Summer 2008 Course Descriptions

All courses below are approved to be taught in Summer 2008; however, some (or all) may not be offered.  The course numbers that are offered, in either Pre-Session, Summer I or Summer II, are linked to the Schedule of Classes. Classes with alternative delivery modes (Web based, cable TV, correspondence, etc) are noted in the Schedule at the section level.  The complete list below is a good indicator of what may be offered over the next few years (contact department about offerings).  For explanations of course elements see the Key to Course Descriptions.

Physiology (PSIO)  Department Info

PSIO 199 -- Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSIO 199H -- Honors Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSIO 201 -- Human Anatomy and Physiology I  (4 units)
Description:  Study of structure and function of the human body. Topics include basic anatomical and directional terminology; fundamental concepts and principles of cell physiology; histology; the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems; special senses. Primarily for majors in physiology, biology, and health professions.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Special course fee required:  $27.
Typical structure:  3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
Usually offered:  Fall, Summer.

PSIO 202 -- Human Anatomy and Physiology II  (4 units)
Description:  Study of structure and function of the human body. Topics include cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, urinary, gastrointestinal, endocrine and reproductive systems. Primarily for majors in physiology, biology, and health professions.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Special course fee required:  $27.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 201.
Typical structure:  3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
Usually offered:  Spring, Summer.

