orthotics, Orthopaedic Biomaterials, Clinical Practice and Management

1. Anatomy and Physiology of Musculoskeletal System
2. Orthopaedic and Plaster Techniques
3. Principles of Fracture Management
4. Principles of Trauma Management
5. Principles of Joint Replacement Surgery
6. Principles of Arthroscopy
7. Principles of Orthopaedic Nursing
8. Principles of Rehabilitation
9. Principles of Orthopaedic Diagnosis
10. Principles of Orthopaedic Surgery
11. Principles of Orthopaedic Imaging
12. Principles of Orthopaedic Biomechanics
13. Principles of Orthopaedic Pathology
14. Principles of Orthopaedic Trauma
15. Principles of Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
16. Principles of Orthopaedic Physiotherapy
17. Principles of Orthopaedic Prosthetics and Orthotics
18. Principles of Orthopaedic Biomaterials
19. Principles of Orthopaedic Biomechanics
20. Principles of Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
21. Principles of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
22. Principles of Orthopaedic Oncology
23. Principles of Orthopaedic Infectious Diseases
24. Principles of Orthopaedic Imaging
25. Principles of Orthopaedic Radiology
26. Principles of Orthopaedic Anaesthesia
27. Principles of Orthopaedic Pharmacology
28. Principles of Orthopaedic Biomechanics
29. Principles of Orthopaedic Surgery
30. Principles of Orthopaedic Rehabilitation