Human Physiology (BS)

Program Educational Goals

Human Physiology (B.S.)

Demonstrate core knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, including the structure and function of major body systems.
Integrate physiology from the cellular and molecular level to organ systems and organisms.
Demonstrate an understanding of the principle of homeostasis and be able to explain how physiological systems respond and adapt to external stressors including environmental factors and physical exercise.
Apply knowledge and skills in physiology to clinically relevant problems.
Effectively locate, read, evaluate, and communicate scientific information.

Four Year Plan

Please refer to the Four-Year Plan for departmental recommended path toward graduation.

University Requirements:

ENGL 110 - First-Year Writing (C- minimum)
First Year Seminar (FYS) (0-4 credits)
Discovery Learning Experience (DLE) (three credits)
Multicultural Requirement (three credits)
University Breadth Requirements (C- minimum):
- Creative Arts and Humanities (three credits)
- History and Cultural Change (three credits)
- Social and Behavioral Sciences (three credits)
- Mathematics, Natural Sciences, and Technology (three credits)
Capstone Experience

Major Requirements:

Minimum grade of C-.

BISC 207 - Introductory Biology I Credit(s): 4
BISC 208 - Introductory Biology II Credit(s): 4
CHEM 103 - General Chemistry Credit(s): 3
CHEM 133 - General Chemistry Laboratory Credit(s): 1
CHEM 104 - General Chemistry Credit(s): 3
CHEM 134 - General Chemistry Laboratory Credit(s): 1
CHEM 214 - Elementary Biochemistry Credit(s): 3
CHEM 321 - Organic Chemistry I Credit(s): 3
CHEM 322 - Organic Chemistry II Credit(s): 3
CHEM 325 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I Credit(s): 1
CHEM 326 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II Credit(s): 1
KAAP 180 - Introduction to Kinesiology Credit(s): 3
KAAP 305 - Fundamentals of Sports Health Care Credit(s): 3
KAAP 309 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credit(s): 4
KAAP 310 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II Credit(s): 4
KAAP 400 - Research Methods Credit(s): 3
KAAP 420 - Functional Human Anatomy Credit(s): 5
KAAP 430 - Exercise Physiology Credit(s): 4
KAAP 630 - Advanced Human Physiology I
KAAP 631 - Advanced Human Physiology II
MATH 221 - Calculus I Credit(s): 3
or
MATH 241 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus A Credit(s): 4
MMSC 200 - The Language of Medicine Credit(s): 3
MMSC 270 - Medical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases Credit(s): 4
HBNS 200 - Nutrition Concepts Credit(s): 3
PHYS 201 - Introductory Physics I Credit(s): 3
PHYS 221 - Introductory Physics Laboratory I Credit(s): 1
PHYS 202 - Introductory Physics II Credit(s): 3
PHYS 222 - Introductory Physics Laboratory II Credit(s): 1
PSYC 100 - General Psychology Credit(s): 3
PSYC 325 - Principles of Developmental Psychology Credit(s): 3
or
PSYC 334 - Principles of Psychopathology Credit(s): 3
SOCI 201 - Introduction to Sociology Credit(s): 3
STAT 200 - Basic Statistical Practice Credit(s): 3

Second Writing Course

A Second Writing Requirement approved by the College of Arts and Sciences. This course must be taken after completion of 60 credit hours, completed with a minimum grade of C-, and the section enrolled must be designated as satisfying the requirement in the academic term completed.

Academic Standards:

Students must demonstrate satisfactory progress towards the degree and must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 by the end of their 4th semester in order to remain in the program and earn a BS in Human Physiology. Students not meeting the minimum GPA requirement will be eligible to change into another major (e.g., BS in Kinesiology).

Electives

After required courses are completed, sufficient elective credits must be taken to meet the 120 credit requirements for the degree. Students interested in attending medical school are strongly encouraged to choose from a narrowed list of electives to fulfill admission requirements and prepare to take the MCAT. Students will be encouraged to consult with their advisor to receive a planning guide.