Courses

Anatomy and physiology of human reproduction, including gender determination, embryology, puberty, menstrual cycle, pregnancy, lactation, menopause, sexual behavior, sexual abnormalities and contraception. Open to nonmajors. Prereqs., MCDB 1150, 1151, 2150 and 2151, or EBIO 1210, 1220, 1230 and 1240.

Focuses on comparative anatomy and physiology of reproductive system and the evolution of reproductive behavior in vertebrates and invertebrates. Topics include courtship, mating, fertilization, estrous and menstrual cycles, and environmental control of seasonal reproduction. Prereqs., MCDB 1150, 1151, 2150 and 2151, or EBIO 1210, 1220, 1230 and 1240. Recommended prereq., IPHY 3430 (non-majors only), 3450 or 3480 (IPHY majors only).

Applies the principles of physics and physiology to the analysis of human movement. Quantitative analysis of the forces, torques, mechanical energy, power impulses and momentum associated with human movement. Mechanical properties of muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones. Restricted to Integrative Physiology majors only. Prereqs., MATH 1300 or 1310 or APPM 1350; PHYS 2010; IPHY 2800, 3410 or 3460; IPHY 3470. Prerequisites: Restricted to Integrative Physiology majors only.

Describes the physiology and neurobiology of sleep and impact of sleep, sleep deprivation, and sleep disorders on immune, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, and neural systems, as well as examines changes in sleep across the life span. The integrative nature of sleep and circadian rhythms in normal physiologcial and cognitive function and their importance in health and disease processes will be emphasized. IPHY 4580 and 5580 are identical courses. Prereqs. for IPHY 4850: one year of biology, one year of chemistry, IPHY 2800 (or equivalent) and IPHY 3470. IPHY 5580 is restricted to graduate students only.

Studies the immune system, a multi-cellular system that functions to protect us from disease. Introduces concepts associated with the development and function of individual cells of the immune system (T-cells, B-cells, neutrophils, dendritic cells, macrophages), as well as their integrative roles in physiology and host defense. Prereqs., one year of biology, one year of chemistry, IPHY 3470. Recommended prereq., IPHY 3060. Same as IPHY 5600. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors) Integrative Phyisology (IPHY) or Integrative Physiology Concurrent Degree majors only.

Examines physiological and biochemical adjustments that occur in the body with acute and chronic exercise. Topics center on physiological mechanisms pertaining to metabolic, cardiovascular, and hormonal alterations, the role of exercise in health and disease, soreness and fatigue, immune function, as well as exercise during varied environmental conditions. Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Junior or Senior) Integrative Physiology (IPHY)or Integrative Physiology Concurrent Degree majors only. Prereqs., IPHY 2800; IPHY 3470; IPHY 3450 or 3480. Prereq. or coreq., IPHY 3410 or 3460. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Junior or Senior) Integrative Physiology (IPHY) or Integrative Physiology Concurrent Degree majors only.

Covers specific integrative physiology topics in areas such as animal physiology, endothelial function, neurobiology, exercise immunology, and exercise physiology. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Prereq., 13-hours of IPHY coursework. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Junior or Senior) Integrative Physiology (IPHY) or Integrative Physiology Concurrent Degree majors only.

Covers specific exercise physiology topics such as cellular cause of fatigue and muscle soreness, heart disease, regulation of blood flow, diabetes, aging, training adaptations, exercise at high altitude, ergogenic aids, and excitation-contraction of muscle. Prereq., IPHY 4650. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Junior or Senior) Integrative Physiology (IPHY) or Integrative Physiology Concurrent Degree majors only.

Explores the function of the nervous system, including how the properties of neurons influence nervous system activity, how the nervous system controls the activity of muscles and how the sensory effects of muscle activity influence the function of the nervous system. Prereqs., one year of biology, one year of chemistry, IPHY 2800 (or equivalent), IPHY 3410 or 3460; IPHY 3470. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Junior or Senior) Integrative Physiology (IPHY) or Integrative Physiology Concurrent Degree majors only.

Offers a critical analysis of motor learning theories, including Adam's closed loop theory, Schmidt's schema theory, and the influence of contextual interference on learning and performance. Also covers feedback and practice organization. Projects and presentations required. Prereq., junior standing. Same as IPHY 5740. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Juniors or Seniors).

Students may register for more than one section per term. May be repeated up to 8 total credit hours.

Prereq., IPHY 2800 and 3700.

Provides an opportunity for field/laboratory work in a variety of different settings. Prereq., junior or senior status and completion of at least two of the major core classes. Consult with faculty for approval. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Juniors or Seniors).

Special topics spanning the broad scope of integrative physiology are covered in a seminar-style format. Presentations by current IPHY faculty are augmented by graduate student presentations of thesis and dissertation work. May be repeated up to 3 total credit hours. Prerequisites: Restricted to Graduate Students only.

May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Prerequisites: Restricted to Integrative Physiology (IPHY) or Integrative Physiology Concurrent Degree (C-IPHY) graduate students only.

Utilizes molecular, classical, and quantitative genetics as a method for understanding the molecular basis of human and animal physiology and behavior. Required of first year students in Behavioral Genetics certificate program. Prereqs., EBIO 2070 or 2670, or MCDB 2150.

Includes a recitation section. Same as IPHY 4200 and PSYC 5200. Prerequisites: Restricted to Graduate Students only.

Covers fundamental mechanisms of gene action, including genome structure and regulation of gene expression. Discusses molecular techniques used to examine human genetic diseases. Emphasizes genetic diseases with behavioral, neurologic, and physiologic abnormalities. Prereq., IPHY/PSYC 5200 or instructor consent. Same as PSYC 5232.

Covers fundamentals of genome sequence and structure of genomes. Emphasis on the human genome, mechanisms of gene action, including genome structure and regulation of gene expression and bioinformatics. Utilizes genomic and molecular techniques used to examine human genetic diseases with behavioral, neurologic, and physiologic abnormalities. Recommended prereq., IPHY 5200.

Focuses on the methods of mapping complex disease genes in both population and family-based samples. Topics include both linkage and association analyses of qualitative and quantitative phenotypes. Prerequisites: Restricted to Graduate Students only.

Same as IPHY 4440.

Examines the underlying biochemical mechanisms that are responsible for the physiological adaptations to short- and long-term dynamic exercise including carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism. The interaction of key biochemical alterations as it relates to disease (diabetes, obesity, and aging) and exercise will be addressed. Prereq., one year of chemistry. Prereq. or coreq., IPHY 4650 or instructor consent. Prerequisites: Restricted to Graduate Students only.

Describes the physiology and neurobiology of sleep and impact of sleep, sleep deprivation, and sleep disorders on immune, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, and neural systems, as well as examines changes in sleep across the life span. The integrative nature of sleep and circadian rhythms in normal physiologcial and cognitive function and their importance in health and disease processes will be emphasized. IPHY 4580 and 5580 are identical courses. Prereqs. for IPHY 4850: one year of biology, one year of chemistry, IPHY 2800 (or equivalent) and IPHY 3470. IPHY 5580 is restricted to graduate students only. Prerequisites: Restricted to Graduate Students only.

Studies the immune system, a multi-cellular system that functions to protect us from disease. Introduces concepts associated with the development and function of individual cells of the immune system (T-cells, B-cells, neutrophils, dendritic cells, macrophages), as well as their integrative roles in physiology and host defense. Restricted to graduate students only. Same as IPHY 4600. Prerequisites: Restricted to Graduate Students only.

Same as IPHY 4740. Prerequisites: Restricted to Integrative Physiology (IPHY) or Integrative Physiology Concurrent Degree (C-IPHY) graduate students only.