This course spans four interdisciplinary modules that provide a basic overview of the endocrine, urogenital and reproductive systems, somatic growth, and aging. Module (1): Endocrinology. The disciplines of histology, physiology, and pathology cover the basic structure and function of the endocrine system. Topics include histology of endocrine glands, regulation of hormonal secretion, physiological effects of hormones, and common disorders and diseases of the endocrine system, with an emphasis on diabetes. Module (2): Urinary System. The disciplines of gross anatomy, histology and physiology cover the structure and function of the urinary system. Topics include the gross anatomy and histology of the urinary systems, physiology of renal blood flow, tubular transport, and control of extracellular fluid volume and composition. Module (3): Acid Base/Renal pathophysiology/Female Reproductive System. The disciplines of anatomy, histology, physiology and pathology complete the coverage of the urinary system and survey the structure, function and pathology of the female reproductive system. Topics include acid base physiology, renal pathophysiology, the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, menopause, and common pathologies of the female reproductive system. Module (4): Male Reproductive System/Growth and Aging. The disciplines of gross anatomy, histology, physiology, microbiology, and pathology cover structure, function, and pathologies of the male reproductive system and sexually transmitted diseases. In addition, the disciplines of physiology and biochemistry cover growth hormones, somatic growth, puberty, and aging.
IBSSD 1517: Endocrinology/Urinary and Reproductive Systems, Growth and Aging
Semester Offered