101. Introduction to Human Physiology.
Students must have at least sophomore standing. Prior exposure to introductory chemistry is helpful. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Physiol. 502. (4). (NS). (BS).
An introductory course designed to acquaint students with the principles of human body function. Topics discussed include cell structure, function, and chemical composition and the functions of nerves, muscles, the lungs, heart, blood vessels, kidneys, digestive tract, endocrine glands, brain, and reproductive organs. Emphasis is placed upon the mechanisms by which cells and organs perform their functions and the interaction of the various organs in maintaining total body function. Four one-hour lectures and one hour discussion each week.
306. Problems in Physiology.
Physiol. 101 and permission of instructor. (1-4). (Excl). (INDEPENDENT). May be elected for a total of eight credits.
Directed readings or investigations in a major area of physiology. Arrangements are to be made between the student and faculty member.
405. Research Problems in Physiology.
For advanced undergraduate and graduate students. Permission of instructor. (1-4). (Excl). (INDEPENDENT). May be repeated for a total of eight credits.
Directed research in Physiology.
502. Human Physiology.
Biol. 152-154, or 195, and a course in biochemistry (Biol. 311 or Biol. Chem. 415), and permission of instructor. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Physiol. 101. (4). (Excl). (BS).
This courses is a more advanced basic survey of normal human physiology. It is offered to students of dentistry, pharmacy, the allied health professions, and graduate students from various departments, but it is highly suitable for advanced undergraduates who have the prerequisites.
541/Biol. 541/Anatomy 541. Mammalian Reproductive Endocrinology.
Biol. 310 or 311, or Biol. Chem 415. (4). (Excl). (BS).
A study of the cellular and molecular actions of reproductive hormones, which are responsible for the regulation of the female and male reproductive systems. Topics include: the properties and mechanisms of action of pituitary gonadotropic and sex steroid hormones, the anatomy and endocrine regulation of the ovary and testis and of the male and female reproductive tracts, mechanisms of fertilization, implantation and development, the endocrinology of pregnancy, and contraception.