Pulmonary Physiology

PHYSCI X 410

This course explores pulmonary physiology at the molecular, cellular, and system level to understand the respiratory system of the human body.

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What you can learn.

Evaluate the anatomy of the respiratory system and the mechanics of breathing
Understand the modulatory compensation in response to exercise, high altitude, diving, and sleep apnea
Weigh the current treatments to understand the disorders of the respiratory system

About this course:

The respiratory system is a complex network of organs and tissues that controls essential functions of the human body. This course examines pulmonary physiology at the molecular, cellular, and system level to elucidate how the human lungs function to facilitate gas exchange related to metabolism. Topics include anatomy of the respiratory system; mechanics of breathing; gas exchange and delivery to and from cells; regulation of homeostasis; neural control of breathing; and modulatory compensation in response to stressful situations, such as exercise, high altitude, diving, and sleep apnea. Course instruction overviews common pathologies, chronic diseases, and current treatments to understand the disorders of the respiratory system.

Prerequisites

One year college-level biology.

Summer 2025 Schedule

June 23 - September 7

This section has no set meeting times.

Future Offering (Opens April 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM)

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Instructor: Joseph Esdin

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Fee:

$900.00

Online

Future Offering (Opens April 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM)

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Notes

Midterm and final exams are proctored online; additional requirements include microphone, headphones/ speakers, and webcam.

Enrollment limited to 25 students. Enrollment deadline: June 29, 2025. Internet access required. Materials required.

Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.

Refund Deadline

Refunds only available from April 28, 2025 to July 06, 2025

Course Requirements

Book: Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology: Essentials of Respiratory Care

ISBN 9781337794909