EXSC 5510 - Advanced Exercise Physiology: Clinical Applications (with Lab)

This course expands upon the concepts learned in EXSC 3510, and applies them to clinical populations.

Students will gain an understanding of the physiological mechanisms that underlie many of the chronic diseases that contribute to the leading causes of mortality in the US, how testing is performed for markers of many conditions, and how exercise is essential to their prevention and treatment.

NOTE: In addition to the listed prerequisites (eligibility), it is recommended that students take EXSC 3510 before taking this course.

Taught: Alternate years, Spring term

Prerequisite: BIOL 1510 and BIOL 1520, with grades of C- or higher

Note: Students must concurrently register for a lecture and a corresponding 0-credit lab section of this course.

Credits: 4