Human Physiology (310-0-1)

Instructors

Christine Amanda McCary

Meeting Info

Technological Institute M164: Tues, Thurs 9:30AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

Biol_Sci 310 explores the functions of the human body with an emphasis on homeostatic mechanisms, interdependence of organs and organ systems, and the influence of modulatory systems. Planned topics include: nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and digestive systems as well as endocrine application in these systems. Activities and/or assignments focusing on the contributions of underrepresented and underacknowledged scientists to the pursuit of physiology research will be included.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisites: Students must have completed BIOL_SCI 201-0 or BIOL_SCI 215-0, BIOL_SCI 202-0 or BIOL_SCI 219-0, and CHEM 132-0, CHEM 152-0, or CHEM 172-0. Credit not allowed for both BIOL_SCI 310-0 and BIOL_SCI 217-0.

Teaching Method

Lecture, small group discussions, and problem-solving sessions.

Evaluation Method

Exams, quizzes, and short papers or media (video, social media) presentations. All assessments will be given during the Friday afternoon discussion course meetings.

Class Materials (Required)

Human Physiology, 8th Edition, Dee Unglaub Silverthorn, 2019 (Pearson) ISBN:978-0134605197. Other course readings will be provided on Canvas.

Class Attributes

Natural Sciences Distro Area

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Prerequisites: Students must have completed BIOL_SCI 201-0 or BIOL_SCI 215-0, BIOL_SCI 202-0 or BIOL_SCI 219-0, and CHEM 132-0, CHEM 152-0, or CHEM 172-0. Credit not allowed for both BIOL_SCI 310-0 and BIOL_SCI 217-0.

Associated Classes

DIS - Tech Institute Lecture Room 4: Wed 3:00PM - 3:50PM