BIOM*2000 - Concepts in Human Physiology
Course Description
This is an introductory course that examines the fundamental integrative aspects of human physiological systems and their role in the maintenance of homeostasis. Course content is intended to serve the needs of non-bioscience students and includes the study of aspects of cellular metabolism, nerve and muscle function and general anatomy and function of the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, immune, central and peripheral nervous, endocrine, renal and reproductive systems. This course cannot be used to fulfill requirements for any biological science minor.
What You'll Learn
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the relationship between the major organ systems and the circulatory system in maintaining blood homeostasis
- Analyze the relevance of the regulatory systems (nervous and endocrine) in integrating the physiological processes of cells, tissues, and organs in the functioning whole body
- Describe the fundamental and concepts relating to the reproduction of the human species
- Examine the complexity and beauty of the physiological processes that we associate with life
Additional Requirements
Restriction: This is a Priority Access Course. Enrolment may be restricted to particular programs or specializations or semester levels during certain periods. Please see the department of Biomedical Sciences website for more information. ANSC*3080, BIOM*3200, HK*2810, HK*3810, ZOO*3600, ZOO*3620. Not available to BSC Students in biological science specializations, BAS program or BOH DCH & BOH_EFH Areas of Emphasis
If there are any concerns regarding missing prerequisites and/or restrictions, the Learner Success Advisor will contact you directly for further clarification after registration has been completed.
Technical Requirements
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*Course details are subject to change.