PSIO 299 -- Independent Study  (1-2 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 299H -- Honors Independent Study  (1-2 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 380 -- Fundamentals of Human Physiology  (4 units)
Description:  Designed to provide upper-division non-physiology majors with a working understanding of the fundamentals of human biological function, elucidating general principles of human physiology, mechanisms of regulation and the normal variations in human biology, while weaving daily-life applications throughout. A combination of lecture, small and large group discussions, and in-class activities will be utilized to provide an understanding of how the body works from the cellular to the organ system level.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  Open to non-physiology majors only.
Typical structure:  3 hours lecture, 1 hour discussion.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 391 -- Preceptorship  (1-6 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of instruction and practice in actual service in a department, program, or discipline. Teaching formats may include seminars, in-depth studies, laboratory work and patient study.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 393 -- Internship  (1-3 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of training and practice in actual service in a technical, business, or governmental establishment.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 399 -- Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSIO 399H -- Honors Independent Study  (1-5 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSIO 403 -- Introduction to Cell Physiology  (4 units)
Description:  How cells work and how the workings of different types of cells provide the foundation for how organs work and how organisms function.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  CHEM 103A, CHEM 103B, CHEM 104A, CHEM 104B; MATH 124 or MATH 125; PHYS 102, PHYS 103; PSIO 201, PSIO 202. Prerequisite or Concurrent registration, CHEM 241A, CHEM 243A.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 420 -- Exercise and Environmental Physiology  (3 units)
Description:  Regulation and adjustment of physiological systems during acute exercise and adaptations with chronic exercise in various populations and environments; emphasizes physiological mechanisms.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  CHEM 103A, CHEM 103B, CHEM 104A, CHEM 104B; MATH 120R; PSIO 201, PSIO 202.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 425 -- Measurement and Evaluation of Physiological Function  (3 units)
Description:  Responses of physiological systems to work and environmental stresses. Emphasis on the principles and techniques of assessing physiological function by appropriate methods of data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation. Course includes both lecture and structured laboratory components.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  CHEM 103A, CHEM 103B, CHEM 104A, CHEM 104B, MATH 120R, PSIO 201, PSIO 202.
Typical structure:  3 hours laboratory, 2 hours lecture.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 431 -- Physiology of the Immune System  (3 units)
Description:  Focuses on physiology of the immune system, how it functions correctly, and some problems that occur when the immune system does not function properly (immunopathology).
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 201, PSIO 202.
May be convened with:  PSIO 531.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSIO 445 -- Assessment and Regulation of Human Body Composition  (3 units)
Description:  Laboratory and field assessment of body fat and lean tissues; morphology of fat, muscle, and bone during growth and aging exercise and dietary regulation of composition in health and chronic disease; obesity, osteoporosis, sarcopenia.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 201, PSIO 202.
Identical to:  N SC 445.
May be convened with:  PSIO 545.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 464 -- Neurophysiology: Sensorimotor Perspective  (3 units)
Description:  Focuses on mammalian sensorimotor system as a model system to understand principles of neural communication, sensory functions, information processing, and production of behavioral responses.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 201, PSIO 202, MATH 111, PHYS 102, PHYS 103.
Identical to:  BIOC 464, MCB 464, NRSC 464.
May be convened with:  PSIO 564.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 467 -- Endocrine Physiology  (3 units)
Description:  Mammalian endocrine regulation from an integrative physiology perspective. Primary focus is on calcium and fuel metabolism, stress, fluid balance, reproduction, and growth and development.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 201, PSIO 202 or MCB 181R, MCB 181L.
Identical to:  MCB 467, CBA 467.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 480 -- Human Physiology  (5 units)
Description:  Principles of physiology with emphasis on the human, including discussion intended to reinforce principles of physiological phenomena; designed primarily for students in physiology, pharmacy and health-related sciences.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Available to qualified students for Pass/Fail Option.
Prerequisite(s):  CHEM 103A, CHEM 103B, CHEM 104A, CHEM 104B; CHEM 241A, CHEM243A; MATH 124 or MATH 125; PHYS 102, PHYS 103; PSIO 201, PSIO 202. Prerequisite or Concurrent registration CHEM 241B, CHEM 243B.
Identical to:  PCOL 480.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 485 -- Cardiovascular Physiology  (3 units)
Description:  Physiology principles of the heart and peripheral vasculature, viewed in an integrative manner, from the cellular to the systems level.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 201, PSIO 202.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 492 -- Directed Research  (1-3 units)
Description:  Individual or small group research under the guidance of faculty.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 6 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSIO 495D -- Environmental Physiology  (2 units)
Description:  This course examines the adjustment of physiological systems to acute and chronic exposure to a variety of environmental stressors such as altitude, cold water exposure, and light/dark cycles.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 420 or PSIO 425.
May be convened with:  PSIO 595D.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 495E -- Endocrinology and Metabolism  (2 units)
Description:  Discussions and activities are centered around issues related to the regulation of carbohydrate metabolism during exercise and the disregulation of carbohydrate metabolism in diabetes.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 420 or PSIO 425 or PSIO 467.
May be convened with:  PSIO 595E.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 495G -- Muscle Biology  (2 units)
Description:  Discussion-format class covering topics in muscle biology, considering relevant basic science, research and daily life applications.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 201, PSIO 202.
May be convened with:  PSIO 595G.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 495K -- Inflammation and Disease  (2 units)
Description:  Examines the chemical and cellular aspects of inflammation using different inflammatory disease states as examples.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 201, PSIO 202.
May be convened with:  PSIO 595K.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 495L -- Current Topics in Reproductive Physiology  (2 units)
Description:  Examines contemporary issues in the field of reproductive physiology with particular emphasis on clinical applications and societal concerns.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 467.
May be convened with:  PSIO 595L.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 495T -- Topics in Physiology  (2 units)
Description:  Discussion-format class covering topics in physiological topics of current public interest, considering relevant basic science, research and daily life applications.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 201, PSIO 202.
May be convened with:  PSIO 595T.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 498 -- Senior Capstone  (1-3 units)
Description:  A culminating experience for majors involving a substantive project that demonstrates a synthesis of learning accumulated in the major, including broadly comprehensive knowledge of the discipline and its methodologies. Senior standing required.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 498H -- Honors Thesis  (3 units)
Description:  An honors thesis is required of all the students graduating with honors. Students ordinarily sign up for this course as a two-semester sequence. The first semester the student performs research under the supervision of a faculty member; the second semester the student writes an honors thesis.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 9 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSIO 499 -- Independent Study  (1-6 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSIO 499H -- Honors Independent Study  (1-6 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 6 units of credit.

