Equine Exercise Physiology

This course is designed for students with an interest in equine exercise physiology and biomechanics. Topics include the equine musculoskeletal, respiratory, and cardiovascular system and diseases related to these systems. Students are exposed to current concepts regrding different body systems and the physiological changes that occur during training, competition, and recreational riding. Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of C in the following courses: ASLH 2010, BIOL 1107, and BIOL 1107L.