Aim
Provide basic knowledge about the anatomy of the body, the functions of the different cells and organs, the mechanisms behind these functions and interaction of organ systems, with special emphasize on metabolism and nutrition. The course provides a knowledge basis for further studies within the fields of food-, drug- and environmental sciences.

Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must

• describe the anatomy of the body as well as the function of the most important organs and organ systems

• understand basic concepts of the metabolism and its regulation

Skills and abilities
For a passing grade the student must

• describe physiological phenomena to the course participants both orally and in writing

• understand and use the basic medical terminology within the field of human physiology

Judgement and approach
For a passing grade the student must

• attain a basic, natural science-based understanding of the various functions of the human body

• attain an ability to search for and value information on human physiology from text books, scientific articles and electronic sources

Contents
On the basis of knowledge in biochemistry and cell biology the main contents are biological control systems, neurophysiology, physiology of the gastrointestinal tract, respiration and circulation, muscle function, kidney function, fluid- and electrolyte balance, endocrinology, metabolism, basic nutrition and the defence mechanisms of the body. The course contains lectures, group exercises, laboratory work and one individual task to present orally and in writing.

Literature
Widmaier, EP, Raff, H och Strang, KT Vander's Human Physiology - The mechanisms of body function. McGraw-Hill 2006, Tenth edition. ISBN: 9780071116787