PHYS 1550 Thermodynamics for Health

Covers thermal energy transfer and fluid dynamics as they apply to clinical and healthcare environments.

About this course

PHYS 1550 Thermodynamics for Health introduces the physical principles behind thermal energy transfer and fluid dynamics. You will explore how these concepts apply to clinical environments, patient care, and medical technology. The course is designed for students entering health sciences who need a practical understanding of physics in healthcare.

You will examine how heat moves through the body, how medical equipment manages temperature, and how fluids behave in biological systems. This foundation supports your later studies in nursing, laboratory technology, and allied health programs.

Who takes this course

• Pre-Health Sciences

Credits: 3 · Hours: 45

Prerequisites

None

Learning outcomes

• Explain the principles of heat transfer in biological systems.
• Calculate fluid flow rates relevant to medical devices.
• Analyse thermal regulation in clinical settings.
• Apply thermodynamic laws to patient care equipment.

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