Certificate in School of Applied Physiology

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1 Certificate in School of Applied Physiology The certificate program, as outlined below, satisfies the institutional requirement for 12 semester hours, with at least 9 being at the 3000 level or above. It requires that the contributing courses be passed with a C grade or better, and that degree requirements be met before the certificate is awarded. Program Overview and Requirements The School of Applied Physiology offers a multidisciplinary Certificate in Applied Physiology. It is designed for students particularly those majoring in the sciences or engineering who wish to broaden or supplement their educational experiences and career opportunities in areas related to human biology, medicine and health. The certificate program is based on courses in human anatomy & physiology and human movement sciences. A. General Requirements: 1. Complete a minimum of 12 credit hours as specified below. 2. Achieve a grade of C or better in all courses. 3. Complete all institutional requirements for the Bachelor s Degree. B. Required APPH Course (3 credit hrs): APPH Human Anatomy & Physiology (3-0-3) Prerequisite: BIOL 1510 or CHEM Study of human anatomy and fundamental physiological mechanisms with concentration on skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Crosslisted with BIOL C. Other APPH Courses -- Take two or more courses (at least 4 credit hrs): APPH 3300 Health Promotions (3-0-3) Prerequisite: HPS Through small group discussions and lectures, this class examines contemporary health issues facing college students and the theory and skills required to conduct health promotion activities. APPH Nutrition and Health (2-0-2) Prerequisite: HPS Study of human nutrition as an applied science. Nutrition physiology: metabolism, energy, production, biochemical aspect, role of nutrients, weight control mechanisms, and preventative nutrition in health management will be covered. APPH 4100 Exercise Physiology (2-3-3) Prerequisite: APPH/BIOL Physiology of human movement with emphasis on metabolic, cardiorespiratory, and musculoskeletal aspects; associated topics include body composition, thermoregulation, and ergogenic aids. 1

2 APPH 4200 Kinesiology (3-0-3) Prerequisite: BIOL 1510 or 1511 or 1520 or 3751 or APPH 3751; MATH 1113 or 1501 or 1511 or 1502 or Analysis of human movement from the broad perspectives of kinesiology, neural control, and human anatomy, to include the study of locomotion in both healthy and clinical populations, tasks and various movements of the upper extremities. APPH 4400 Human Neuroanatomy (3-0-3) The purpose of this course is to learn the anatomical makeup of the human nervous system. In this course we will close details of central and peripheral neuroanatomy with links to function where appropriate. As well, comparison with vertebrate neuroanatomy will be made. We will also regularly link clinical and research perspectives into lectures. APPH 4600 Muscle Structure & Plasticity (3-0-3) Prerequisite: BIOL To provide an in-depth understanding of the biological processes underlying skeletal muscle structure and function. APPH Special Topics. APPH Special Problems. D. Optional Courses May elect to fulfill requirement of 12 credit hrs: BIOL 3450 Cell Molecular Biology (3-0-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1510 or BIOL 1511 and CHEM An introduction to the structure and function of cells and their organelles with emphasis on eucaryotic cellular and molecular processes. BIOL 3451 Cell Molecular Biology Lab (1-0-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1510 or BIOL 1511 and CHEM An introduction to experimental methods of cell and molecular biology research that will cover some fundamental topics of cell biology. BIOL 4446 Animal Physiology I (3-0-3) Prerequisites: BIOL Systems physiology including nerves, muscles, kidney, digestion, circulation, endocrinology, reproduction, and respiration. BIOL 4464 Developmental Biology (3-0-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 2344 or 2345 and Investigations of cell differentiation and development using the tools of molecular genetics and cell biology. BMED 3100 Systems Physiology (3-0-3) Prerequisites: CHEM 1315 or CHEM An introduction to human physiology emphasizing biomedical engineering approaches to the understanding of basic organ function, disease states and medical intervention. ECE Biomedical Instrumentation (3-0-3) Prerequisites: ECE 3040 or ECE A study of medical instrumentation from a systems viewpoint. Pertinent physiological and electro-physiological concepts will be covered. Crosslisted with CHE, CHBE, BMED and ME

3 LCC 3318 Biomedicine and Culture (3-0-3) Prerequisites: ENGL Discusses the history of biology and medicine, popular representations of health, disease, and the medical establishment, and the cultural implications of medical imaging technologies. HS 4001 Introduction to Health Systems (3-0-3) Background of US healthcare; the workforce; mechanisms and costs of delivery; facilities; ambulatory care; regulation and quality; managed care; finance; and role of government. ME Biofluid Mechanics (3-0-3) Prerequisites: AE 2020 or ME 3340 or BMED Introduction to the study of blood flow in the cardiovascular system. Emphasis on modeling and the potential of flow studies for clinical research application. Crosslisted with AE, BMED & CHE ME Biosolid Mechanics (3-0-3) Prerequisites: ME 3201 or BMED The mechanics of living tissue, e.g., arteries, skin, heart, muscle, ligament, tendon, cartilage, and bone. Constitutive equations and some simple mechanical models. Mechanics of cells. Applications. Crosslisted with AE and CHE PSYC Abnormal Psychology (3-0-3) Prerequisite: PSYC This course surveys the spectrum of psychiatric disorders (symptoms, epidemiology, etiology, and treatment) and provides a perspective on adaptive functioning and psychological resilience. PSYC Biopsychology (3-0-3) Prerequisites: PSYC 1101, and BIOL Neurophysiological, endocrinological, and biochemical bases of sensory and motor functioning, motivation, learning, memory, and behavior dysfunction. PSYC Behavioral Pharmacology (3-0-3) Prerequisites: PSYC 1101, BIOL 1520, and CHEM An analysis of drug-behavior interactions with emphasis on basic pharmacology, role of contingencies in drug effects, mechanisms of drug dependency, drugs as stimuli, and basic neuropharmacology. Note: other related upper-division courses (3000 level or above) may be accepted if approved by the Program Advisor and School Chair. Program Administration The procedure for awarding the certificate is initiated by the student obtaining a Petition for Certificate in Applied Physiology from the main office of the School of Applied Physiology, located in Room The student will complete the petition by listing course work, grades earned and other requested information. The completed form should be returned to the main office prior to midterm of the semester in which the student expects to graduate. The Program Coordinator, Ms. Joy Daniell ( ), will review the completed form and verify through the Registrar that all requirements have been satisfied. Upon the student s graduation, 3

4 the Coordinator will forward the Certificate to the School Chair of Applied Physiology and Dean of the College of Sciences for their signatures. The Certificate will then be mailed to the student. 4

5 Petition for Certificate in Applied Physiology SCHOOL OF APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY : I request certification as having fulfilled requirements for the Certificate in Applied Physiology. I (graduated/expect to graduate) in (Fall, Spring, Summer) Semester of (yr). The following is a summary of the credits upon which I base my request: Name and Course Number Semester Completed Credit Grade APPH Core Courses 1. APPH/BIOL Electives (Print your name as you wish it appear on the Certificate) (Student number) (Major School) Student s Permanent Home Address: (address to which your certificate will be mailed after your graduation) (PO Box) ( ) Student Signature Certificate Approved: Program Advisor School Chair 5