a) Topics of lectures:
1. Basic physiological mechanisms
2. Internal body environment , its components and functions , control of homeostasis . The immune system
4. Cardiac activity , regulation, circulatory system , function and regulation .
5. Respiratory function, ventilation, regulation. Transport of respiratory gases and internal respiration
6. Structure and function of the digestive tract. Metabolism of substances and energy.
7. Extrarenal and renal excretion
8. Function of control systems - endocrine and nervous

b ) Practical exercises:
1. Introduction to the practice - introducing to procedures
2. Anthropometry and caliper measurement
3. Measurement of blood pressure and its changes during isometric contraction
4. Ortho - clinostatic exam , EKG
5. Ventilation parameters
6. Eye examination