The simulation capabilities in the College of Health Professions gives students hands-on
experience with high-fidelity anatomical manikins and physiological testing that mimic
real life. The controlled simulation clinical setting allows students to examine and
explore normal and pathological conditions in a robotic simulation environment.
Synthetic Human Cadavers
The Human Simulation and Microanatomy Lab Complex features two state-of-the art cadaver
manikins, ultra-high-fidelity synthetic simulation models that are made entirely out
of silicone. The full scale models have detailed anatomical structures and clinically
accurate anatomical locations to allow students to understand system interactions
within a hands-on learning environment. SynDavers are extremely realistic synthetic
representation of human anatomy and provide the closest alternative to human cadavers.
Cardiopulmonary Pathology Simulation
The cardiopulmonary patient simulator presents signs and symptoms of over 50 cardiopulmonary
conditions. It realistically simulates nearly any cardiovascular disease at the touch
of a button by varying blood pressure, pulses, heart sounds, murmurs, and breath sounds.
Students can learn the sounds, presentations, and physical chest wall/displacement
of the heart by assessing healthy and disease conditions.
Physiological Human Testing
The human simulation lab incorporates state-of-the-art audio/visual equipment that
provides students with the opportunity to perform EMG, ECG, pulmonary functions, nerve
velocity conduction, and neurological signaling. Using this sophisticated technology,
students will perform multiple analyses of their own physiological functioning.
Microanatomy and Microscopy Lab
The human simulation lab complex features anatomical components from real human skeletons
and synthetic models. The lab includes anatomical representations ranging from skull
and inner ear to foot and ankle skeletal structures.
The microanatomy/microscopy lab's 20 microscopy stations feature cutting edge audio
and visual technology that displays a wide range of cellular tissue from various anatomical
organs and physiological systems.
