BIO 211 - Human Physiology

Credits: 5

Advisory: BIO 190 and BIO 191
Prerequisite: BIO 210
Description: This course provides detailed study of the functions of the human body. Great emphasis is placed on the varied body systems and their interrelationships for maintaining the body homeostasis. It involves study of the physiological principles, function, integration and homeostasis of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, organ system and organism level: integumentary system, bone, skeletal, smooth and cardiac muscles, nervous system, sensory organs, cardiovascular system, lymphatic and immune systems, respiratory system, urinary system, digestive system, endocrine system, and reproductive system. This course is primarily intended for Nursing, Allied Health, Kinesiology, and other health related majors. To help each student attain the aforementioned goal, laboratories and theories are integrated.

Transferable
Transferable to both UC and CSU

General Education:

CalGETC: Transfer General Education Requirements ( 5- Physical and Biological Sciences- 5B: Biological Science , 5- Physical and Biological Sciences- 5C: Laboratory )

Student Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate the scientific method as employed by health professionals to evaluate real-world problems involving the skin, skeletal and muscular systems.
Appraise the role of the cardiovascular system in maintaining homeostasis.

Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 162
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lecture Hours: 3
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lab Hours: 6