PSIO 502 -- Principles of Neuroanatomy  (4 units)
Description:  Cellular elements and recognized subsystems of the mammalian nervous system, with emphasis on general principles of neuroanatomical organization and their functional significance.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  8 units of biological laboratory science, CBA 401; PSYC 302, PSIO 480 desirable. Consent of instructor.
Identical to:  PSYC 502; PSYC is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 503 -- Cellular and Molecular Physiology  (5 units)
Description:  Through examination of fundamental cellular processes, the integrated function of diverse cell types is discussed. Topics include: mechanisms involved in protein expression, intracellular protein targeting, and regulation of protein function; membrane transport phenomena; cell signaling mechanisms-excitability, ion channels, synaptic function; muscle and vascular function.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  CHEM 103B, CHEM 104B, CHEM 241B, CHEM 243B, PHYS 103, MATH 125, MATH 129, BIOC 460.
Identical to:  PS 503.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 512A -- Biological Electron Microscopy  (5 units)
Description:  Provides theoretical background and practical experience in transmission and scanning electron microscopy that are necessary for the efficient and effective application of ultra-structural and cytochemical techniques as research tools.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  one college-level course in each of physics, chemistry, and biology.
Typical structure:  9 hours laboratory, 2 hours lecture.
Identical to:  MCB 512A; MCB is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 520 -- Exercise and Environmental Physiology  (3 units)
Description:  Regulation and adjustment of physiological systems during acute exercise and adaptations with chronic exercise in various populations and environments; emphasizes physiological mechanisms. Graduate-level requirements include a research-review paper on an approved topic.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  CHEM 103A, CHEM 103B, CHEM 104A, CHEM 104B, PSIO 201, PSIO 202; MATH 110, MATH 111.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 531 -- Physiology of the Immune System  (3 units)
Description:  Focuses on physiology of the immune system, how it functions correctly, and some problems that occur when the immune system does not function properly (immunopathology). Graduate-level requirements include submitting a paper on a research topic approved by the instructor and related to the course content.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  PSIO 431.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSIO 545 -- Assessment and Regulation of Human Body Composition  (3 units)
Description:  Laboratory and field assessment of body fat and lean tissues; morphology of fat, muscle, and bone during growth and aging exercise and dietary regulation of composition in health and chronic disease; obesity, osteoporosis, sarcopenia. Graduate-level requirements include an additional research project and case report.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  N SC 545.
May be convened with:  PSIO 445.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 564 -- Neurophysiology: Sensorimotor Perspective  (3 units)
Description:  Focuses on mammalian sensorimotor system as a model system to understand principles of neural communication, sensory functions, information processing, and production of behavioral responses. Graduate-level requirements include a research paper.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  BIOC 564, MCB 564, NRSC 564.
May be convened with:  PSIO 464.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 573 -- Statistical Analysis and Research Design in Physiological Sciences  (3 units)
Description:  Design and statistical analysis procedures in the field of physiological sciences with emphasis on appropriateness of research designs, both experimental and descriptive, and interpretation of statistical analysis procedures. Includes application of statistical power and sample size estimates, reliability, covariance, and multiple regression techniques.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 578 -- Signal Transduction in Molecular Medicine  (3 units)
Description:  Advanced treatment of the biochemistry and molecular biology of disease, considering both genomic and environmental factors.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  BIOC 462A, BIOC 462B, or consent of instructor.
Identical to:  BIOC 578; BIOC is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 580 -- Systems Physiology  (5 units)
Description:  Principles of systems physiology. Designed for graduate students throughout the University.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 503 or equivalent; MATH 113, PHYS 103, CHEM 243B.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 588 -- Principles of Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology  (4 units)
Description:  Detailed introduction to the biology of nerve cells, emphasizing cellular neurophysiology, synaptic mechanisms, and analysis of neural development.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  consult program office before enrolling.
Identical to:  NRSC 588; NRSC is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 589 -- Selected Topics in Systems Neurobiology  (3 units)
Description:  In-depth discussion of exemplary topics explaining the organization, physiology, and function of neural systems, emphasizing sensory systems, motor control, integration, and plasticity.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  NRSC 588; consult program office before enrolling.
Identical to:  NRSC 589; NRSC is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 591 -- Preceptorship  (1-6 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of instruction and practice in actual service in a department, program, or discipline. Teaching formats may include seminars, in-depth studies, laboratory work and patient study.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 593 -- Internship  (1-3 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of training and practice in actual service in a technical, business, or governmental establishment.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 595D -- Environmental Psychology  (2 units)
Description:  This course examines the adjustment of physiological systems to acute and chronic exposure to a variety of environmental stressors such as altitude, cold water exposure, and light/dark cycles.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be convened with:  PSIO 495D.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 595E -- Endocrinology and Metabolism  (2 units)
Description:  Discussions and activities are centered around issues related to the regulation of carbohydrate metabolism during exercise and the disregulation of carbohydrate metabolism in diabetes.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be convened with:  PSIO 495E.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 595G -- Muscle Biology  (2 units)
Description:  Discussion-format class covering topics in muscle biology, considering relevant basic science, research and daily life applications.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be convened with:  PSIO 495G.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 595J -- Molecular Neurobiology  (2 units)
Description:  Available as both 595 and 895.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  open to students in PS, PCOL, NEUR, and NRSC.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 595K -- Inflammation and Disease  (2 units)
Description:  Examines the chemical and cellular aspects of inflammation using different inflammatory disease states as examples. Graduate-level requirements include students to prepare for, and lead one discussion for the semester.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be convened with:  PSIO 495K.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 595L -- Current Topics in Reproductive Physiology  (2 units)
Description:  Examines contemporary issues in the field of reproductive physiology with particular emphasis on clinical applications and societal concerns. Graduate-level requirements include graduate students to prepare for and lead a discussion on two topics during the semester. Also, they must submit a 3-5 page paper plus references on each topic for which they lead a discussion.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be convened with:  PSIO 495L.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 595M -- Assignments in Motor Control  (1 unit)
Description:  Available as both 595 and 895. The exchange of scholarly information and/or secondary research, usually in a small group setting. Instruction often includes lectures by several different persons. Research projects may or may not be required of course registrants.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 480 or equivalent, consult department before enrolling.

