University of Portland Bulletin 2016-2017

BME 550 Anatomy & Physiology for Biomedical Engineers

Gross anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems. Emphasizes understanding the function of the human body as an integrated set of systems through an engineering lens. Includes discussion of human-made changes to the body. Laboratory experiments will be used to demonstrate key physiologic aspects of the human body. Fee: $90.