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.

Human Physiology
EXB 101Exercise Physiology4
NPB 101Systemic Physiology5
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 188AHuman Immunology3-4
or MMI 188B Human Immunology
Nutrition
Recommendations & Standards for Human Nutrition
Total Units23-30