PSIO 595T -- Topics in Physiology  (2 units)
Description:  Discussion-format class covering topics in physiological topics of current public interest, considering relevant basic science, research and daily life applications.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be convened with:  PSIO 495T.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 596I -- Molecular Cardiovascular Biology  (3 units)
Description:  The development and exchange of scholarly information, usually in a small group setting. The scope of work shall consist of research by course registrants, with the exchange of the results of such research through discussion, reports, and/or papers.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 2 times (maximum 3 enrollments).
Identical to:  SURG 596I; SURG is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 597H -- Human Neuroanatomy  (1 unit)
Description:  This course provides an overview of the gross and sectional anatomy of the human brain and is designed to complement PSYC 502, Principles of Neuroanatomy.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  or Concurrent registration, PSYC 502.
Identical to:  PSYC 597H; PSYC is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 599 -- Independent Study  (1-6 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Graduate students doing independent work which cannot be classified as actual research will register for credit under course number 599, 699, or 799.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 601 -- Systems Physiology  (6 units)
Description:  Comprehensive coverage of systemic physiology with emphasis in the underlying principles of function. Consent required to enroll; consult instructor before registering.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  consult department before enrolling.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 602 -- Readings in Systems Physiology  (1 unit)
Description:  Readings of primary literature coordinated with Systems Physiology 601 lectures. Includes 3 laboratory sessions for Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Renal Systems.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 601.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 603A -- Human Physiology  (6 units)
Description:  This course in human physiology contains an extended discussion of Cardiovascular, Renal, Respiratory, Endocrine and Gastrointestinal Physiology presented at the systems level but building on cell and molecular physiology and leading to an integrated view of the function of the human organism. The lectures are designed to introduce individual elements and concepts that constitute physiology, and to integrate these basic principles into a picture of the complete system. Occasional labs and weekly discussion sections complement the lecture series. The discussion sections focus on primary research articles and problem sets that augment lecture topics.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 503.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 604 -- Nutrition and Cell Signaling  (3 units)
Description:  [Taught alternate even-numbered years]. This course will introduce Signaling Pathways and define how cells respond to external stimuli, and communicate to each other.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  BIOC 462A, BIOC 462B.
Identical to:  N SC 604; N SC is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 610 -- Research Methods in Physiology  (1-3 units)
Description:  Laboratory course providing students with an understanding of the types of research available in the department. (Maximum length is 8 weeks).
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  consult department before enrolling.
May be repeated:  for a total of 10 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 620 -- Introduction to Systems Neurophysiology  (2 units)
Description:  An interdisciplinary overview of selected aspects of systems neurophysiology specifically designed for graduate students in physiological sciences who do not specialize in neuroscience. The course focuses upon the generalized mammalian nervous system, with occasional reference to lower vertebrate and invertebrate systems. The course focuses upon key features of segmental (spinal, periphery sensory afferent, neuroeffector) and suprasegmental (brain) mechanisms that control and/or modulate sensorimotor, cardiorespiratory, and endocrine systems. Open to non-majors.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 503 or PSIO 588 with consent of instructor.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 625 -- Human Neuroscience  (6 units)
Description:  Functional and morphological organization of the human central nervous system.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  consent of instructor.
Identical to:  MED 625; MED is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 649 -- Survival Skills and Ethics  (3 units)
Description:  This course is designed for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. It provides information and experiences that will aid in successful "survival" during the graduate-student years and those following graduation. Topics include effective speaking and writing, grantspersonship, mentoring, teaching, career options, among others. Discussion of ethical issues and resources is integrated across topics.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  SP H 649; SP H is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 695A -- Motor Control  (2 units)
Description:  contact department.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 3 times (maximum 4 enrollments).
Identical to:  NEUR 695A, NRSC 695A, SP H 695A, PSYC 695A.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 696A -- Physiology Series  (1 unit)
Description:  The development and exchange of scholarly information, usually in a small group setting. The scope of work shall consist of research by course registrants, with the exchange of the results of such research through discussion, reports, and/or papers.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  open to majors only.
May be repeated:  for credit 3 times (maximum 4 enrollments).
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 696B -- Preparation and Presentation  (1 unit)
Description:  The development and exchange of scholarly information, usually in a small group setting. The scope of work shall consist of research by course registrants, with the exchange of the results of such research through discussion, reports, and/or papers.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  consult department before enrolling.
May be repeated:  for credit 1 time (maximum 2 enrollments).
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 696C -- Physiology Student Forum  (1 unit)
Description:  The development and exchange of scholarly information, usually in a small group setting. The scope of work shall consist of research by course registrants, with the exchange of the results of such research through discussion, reports, and/or papers.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 2 times (maximum 3 enrollments).
Identical to:  PS 696C; PS is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 697A -- Physiology Tutorial  (3 units)
Description:  The practical application of theoretical learning within a group setting and involving an exchange of ideas and practical methods, skills, and principles.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 503 or PSIO 580 or equivalent. Consult department before enrolling.
May be repeated:  for credit 4 times (maximum 5 enrollments).
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 699 -- Independent Study  (1-5 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Graduate students doing independent work which cannot be classified as actual research will register for credit under course number 599, 699, or 799.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

