The Human Body: How It Functions

PHYSCI X 449

Using a systems approach, this course provides an understanding of the human body as an integration of biochemical, mechanical, and physical functions.

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What you can learn.

Address normal human body functions from very basic molecular interactions to complex organ systems
Understand how various systems within the human body interact with each other

About this course:

The body is a dynamic organism exhibiting a complex integration of biochemical, mechanical and physical functions. This course provides a systems approach in order to understand the normal function of cells, nerves, hormones, muscles, respiratory system, heart and circulation, immune system, digestion and metabolism.

Winter 2025 Schedule

January 6 - March 23

This section has no set meeting times.

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Instructor: John Farr

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Fee:

$850.00

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Notes

This course provides a foundation for additional required courses in the Exercise Science Fitness Specialist Certificate and should be taken first. Meets physiology requirement in Exercise Science Fitness Specialist Certificate

Enrollment deadline: January 10, 2025. Internet access required.

Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to mentalhealth@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after January 10, 2025

Course Requirements

Book: Human Physiology

ISBN 9781264354726