Human Physiology

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An advanced discussion of the integrated biology of humans. Students will consider physiological phenomena from the molecular and cellular to the systemic level. Topics include the nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and reproductive systems. The biochemical and biophysical principles underlying the function of these systems will be examined. Anatomy will be introduced as a means to understanding function. Students will analyze and present primary research literature in mammalian physiology. Satisfies an upper-level elective requirement in the Biology major. Satisfies an elective requirement in the Neuroscience minor. Prerequisites & Notes Successful completion of BIO 111/113/115, BIO 112/114/116, and CHE 115 is required. Successful completion of at least one of the following is strongly recommended: BIO 208, BIO 238, BIO 303, BIO 335, CHE 230, one year of General Physics.