Biology 209: Physiology

Credits 4
Credit Type
Semester Offered
Spring
Faculty
Wilson

An examination of the biological fundamentals of animal physiology that spans cellular mechanisms to whole animal performance. We will focus on the principles of traditional organ-systems physiology while including an integrative perspective. Topics include homeostasis, membrane transport, osmotic balance, gas exchange and respiration, circulation, and neuroendocrine regulation. Includes lectures plus one three-hour laboratory per week. Applies to the Organismal requirement for Biology majors. Formerly Biology 310; may not be taken if previously completed 310.

Prerequisites

Biology 111 (or 102 and 102L)

Corequisites

Includes a required corequisite lab, Biology 209L.