Course Description
Principles of integrative systems physiology, emphasizing humans and current mammalian animal research models. Organismal homeostasis, including cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, digestive, and reproductive systems. Emphasis on the integrative actions of the nervous and endocrine systems.
Athena Title
Principles of Physiology
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in VPHY 3100, VPHY 3100E, VPHY 3107
Prerequisite
BIOL 1108-1108L
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Students will be expected to develop a thorough understanding of the concepts of systems physiology and the mechanisms by which their function is integrated. Students will acquire a detailed overview of the body’s major physiological systems, including cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, digestive, reproductive, nervous, and endocrine systems. Students will gain an appreciation for the integrative actions of the nervous and endocrine systems in controlling the overall physiology of the body. Students will learn many of the cell and molecular bases underlying physiological phenomena. As an outcome, students will have a greater understanding of human physiology and will be suitably prepared for more advanced studies in this area.
Topical Outline
Introduction to homeostasis. Nervous system. Muscle physiology. Cardiovascular physiology. Immunity. Respiratory physiology. Endocrine glands. Renal physiology. Digestive function and metabolism. Reproductive physiology.
Syllabus