Fundamentals of Physiology. 2 Credit Hours

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Fundamentals of Physiology is a 2 credit hour course designed to provide students with a basic understanding of mammalian physiology. Students will be exposed to overarching concepts and contemporary perspectives regarding the normal function (physiology) of the organs and systems of organs of the human body. Lectures will focus on fundamental functions of the cardiovascular, renal, respiratory, gastrointestinal and endocrine systems. This course aims to blend targeted student learning outcomes with critical thinking skills to enhance student understanding of integrative systems biology as an aid to success in the field of biomedical research. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have knowledge of physiological principles of individual organs and systems and a basic appreciation for how interactions between these systems integrate to subserve healthy function. This course is centered on the principle that doctoral students must take personal responsibility for their own learning. As an upper level course, all lectures will be interactive. Lectures will be built around assigned readings. Therefore, each student will be expected to actively engage with faculty and fellow students during lectures to facilitate and enhance the learning experience. Prerequisite: IBMS 5000 or at the discretion of the course directors.