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.