Fundamentals of Animal Physiology and Immunology

This module should enable students to acquire:

Basic concepts in physiology: Concept of homeostasis; levels of organization of the human body; compartments of the internal environment; study of the endocrine system; acid-base and water-mineral balance; anatomical and functional studies of the central and peripheral nervous systems.

Basic concepts in immunology:

General overview of the immune system; study of T and B lymphocytes, antigen-presenting cells; study of antimicrobial immunity and complement.

-Expertise:

In physiology, understand the differences between cells, tissues, organs, and systems; understand the different fluid compartments of the body; understand the regulatory mechanisms that contribute to homeostasis; understand the anatomical and functional organization of the central and peripheral nervous systems; understand the effectors of the peripheral nervous system, their regulation, and functioning. Know the difference between hormones, neurohormones, and neurotransmitters in terms of their site of synthesis, chemical structure, receptors, and secretion regulation.

In immunology, understanding the different players involved in the immune response and the appropriate responses to bacteria and viruses.

-Interpersonal skills: Acquire fundamental and basic concepts in animal physiology and

Immunology, in order to subsequently integrate more complex and specific concepts.