(3 units)Structure and function of endocrine glands and how their secretions regulate biochemical reactions, cell communication, gene expression, and physiology.
Grading Basis: Graded Units of Lecture: 3 Offered: Every Fall
Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. discuss, diagram, write and critically apply concepts central to endocrinology as it pertains to regulation of physiology through changes in cellular signaling and gene expression. 2. describe the associated anatomy for each component of the endocrine system. 3. describe the effects of disease on endocrine function.