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RCP-100

Introduction to Respiratory Science

This course introduces students to applications of basic physics concepts relative to the field of respiratory therapy including mechanics of motion, work and energy, states of matter, gas laws, gas behavior and fluid dynamics. Additionally, this course will introduce students to concepts related to the properties and generation of humidity & aerosols; manufacture, storage, handling, transport of medical gases and the design of devices to regulate & deliver medical gases.

Credits:
3.0

Prerequisite:
None

Corequisite:
RCP100-L

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