PHGY 215 - Principles of Mammalian Physiology I | Biomedical and Molecular Sciences | School of Medicine

PHGY 215 - Principles of Mammalian Physiology I

Fall 2024 (On-Campus & Online), Winter 2025 (Online), Summer 2025 (Online)

Year 2

3 units

Available

On-Campus Course

Online Course

Physiology 215 (Principles of Mammalian Physiology I) is a comprehensive systems physiology course with a focus on normal human physiology. The mechanical, physical, bioelectrical, and biochemical function of the Neural, Musculoskeletal, and Cardiovascular systems will be described. Normal physiological processes necessary for maintaining homeostasis and health will be emphasized. Examples of Pathophysiology will be used to demonstrate the importance of normal physiological processes.

Prerequisites

Minimum 2nd year (level 2) standing.

Exclusions

No more than 6.0 units from IDIS 150/6.0; KNPE 125/3.0; KNPE 225/3.0;

PHGY 210/6.0; PHGY212/6.0; PHGY 214/6.0.

Learning Outcomes

The objectives of Physiology 215 are to:

acquire a core of knowledge (as described in your lecture notes, class presentations, question lists, and recommended readings) about the function of cells, tissues, organs, and of the whole animal in relation to the anatomical features and the cellular and biochemical processes involved.
understand the functional interactions amongst organ systems, from attending lectures, reviewing the text, viewing materials on the Web, and discussions with classmates and professors.
develop an ability to solve problems of an integrative physiological nature in a limited time on the basis of retained information and without recourse to reference material.
appreciate the limitations of our knowledge and the contributions of research to the expansion of our knowledge about physiology and related disciplines.