Schedule of Classes

A continuation of BIO 230 designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human physiology and pathophysiology. Lectures will address the function of all major organ systems of the body from a molecular and cellular perspective. Students gain an understanding of organ system integration in supporting homeostasis and also of how the disease process interrupts physiological systems.

Covers histology and function of the following tissues: integument, blood vessels, and muscle, connective, lymphoid, respiratory, excretory, digestive, endocrine, reproductive, and nervous tissues. Content includes axial and appendicular skeletal anatomy, brain anatomy and function, cardiac function, spirometry, and origin and activity of selected hormones. Gross anatomy and anatomical features are covered or reviewed from BIO 231. Dissected specimens and human models are used.

Selected coursework in biology. May be repeated under different topics for a total of 8 credit hours.