Human Physiology

Studies the physiological principles, function, integration and homeostasis of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, organ system and organism level: integumentary system, bone, skeletal system, smooth and cardiac muscles, nervous system, sensory organs, cardiovascular system, lymphatic and immune systems, respiratory system, urinary system, digestive system, endocrine system, and reproductive system. Utilizes laboratory computer simulations and experiments to demonstrate basic principles and introduce physiological techniques and instruments. Prerequisites: ANAT M01 or concurrent enrollment and 1 year of high school Chemistry (or higher). Recommended Prep: BIOL M01 or BIOL M02A or BIOL M02AH and Introduction to College Writing (ENGL M02) and Intermediate Algebra or equivalent or placement as determined by the college's multiple-measure assessment process. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: This course is primarily intended for Nursing, Allied Health, Kinesiology, and other health-related majors.