Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2013

     

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MECH 580 001 (CRN: 28423)

RESPIRATORY MECH IN OBESITY

Long Title: MECHANICS AND KINEMATICS OF RESPIRATORY MUSCLE IN OBESITY
Department: *Mech Eng & Materials Science*
Instructor: Boriek, Aladin
Meeting: 3:00PM - 4:29PM MW (7-JAN-2013 - 19-APR-2013) 
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
 
Section Max Enrollment: 10
Section Enrolled: 0
Enrollment data as of: 15-MAY-2024 12:37AM
 
Additional Fees: None
 
Final Exam: Final Exam Unknown
 
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.