656. Physiology of the Heart

656. Physiology of the Heart

Course Level:

Graduate

Lecture - Lab Hours:

(4-0)

Credit:

4

Course Description:

Structure and function of the heart; molecular and cell biology of cardiac myocytes; electrophysiology of myocardium, pacemaker cells and conducting tissue; cardiac mechanics; control of cardiac performance; coronary circulation.

Prerequisite/Corequisite:

Prerequisite: MPHY 901 or MPHY 604 or approval of department head.