Examines fundamental physiological functions such as respiration, circulation, and neural activity, across a range of animal groups including humans, emphasizing the universal nature of these functions, while also comparing diverse adaptations among groups due to evolutionary and environmental influences. Students will also investigate course concepts as they relate to applications in biomedical science.
Additional Requirements for Graduate Students: Exploration of scientific literature related to applications of animal/comparative physiology in biomedical sciences.
Athena Title
Comparative Physiology
Prerequisite
VPHY 3108
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
Students will be able to identify and describe the fundamental principles of physiology across diverse animal groups.
Students will be able to identify and compare physiological adaptations to diverse environmental and ecological challenges.
Students will be able to compare and contrast human physiological processes with those of other animals.
Students will be able to translate knowledge of comparative physiology into real-world applications like research, medicine, veterinary sciences, and conservation biology.
