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PHY 451 Physiology I
Comprehensive physiology course dealing with all major or an systems except the CNS. Concept formation and problem solving are stressed. Lectures are supplemented by small group discussions and laboratory exercises. Students are expected to discuss assigned study
questions in group discussions. Laboratory exercises are divided between conventional experiments and computer simulations of physiological systems. FA [4-2-5] [64 hours]
PHY 452 Physiology II
Continuation of PHY 451. Prerequisite: PHY 451. WI [5-2-5] [58 hours]
PHY 502 Introductory Membrane Biophysics
Study of fundamental processes involved in movement of ions across membranes, excitability in nerve and muscle, equivalent circuit analysis, artificial membrane systems, structure of membranes, and active transport processes. [4-0-4]
PHY 503 Physiology of Striated Muscle
Topics: fundamentals of excitation-contraction coupling, mechanics of muscle, equivalent circuit analysis, muscle biochemistry, and developmental aspects of nerve and muscle. [4-0-4]
PHY 521 Mathematical Methods for Physiologists
Review of fundamentals of calculus in one dimension and generalization to several dimensions. Integration of basic functions, techniques of analytic and numerical integration, and Fourier series and transforms will be presented. Applications to Physiology are stressed and include quantitative analysis of ion-sensitive fluorescent dye experiments, mathematical descriptions of kinetic experiments, reaction rate theory, theory of diffusion, and image formation with microscopes. The equations of mechanics are taught toward explaining molecular dynamic modeling. [5]
PHY 524 Linear Differential Equations and Transform Methods
Study of first and higher order linear equation, linear algebra techniques, finite difference equations, Fourier series and transforms, Laplace transforms, and applications to solution of differential equations. [4-0-4]
PHY 528, 529 Programming-Numerical Method I, II
[3-0-3] [3-0-3]
PHY 551 Advanced Physiology I
A two course sequence with an emphasis upon normal body system regulation and integration. The importance of control through information between systems, as well as interdependency at all levels is stressed. May be taken out of sequence. Prerequisite: undergraduate anatomy and physiology or equivalent. [4]
PHY 552 Advanced Physiology II
A two course sequence with an emphasis upon normal body system regulation and integration. The importance of control through information between systems, as well as interdependency at all levels is stressed. May be taken out of sequence. Prerequisite: undergraduate anatomy and physiology or equivalent. [2]
PHY 590 Special Topics in Physiology
Advanced course dealing with selected topics in physiology. Particular subjects vary from year to year. [v]
PHY 598 Introduction to Research
A tutorial course designed to familiarize students with the literature and techniques applicable to modern physiological research. FA WI SP SU [v-v-v]
PHY 640 Applied Electrophysiology
An advanced laboratory course introducing students to the basic techniques of modern electrophysiology. Prerequisites: PHY 502, 503, 523. [3-6-6]
PHY 651 Advanced Topics in Muscle Physiology
Topics include equivalent circuit of skeletal muscle, problems in excitation-contraction coupling, and molecular events in the generation of mechanical force. Prerequisite: PHY 503. [3-0-3]
PHY 690 Research Topics in Physiology
With a member of the staff, the student participates in a laboratory-based experience in an area of current research. The level of participation depends on the student's background and will include examination of the literature, a review of the topics being investigated, and opportunities to participate in experimental work. In addition to work in the laboratories, independent experimental or bibliographic projects may be undertaken with the approval of a faculty member. A report is prepared describing the work attempted and accomplished. Prerequisite: PHY 452. SP SU [8 weeks]
PHY 699 Thesis Research
Post-candidacy research by arrangement. FA WI SP SU [v]
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