Introduction to Pathophysiology: Disease States in the Human Body

PHYSCI X 459.10

An introductory course that provides an overview of the mechanisms and consequences of disease based on physiological dysfunction in the major organ systems.

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Online
Starting at $900.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Identify the interaction of human physiology and organ specific diseases
  • Explore signs and symptoms of cancer, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and cardiovascular diseases
  • Identify the association between health-related behaviors and diseases

About this course:

This course is designed as an overview of the mechanisms and consequences of disease based on physiological dysfunction in the major organ systems. Each organ system is introduced by a brief and basic review covering normal structure and function, followed by the pathology and some common disorders of each system. Discussion includes common clinical presentations of disease and the mechanisms underlying signs and symptoms. Diseases covered include cardiovascular, cancer, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, hepatitis, infections, and diseases of the kidney and cardiovascular system (some topics may vary by quarter).

Spring 2024 Schedule

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Available
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Instructor: Helder Araujo
397249
Fee:
$900.00
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ENROLL BY: Apr 1, 2024
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 20 students. Enrollment deadline: April 5, 2024. Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 05, 2024
Course Requirements
(Optional) Understanding Pathophysiology

Summer 2024 Schedule

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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Helder Araujo
398300
Fee:
$900.00
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Notes

Enrollment deadline: June 28, 2024. Internet access required. Materials required. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after June 28, 2024
Course Requirements
(Optional) Understanding Pathophysiology

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