Human Physiology (310-0-1)
Instructors
Tracy M Hodgson
847/491-4823
Tech Institute, Room MG77
Meeting Info
Technological Institute M164: Tues, Thurs 2:00PM - 3:20PM
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. Topics include: nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and digestive systems as well as endocrine application in these systems. Readings and activities focusing on the contributions of scientists of color to the advancement of physiology, and examples of social injustice that have occurred during the pursuit of physiology research, will be included.
Registration Requirements
Prerequisites: Students must have completed BIOL_SCI 201-0, BIOL_SCI 202-0, and CHEM 132-0, CHEM 152-0, or CHEM 172-0.
Teaching Method
Lecture, small group discussions and problem solving sessions
Evaluation Method
Exams, short papers or media (video, social media) presentations
Class Materials (Required)
Human Physiology, 8th Edition, Dee Unglaub Silverthorn, 2019 (Pearson) ISBN 9780135212905
Other course readings will be provided on Canvas
Class Attributes
Natural Sciences Distro Area
Enrollment Requirements
Enrollment Requirements: Reserved for Biology Majors until the end of preregistration, after which time enrollment will be open to everyone who has taken the prerequisites and registered for any required corequisites.
Prerequisites: Students must have completed BIOL_SCI 201-0, BIOL_SCI 202-0, and CHEM 132-0, CHEM 152-0, or CHEM 172-0.