Computational Physiology

COSC 6392 Computational Physiology
Spring 2010

Overview

The course aims to introduce students to the analysis and modeling of physiological systems and the measurement of physiological variables. Although, the content is rigorous, the pace is slow to give the opportunity to students to absorb the material and fill any knowledge gaps. Emphasis is given on project work and implementation of models using Matlab. The course is meant to bridge a disconnect that appears to exist between medicine and computation and inspire students to interdisciplinary research.

Syllabus

Cardiac Rhythmicity

The Circulatory System

Respiration

Muscles

Prerequisits

Graduate standing

Workload

1 Project - 70%
2 Homeworks x 10% each - 20%
Class Participation - 10%

Readings

1. Mathematical Physiology II: Systems Physiology (REQUIRED)
   Keener, J., Sneyd, J., Vol. 8/2, 2009, ISBN 978-0-387-79387-0, Hardcover  /li>
2. Seeley's Principles of Anatomy & Physiology (RECOMMENDED)
   By Philip Tate. Date January 24, 2008.
   Format Hardback. ISBN 0077226488 / 9780077226480. 

Lectures

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:30pm - 4:00pm, at 232 PGH

Instructor

TA