For descriptions of medical student electives, see the College of Medicine Electives Manual.

PSIO 800 -- Research  (1-16 units)
Description:  Involvement in a special research project of special interest to the student.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
Prerequisite(s):  consent of instructor.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PSIO 801 -- Human Physiology  (7 units)
Description:  Comprehensive approach to understanding the system of human physiology.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 825 -- Human Neuroscience  (6 units)
Description:  Functional and morphological organization of the human central nervous system.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
Prerequisite(s):  consent of instructor.
Identical to:  MED 825; MED is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 891A -- Physiology  (1-16 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of instruction and practice in actual service in a department, program, or discipline. Teaching formats may include seminars, in-depth studies, laboratory work and patient study.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
May be repeated:  for a total of 16 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 895J -- Molecular Neurobiology  (2 units)
Description:  Available as both 595 and 895. The exchange of scholarly information and/or secondary research, usually in a small group setting. Instruction often includes lectures by several different persons. Research projects may or may not be required of course registrants.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
Prerequisite(s):  consent of instructor.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PSIO 895M -- Assignments in Motor Control  (1 unit)
Description:  Available as both 595 and 895. The exchange of scholarly information and/or secondary research, usually in a small group setting. Instruction often includes lectures by several different persons. Research projects may or may not be required of course registrants.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
Prerequisite(s):  PSIO 480 or equivalent; consult department before enrolling.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 896U -- Cardiovascular Pathophysiology  (1-16 units)
Description:  contact department.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
Prerequisite(s):  3rd and 4th-year medical students only.
Identical to:  MED 896U; MED is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PSIO 899 -- Independent Study  (1-16 units)
Description:  The goal of this elective is to allow the student to work with a particular faculty member in pursuit of a particular field of study in physiology.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSIO 900 -- Research  (1-6 units)
Description:  Individual research not related to a thesis or dissertation for advanced degree.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSIO 910 -- Thesis  (1-3 units)
Description:  Research for the master's thesis (whether library research, laboratory or field observation or research, artistic creation, or thesis writing). Maximum total credit permitted varies with the major department.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P E K.

PSIO 920 -- Dissertation  (1-9 units)
Description:  Research for the doctoral dissertation (whether library research, laboratory or field observation or research, artistic creation, or dissertation writing).
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSIO 930 -- Supplementary Registration  (1-9 units)
Description:  For students who have completed all course requirements for their advanced degree programs. May be used concurrently with other enrollments to bring to total number of units to the required minimum.
Grading:  Grade of K is awarded for this course except for the final term.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.