Principles of Human Physiology

This course addresses the basic principles of human physiology as well as its regulation, at the level of the cell, organ and organism. Topics that are covered in this course include: homeostasis; (macroscopic and microscopic) morphology in relation to function of main human organs and organ systems; nervous system (brain, nerves, sensory systems); endocrine system; skin, bone and skeletal muscle physiology; cardiovascular system (heart and vessels, ECG, blood pressure, blood composition); respiratory system; regulation of the gastrointestinal system; renal system; energy metabolism. Each topic is introduced by lectures, and many topics are further explored by practicals.

After successful completion of this course students are expected to be able to:

• Understand basic terms and principles of human physiology
• Understand structural organisation and functioning of human organ systems, and their interaction
• Understand basic regulation of (the functioning of) organ systems
• Understand techniques to collect basic data on the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, sensory system as well as on energy metabolism

Mandatory Knowledge:
ZSS06100 Laboratory Safety
Assumed Knowledge:
CBI10306 Cell Biology