BIOS 2130 - Human Physiology

Study of the functions of the various human and body systems including detailed study of cell structure and function, diffusion and osmosis, chemical reactions in the body, muscle contraction, digestion, metabolism, blood components, nerve impulse propagation, kidney function, respiration (specifically the chloride shift concept), select cardiovascular functions, endocrinology, reproduction, and immunology. Lab complements the material presented in lecture and provides a more “hands on” approach. Lab is concurrent with lecture and is required.

Location: L/M
Credits: 4
Classroom Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 30
Prerequisite(s): Recommended: Grade of C or higher in ENGL0960 or appropriate placement score for ENGL0985, and Grade of C or higher in MATH0950 or B or higher in MATH0951 or appropriate placement score for MATH1100