PHYSIOLOGY (PHS)

PHS 550    Medical Physiology    8 cr   

This course includes lectures and laboratories which introduce the student to the basic functions of the heart, circulation, lung, and kidney, as well as the endocrine, nervous, and gastrointestinal systems. Fundamental mechanisms are stressed with the intent of providing the student with the basic knowledge of organ function necessary for the understanding and treatment of disease. The overall integrated response of the body to various stresses is discussed in detail.   

PHS 557    Directed Studies    1-6 cr   

Students participate in research under the direction of a graduate faculty member. The student may pursue independent research or participate in a literature project.    

PHS 590     Special Topics     1-3 cr   

Each course provides in-depth tutorial exposure to specific areas in the discipline. Student and/or faculty presentations followed by group discussions (usually in the Socratic mode), examine the subject matter in an area of current interest either to one student or to a group of students. Credits and titles are arranged with an individual faculty member.   

PHS 651    Advanced Cardiovascular Physiology    5 cr   

This is an advanced course covering cardiac function and metabolism, peripheral circulation, and microcirculation. The objective is to provide the student with a thorough understanding of cardiovascular physiology at both the organ and cellular level. Prerequisite: Medical Physiology (PHS 550).   

PHS 654    Transport Across Physiological Barriers     2 cr   

This course is designed to present a detailed analysis of physiological membranes and the physical principles governing the movement of solute and water across these barriers. Prerequisite: Medical Physiology (PHS 550).   

PHS 656    Research Seminar     1 cr   

Students and faculty present a research topic for discussion before members of the department. The presentations are usually scheduled on a rotational basis. The student may present research data for critique by the faculty.   

PHS 799     Research/Dissertation     1-6 cr   

Independent research by the student under the sponsorship of the graduate faculty in individual departments in the Basic Medical Sciences. Prerequisite: Approved formal research proposal.

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