Human Physiology, Minor College of Biological Sciences
This minor exposes non-NPB and non-Human Biology majors to general and specialized courses related to human biology including courses such as exercise and aging in health and disease and exercise metabolism. Students who obtain a human physiology minor will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the physiological processes that allow animals to function in their environment. This minor provides a foundation for further training in health-related professions.
Faculty Advisors
William DeBello, Ph.D., Talitha van der Meulen, Ph.D.
Advising
Biology Academic Success Center (BASC) in 1023 Katherine Esau Science Hall (formerly Sciences Laboratory Building); 530-752-0410, cbsundergrads@ucdavis.edu.
Only one course used to satisfy a requirement for the minor may be applied toward a student’s major.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Human Physiology | ||
| EXB 101 | Exercise Physiology | 4 |
| NPB 101 | Systemic Physiology | 5 |
| Choose one: | 3-4 | |
| Introduction to Motor Learning & the Psychology of Sport & Exercise | ||
| Exercise Metabolism | ||
| Exercise & Aging in Health & Disease | ||
| Neuromuscular & Behavioral Aspects of Motor Control | ||
| Kinesiology: Analysis & Control of Human Movement | ||
| Choose one: | 3-4 | |
| Cardiovascular, Respiratory, & Renal Physiology | ||
| Gastrointestinal Physiology | ||
| Physiology of the Endocrine Glands | ||
| Nature vs. Nurture: Physiological Interactions Among Genes, Nutrients & Health | ||
| Advanced Physiology of Animal/Human Disease | ||
| Neurobiology of Addictive Drugs | ||
| Choose one from two of the following areas: | 5-9 | |
| Functional Anatomy | ||
| Human Gross Anatomy | ||
| OR | ||
| Genetics & Development | ||
| Human Genetics: Mutation & Migration | ||
| Adulthood & Aging | ||
| Cognitive Development | ||
| Longevity | ||
| Human Genetics & Genomics | ||
| Immunology | ||
| MMI 188A | Human Immunology | 3-4 |
| or MMI 188B | Human Immunology | |
| Nutrition | ||
| Recommendations & Standards for Human Nutrition | ||
| Total Units | 23-30 | |