PULMONARY PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE.

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Examines the structure and function of the pulmonary system including mechanics of breathing, lung capacity tests, pulmonary circulation, lung diseases, gas exchange, ventilation, diffusing capacity, acid/base balance, neural and chemical regulation of breathing, and blood flow with respect to rest and exercise values in healthy and diseased populations. *Doctoral students will be required to complete an additional research-related assignment. Prerequisite: Instructor Approval.