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The Human Body: How It Functions
PHYSCI X 449
Using a systems approach, this course provides an understanding of the human body as an integration of biochemical, mechanical, and physical functions.
Address normal human body functions from very basic molecular interactions to complex organ systems
Understand how various systems within the human body interact with each other
About this course:
The body is a dynamic organism exhibiting a complex integration of biochemical, mechanical and physical functions. This course provides a systems approach in order to understand the normal function of cells, nerves, hormones, muscles, respiratory system, heart and circulation, immune system, digestion and metabolism.
This course provides a foundation for additional required courses in the Exercise Science Fitness Specialist Certificate and should be taken first. Meets physiology requirement in Exercise Science Fitness Specialist Certificate
Enrollment deadline: January 10, 2025. Internet access required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to mentalhealth@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
This course provides a foundation for additional required courses in the Exercise Science Fitness Specialist Certificate and should be taken first. Meets physiology requirement in Exercise Science Fitness Specialist Certificate
Enrollment deadline: April 6th, 2025. Internet access required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to fitness@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from February 03, 2025 to April 13, 2025
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