Using Computer-Interfaced Physiological Measurement Systems in the Biology Laboratory

 

Tested Studies in Laboratory Teaching, 1993, Volume 14

Abstract

Students in General Biology perform two different laboratory exercises using computer-based physiological measurement systems to record data from student subjects. Using equipment from Intelitool, students measure resting and post-exercise ECGs, noting relative changes in each portion of the tracing. Then in a second exercise students measure lung volumes and capacities in resting and post-exercise subjects. Forced expiratory volumes (F.E.V.) for 1, 2, and 3 seconds are also measured. Notes for the instructor discuss problems and potential problems encountered using this equipment in a classroom setting and suggest approaches to these challenges.

Keywords:  physiology, electrocardiogram, lung volume, computer

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (1992)