CAS BI 315
Systems Physiology
Undergraduate Prerequisites: (CASBI 108 OR ENGBE 209), and CASCH 101 and CASCH 102, or equivalent. First Year Writing Seminar (e.g., WR 100 or WR 120). - An introduction to physiological principles applied across all levels of organization (cell, tissue, organ system). Preparation for more advanced courses in physiology. Topics include homeostasis and neural, muscle, respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, endocrine, gastrointestinal, and metabolic physiology. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry II, Writing-Intensive Course, Critical Thinking, Teamwork/Collaboration.
Topics
- homeostasis and neural
- muscle
- respiratory
- cardiovascular
- renal
- endocrine
- gastrointestinal
- and metabolic physiology
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027