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376-0152-00L 5 Credits BSC , SHE D-HEST , D-BIOL , D-CHAB
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Anatomy and Physiology II

Anatomie und Physiologie II

Lecturers: Prof. Dr. Christina Spengler, Prof. em. Dr. Manfred Kopf, Lutz Slomianka, Dr. Michael Ristow, Prof. Dr. Katrien De Bock
Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. David Paul Wolfer, Prof. Dr. Christina Spengler, Prof. em. Dr. Manfred Kopf, Lutz Slomianka, Prof. Dr. Nicole Wenderoth, Dr. Michael Ristow, Prof. Dr. Katrien De Bock, Prof. Dr. Gerhard Schratt
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:41:05

Abstract

Basic knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal tract, endocrine organs, urinary system and the reproductive system. Knowlewdge of the basic mechanisms of pathobiology. Study of all human tissues and selected organs by examining slides under the light microscope.

Objective

Foundations of human anatomy and physiology and basics of clinical pathophysiology

Content

Short overview of human anatomy, physiology and general pathology. 3rd semester: Principles of histology and embryology. Anatomy and physiology: nervous system, muscle, sensory organs, circulatory system, respiratory system. 4rd semester: Anatomy and physiology: gastrointestinal tract, endocrine system, metabolism and thermoregulation, integumentary system, blood and immune system, urinary system, circadian rhythm, reproductive system, pregnancy and birth.

Resources

Literature

Anatomie: Martini, Timmons, Tallitsch, "Anatomie", Pearson; oder Schiebler, Korf, "Anatomie", Steinkopff / Springer; oder Spornitz, "Anatomie und Physiologie, Lehrbuch und Atlas für Pflege-und Gesundheitsfachberufe", Springer Physiologie: Thews/Mutschler/Vaupel: Anatomie, Physiologie, Pathophysiologie des Menschen, Wissenschaftliche Verlagsgesellschaft, Stuttgart oder Schmidt/Lang/Thews: Physiologie des Menschen, Springer-Verlag, Heidelberg

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC , SHE
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 75 minutes and 75 minutes
Aids
Keine Hilfsmittel erlaubt (ausser neutrales Wörterbuch für nicht deutschsprachige Studierende).
Digital
The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich.
Die Prüfung kann am Computer stattfinden.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Anatomie und Physiologie II
Unterrichtsbeginn Mittwoch: 10.15h - 12.00h
  • Wed 09:45-11:30 (HCI G 7)
  • Wed 10:00-12:00 (ER SA TZ)
  • Thu 08:00-10:00 (ER SA TZ)
  • Thu 08:15-10:00 (HG F 7)
4 h weekly

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