BME 213
Human Physiology I
2
Course Description
Students should be able to:
1. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of terminology, concepts, and relationships in
human anatomy and physiology;
2. utilise a broad foundation of anatomical relationships and physiological principles in
analysis, application, and synthesis related to human physiology and pathophysiology;
3. evaluate scientific information to help make decisions concerning personal health, clinical
applications, and research in human physiology;
4. describe how physiological parameters are measured in humans and animal preparations
5. achieve thorough insight into homeostatic mechanisms and the functions of the various
organs and organ systems in humans;
6. interpret basic physiological data; and
7. apply the basic physiological principles explored to understand how their bodies work and
carry that knowledge into their specific professional areas.
Course Outline
Basic concepts in Human physiology; cellular physiology; homeostasis; musculoskeletal
system; Cardiovascular System; Respiratory System; Urinary System.