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Elements of Physiology


Course Description

The mammalian body as a single functional unit; studies include nervous, muscular, respiratory, circulatory, digestive, renal, endocrine, and reproductive systems.


Athena Title

Elements of Physiology


Equivalent Courses

Not open to students with credit in CBIO 3710, VPHY 3100E, VPHY 3107


Semester Course Offered

Offered fall and spring


Grading System

A - F (Traditional)


Course Objectives

The mammalian body as a single functional unit; studies include nervous, muscular, respiratory, circulatory, digestive, renal, endocrine, and reproductive systems.


Topical Outline

Introduction and cell structure Membrane physiology Nervous system Sensory physiology Endocrine glands Muscle Heart and circulation Blood Flow Respiration Immune system Kidney physiology Digestive system Metabolism Reproduction


Syllabus