Physiology

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1) Explain the principles of the basic function of human physiology and apply this information in their professional lives.
2) Define homeostasis and explain homeostasis with examples.
3) Define general principles of skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle physiology.
4) Define the motor neuron and explain dendrites, axon, axon hillock, soma, and an axodendritic synapse.
5) Define the general characteristics of cardiovaskular physiology
6) Discuss the relationship between the activities of the heart and blood pressure
7) Describe the mechanisms involved in regulating, controlling and protecting the normal healthy body
8) Define the structure and function of the digestive system.