This course takes an integrated approach to the study of organ system function in humans. We will examine control mechanisms that allow the body to maintain a constant balance in the face of environmental and pathological challenges, such as exercise, temperature change, and high altitude or disease and disorders in medical practice. Our particular focus will be recent findings in the areas of neural, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and muscle physiology. In the laboratory, students gain experience with the tools of modern physiological research at the organismal levels.

This course has a required co-requisite laboratory - BISC 302L.

Units: 1.25

Max Enrollment: 12

Prerequisites: (BISC 111, BISC 111T, BISC 113, BISC 113Y or NEUR 101) and (BISC 203, NEUR 201, or NEUR 202).

Distribution Requirements: LAB - Natural and Physical Sciences Laboratory; NPS - Natural and Physical Sciences

Typical Periods Offered: Fall

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Fall; Spring