Physiology
Physiology (PHSO)
PHSO 1 - Human Physiology (3 units)
Letter Grade (LG) Only • Total hours: 51 hours lecture
This course offers a study of the physiological principles, function, integration and homeostasis of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, organ system and organism level: integumentary system, bone, skeletal, smooth and cardiac muscles, nervous system, sensory organs, cardiovascular system, lymphatic and immune systems, respiratory system, urinary system, digestive system, endocrine system, and reproductive system. This course is primarily intended for nursing, allied health, kinesiology, and other health-related majors. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online. [C-ID BIOL 120B with PHSO 2]
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL C1000
Credit transferable: Transfers to CSU & UC
GE Credit: Cal-GETC 5B: Biological Science; MPC 5 Natural Sciences (must include lab)
Catalog Program Pages Referencing PHSO 1
- Anatomy
- General Education Requirements
- General Studies: Natural Science Emphasis, Associate in Science
- Kinesiology, Associate in Arts for Transfer
- Nursing
- Nursing, Associate in Science
- Nutrition and Dietetics, Associate in Science for Transfer
- Physiology
- Pre-Dental Hygiene, Associate in Science
- Pre-Nursing, Associate in Science
- Pre-Occupational Therapy, Associate in Science
- Pre-Physical Therapy, Associate in Science
- Public Health, Associate in Science for Transfer
- Social Work and Human Services, Associate in Arts for Transfer
PHSO 2 - Human Physiology Lab (2 units)
Letter Grade (LG) Only • Total hours: 102 hours lab
This course offers a study of the physiological principles, function, integration, and homeostasis of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, organ system, and organism level: integumentary system, bone, skeletal, smooth and cardiac muscles, nervous system, sensory organs, cardiovascular system, lymphatic and immune systems, respiratory system, urinary system, digestive system, endocrine system, and reproductive system. This course is primarily intended for nursing, allied health, kinesiology, and other health-related majors. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online. [C-ID BIOL 120B with PHSO 1]
Pre/Corequisite(s): PHSO 1
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 1A or ENGL 1AE
Credit transferable: Transfers to CSU & UC
GE Credit: Cal-GETC 5C: Laboratory; MPC 5 Natural Sciences (must include lab)
Catalog Program Pages Referencing PHSO 2
- Anatomy
- General Education Requirements
- General Studies: Natural Science Emphasis, Associate in Science
- Kinesiology, Associate in Arts for Transfer
- Nursing
- Nursing, Associate in Science
- Nutrition and Dietetics, Associate in Science for Transfer
- Physiology
- Pre-Dental Hygiene, Associate in Science
- Pre-Nursing, Associate in Science
- Pre-Occupational Therapy, Associate in Science
- Pre-Physical Therapy, Associate in Science
- Public Health, Associate in Science for Transfer
- Social Work and Human Services, Associate in Arts for Transfer
PHSO 90 - Independent Study (0.5-4 units)
Letter Grade (LG) or Pass/No Pass (P/NP) • Total hours: 25.5-204 hours lab
This course provides students with the opportunity to explore topics in Human Physiology beyond the scope of the PHSO 1 and PHSO 2 curriculum. Students complete reading assignments, case studies, laboratory experiments and/or research projects tailored to their individual needs and interests. Students work with a supervising instructor to outline specific learning outcomes, objectives, and project goals for the semester. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.
Advisory: Completion or concurrent enrollment in ENGL C1000
Credit transferable: Transfers to CSU