Course Schedule and Catalog

Long Title: MECHANICS AND KINEMATICS OF RESPIRATORY MUSCLE IN OBESITY

Department: *Mech Eng & Materials Science*

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Description: The course is designed to understand unique aspects of remodeling the respiratory system mechanics in obesity. Focus will be on remodeling of diaphragm muscle and chest wall as a consequence of obesity. In particular, alteration in the kinematics and mechanics of the diaphragm in obese subjects will be evaluated.