Recent SemestersFall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026Class Size25–28 studentsCredits5PrerequisiteBIOL 071 and ( CHEM 001A or CHEM 001AH or CHEM 015 or CHEM 015H or CHEM 032A ); all with C or better. And Intermediate Algebra or appropriate placement beyond Intermediate Algebra. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B2DescriptionStudents will explore the different body systems (e.g. nervous, endocrine, muscular, urinary, respiratory, cardiovascular, reproductive) along with cellular physiology and metabolism. Students will learn to apply physiology in the context of disease, including learning to answer questions like: If you pull someone's heart out of their chest, why does the heart keep beating? Why is 0.9% NaCl often the IV of choice in hospitals? Why is it dangerous to drink too much water too fast? Why do you feel dizzy when you stand up? This course is designed for college degrees in nursing, physical and occupational therapy, and certain science and preprofessional majors.Usually HeldMon 6:00pm–9:05pm, Sat 9:15am–12:20pm, Wed 6:00pm–9:05pm, Mon 10:45am–1:50pm 