SRJC physiology tutoring · independent support for lecture + lab
SRJC PHYZ 1 (Human Physiology)
PHYZ 1 is where health-science students move from memorizing body structures to explaining mechanisms: homeostasis, gradients, signaling, pressure, flow, transport, and regulation across organ systems.
Not affiliated with Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC).
At a glance
Course
PHYZ 1 - Human Physiology (SRJC)
Formerly
PHYSIO 1
Units
5 units, with lecture and lab
Catalog focus
Human body function with emphasis on homeostasis at biochemical, cellular, and systems levels.
Intended for
Pre-nursing and pre-dental hygiene students, plus related health-science pathways.
Transfer credit
CSU; UC
How PHYZ 1 tutoring helps
Lecture exams
- Turn dense notes into testable prompts
- Practice mechanism explanations, not just definitions
- Work through graph and data questions step by step
Lab reports
- Connect experimental results to the physiology concept
- Clean up graphs, units, and interpretation
- Write concise explanations that answer the prompt
Study systems
- Build a weekly loop for lecture, lab, and review
- Use active recall for pathways and feedback loops
- Prioritize what matters before the next exam
PHYZ 1 topics and scope
The goal is to explain what changes, why it changes, and how the body restores balance.
Introductory physiology Expand Collapse
- Homeostasis
- Feedback loops
- Scientific method
- Levels of organization
Cell function Expand Collapse
- Membranes
- Transport
- ATP and enzymes
- Cell signaling
Control systems Expand Collapse
- Neurons and synapses
- Membrane potentials
- Endocrine glands
- Hormones
Muscle physiology Expand Collapse
- Skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle
- Contraction mechanisms
- Force and fatigue
Cardiovascular physiology Expand Collapse
- Cardiac cycle
- Blood pressure
- Cardiac output
- Vascular resistance
Respiratory physiology Expand Collapse
- Ventilation
- Gas exchange
- Hemoglobin
- Respiratory regulation
Renal and acid-base physiology Expand Collapse
- Filtration
- Reabsorption
- Water and salt balance
- pH regulation
Digestive, immune, and reproductive systems Expand Collapse
- Digestion and absorption
- Immune defense
- Reproductive hormones
Prerequisites
- Course completion of ENGL C1000 or EMLS 10 (formerly ESL 10)
- Completion of BIO 10 or higher
- Completion of CHEM 60, CHEM 3A, CHEM 1A, or higher
Always confirm prerequisites in the current SRJC catalog or student portal before enrolling.
Want help with SRJC PHYZ 1?
Lecture exam prep, lab report support, and a weekly physiology study plan.
Contact: hello@northbaytutoring.com
FAQ
Is SRJC PHYZ 1 the same as PHYSIO 1?
PHYZ 1 is the current SRJC course code for Human Physiology and is listed as formerly PHYSIO 1.
What makes PHYZ 1 different from ANAT 1?
ANAT 1 is mostly structure: identifying body parts and understanding where they are. PHYZ 1 is function: explaining mechanisms, regulation, feedback loops, and how systems maintain homeostasis.
Can tutoring help with lab reports?
Yes. We can work on interpreting data, making graphs readable, connecting results to physiology, and tightening explanations while keeping the work in your own voice.
Is this affiliated with SRJC?
No. This is independent tutoring and is not affiliated with Santa Rosa Junior College.