Human Health & Physiology (HHP)

An exploration of significant questions and concepts, beliefs and creative visions, theories and discoveries in Human Health and Physiology designed for first-year students. A grade of C- or better fulfills the COLL 100 requirement. Although topics vary, the courses also seek to improve students' communication skills beyond the written word.

A broad-based examination of the human body. Structure and function of cells, tissues, and organ systems will be examined in a variety of applications such as lifespan, environmental and evolutionary adaptations.

This introductory Science of Nutrition course provides discussions ranging from the use of scientific inquiry to determine individual nutrient needs to in-depth, life-cycle nutrition issues. It also addresses basic biochemistry and physiology as well as anatomy and physiology from a nutrition science perspective. A four-part “history of nutrition science” required reading provides background for understanding our present level of nutrition knowledge. This course also covers assessment of nutritional status, disordered eating, weight loss and gain, body composition, and factors that influence food choices. In addition, the course addresses issues related to food processing, additives, food-borne toxicants, and concerns about ecological sustainability.

An exploration of a specific topic in Human Health and Physiology. A grade of C- or better fulfills the COLL 150 requirement. Although topics vary, the courses emphasize academic writing skills, reading and analysis of texts, and discussion.

Gross and histological study of the human organism with particular emphasis on the neuro-muscular systems as related to human movement.

Examination of the human body through detailed cadaver examination. Emphasis is placed on the skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems of the body.

Examination of the human body through detailed cadaver dissection. Emphasis is placed on the skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems of the body.

An introduction to the use of statistics within the process of evaluation. Descriptive and inferential statistical procedures including confidence intervals, correlation, t-tests, and analysis of variance are covered. Proper application of those procedures during the evaluation of data is emphasized.

A study of the mechanical principles of the human body during movement.

The purpose of this course is to provide the student with the medical terminology to communicate clearly with health professionals and patients. Common medical terms from each of the human body systems will be examined, translated, and pronounced.

This course addresses the scientific basis of designing exercise programs to promote health among individuals of all ages, and both sexes. Special concerns (e.g. pregnancy, pre-diabetes, arthritis) will also be featured. It will NOT address the conditioning of elite athletic performance. Principles of overload, progression, and specificity are covered as well as intensity, frequency, duration, and mode. Various methods of training (endurance, Interval, resistance, cross-training) are featured. Finally, the detrimental effects of disuse, such as limb immobilization or bed rest, will be discussed.

This course will introduce students to the general principles of pharmacology and the common medications that they may encounter while working in a clinical setting. Emphasis will be on general classifications of drugs and their mechanisms of action as well as memorization of some of the most commonly prescribed medications.

Detailed study of issues associated with motor control. Drawing heavily from epistemology, neurology, cognitive science and motor behavior research the students will be expected to integrate and generalize such information to different clinical contexts.

This course is designed to introduce students to the facilitation of fitness and wellness activities for older adults. Students will implement weight, cardiovascular, balance, and flexibility training; proper warm up and cool down techniques; and the basics of fitness program design. The class will include classroom theory, demonstration and practice of fitness activities and incorporates the goal of applied community research and scholarship as well as field work.

Detailed study of the manner in which different organ systems of the human body function.

Experiments and demonstrations illustrating nerve and muscle function, sensory physiology, reflex activities, heart function and blood pressure and renal responses to fluid intake.

An in-depth study of the physiological aspects of exercise, fatigue, coordination, training and growth; functional tests with normal and abnormal subjects; investigations and independent readings.

An introductory course investigating microbes and their impact on human health. Topics to include pathogens of humans, their mechanism of action, their clinical relevance in the US and abroad, functions of the immune system and current medical practices to protect humans from infection.

This course will introduce microbiological techniques in order to allow students to understand prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. In this lab, techniques will focus on bacteria, with students learning to use aseptic technique in the isolation and identification of bacterial species.

This is a weekly seminar course in which students will read, present, and discuss recent, high-impact original research articles from the biomedical literature. The emphasis will be on articles in the area of cardiovascular physiology, metabolism, aging physiology, and neuroscience with some flexibility to venture into other areas of physiology/medicine that are of particular interest to students. Students can repeat this course 3 times for a total of 3 credits.

This course will explain the purpose of certain nutrients for all types of athletes from recreational to elite, as well as how to determine nutritional needs based on the type of athlete or activity, the impact that nutritional uptake plays on physical performance, how to determine needs for the aging athlete, and any nutritional concerns that may arise when nutritional needs aren’t met.

This course investigates the physiological, biological and biochemical basis of nutritional requirements throughout the lifespan – from preconception, pregnancy and lactation; to infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and older adulthood. It also examines social, environmental, and/or medical factors that may influence nutritional status and needs at each stage.

This course is designed to present both core nutrition information as well as nutrition guidelines regarding the reduction of risk of chronic diseases as well as diet therapy during illness. Coverage of current research topics will elucidate specialty areas and advanced subjects. Another component of this course is to help students of nutrition evaluate information and products available from the media, colleagues, and the marketplace.

Contemporary issues in health are examined. These issues include immunity and AIDS; cancer and genetics; cardiovascular health and assisted suicides and abortion.

An introduction to health-related ethical problems and the nature of ethical reasoning. Emphasis upon ethical problem-solving in personal, public, and environmental health for Kinesiology & Health Sciences and Environmental Science/Studies majors.

This course addresses principles of contemporary health care. Students are introduced to concepts in quality practice and economic issues affecting current health care delivery.

Topics not covered in regular offerings. Subjects, prerequisites and instructor will vary from year to year.

A concentrated study of the normal function of the heart and blood vessels, coordinated responses of the cardiovascular system, and general features of cardiovascular diseases. Class discussion involves a survey of the basic scientific literature in cardiovascular research.

A detailed study of the neuromuscular system and its exercise-induced adaptations at the cellular and biochemical levels. Topics include the development of the neuromuscular system, organization of motor units, characteristics of different muscle fiber types, substrate utilization and causes of fatigue.

An introduction to the theories of aging, the physiological changes associated with aging, and common diseases of aging. Class discussion involves a survey of the basic scientific literature in aging research.

Topics not covered in regular offerings. Subjects, prerequisites and instructor will vary from year to year.

Topics not covered in regular offerings. Subjects, prerequisites and instructor will vary from year to year.

This course is a capstone experience where students will assist the instructor during class time and supervise open learning hours in large lecture and laboratory courses.

An independent study program for the advanced student involving reading, research and the writing of a paper.

A course for the advanced student affording an opportunity for independent laboratory or field research under the supervision of a faculty member.

Students admitted to Honors study in HHP will enroll for both semesters of their senior year. Requirements include (a) supervised readings in the field of interest, (b)the preparation and presentation by April 15 of an Honors essay or an Honors thesis based on the students own research, and (c)satisfactory performance in an oral examination based on the Honors project and related background. Consult the chair for eligibility, admission and continuance requirements.

Students admitted to Honors study in HHP will enroll for both semesters of their senior year. Requirements include (a) supervised readings in the field of interest, (b)the preparation and presentation by April 15 of an Honors essay or an Honors thesis based on the students own research, and (c)satisfactory performance in an oral examination based on the Honors project and related background. Consult the chair for eligibility, admission and continuance requirements.

A structured learning experience designed to complement and expand on the student’s academic course work. This course includes readings in related areas, portfolios, written reports and on-site supervision.