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ORTHOTIC AND PROSTHETIC TECHNOLOGIES

Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology

Associate's DegreeCIP: 51.2307

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Where this program is offered

  • Okmulgee, Oklahoma

    1801 E 4th St, Okmulgee, Oklahoma, 74447-3901

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionSpeakingSocial PerceptivenessWritingActive LearningQuality Control AnalysisTroubleshootingOperations MonitoringService OrientationInstructingLearning Strategies

Knowledge

English LanguageCustomer and Personal ServiceDesignMedicine and DentistryProduction and ProcessingMechanicalTherapy and CounselingEducation and TrainingBiologyPsychology

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionProblem SensitivityNear VisionOral ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningVisualizationInformation OrderingWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionArm-Hand SteadinessFinger DexteritySpeech ClaritySpeech Recognition

Tasks

  • Drill and tap holes for rivets, and glue, weld, bolt, or rivet parts together to form prosthetic or
  • Read prescriptions or specifications to determine the type of product or device to be fabricated and
  • Make orthotic or prosthetic devices, using materials such as thermoplastic and thermosetting materia
  • Order parts or supplies for orthotic or prosthetic devices.
  • Fit, test, and evaluate devices on patients, and make adjustments for proper fit, function, and comf
  • Instruct patients in the use and care of orthoses and prostheses.
  • Maintain patients' records.
  • Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, an
  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.

Technology

Medical softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareElectronic mail softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareComputer based training softwareData base user interface and query softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareWord processing software

Tools

3D scanning systemsAcetylene torchesAir compressorsAlignment standsAllen wrenchesAnvilsArbor pressesBand sawsBead blastersBelt sandersBench lathesBench punchesBending brakesBuffing wheelsCast cutting sawsBending ironsCast cuttersCast spreadersCircular sawsClaw hammersComputer numerical controlled CNC milling machinesDeburring toolsDesktop computersDigital calipersDigital protractorsDigital video camerasDigitizers3D movement analysis systemsAgar slidesAutomated ESR analyzers

Work Values

RelationshipsSupportWorking ConditionsAchievementIndependenceRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Medical Appliance Technicians51-9082.00
  • Orthotists and Prosthetists29-2091.00
  • Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary25-1071.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Associate's Degree)

  • Device prescriptions and patient specifications — interpret independently to plan fabrication sequences and select appropriate materials for orthotic and prosthetic production.
  • Orthotic and prosthetic devices — fabricate routinely using thermoplastic, metal alloy, and leather materials with hand and power tools in a clinical workshop environment.
  • Fabric and structural materials — bend, form, and shape to match prescribed contours of device components with minimal oversight on standard patient cases.
  • Patient torso and limb casts — construct and prepare independently as accurate cutting and fabrication patterns for device manufacture.
  • Gluing, welding, bolting, and riveting techniques — apply with consistent accuracy to assemble multi-component prosthetic and orthotic devices in a production setting.
  • Existing prosthetic limbs, braces, and surgical supports — repair and modify according to updated prescriptions and patient feedback in a rehabilitation-focused lab.
  • Padding and covering materials including rubber, leather, and fiberglass — select and apply to finished device structures to meet patient comfort and functional requirements.
  • Biomechanical alignment and movement — test using meters and alignment fixtures on completed devices, interpreting results and making standard adjustments.
  • CAD software — use to reference or adapt existing device design files during routine fabrication and modification workflows.
  • Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills — apply to diagnose material or structural failures in devices and implement corrective actions within familiar case types.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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