After this course, the students should be able to:

1. Acquire the knowledge related to the normal function of the human body.
2. Describe the pathophysiological basis of disordered functions of the human body.
3. Acquire the necessary practical skills relevant to human physiology at the preclinical level.
4. Analyze critically the physiological concepts in health and their derangements in disease.
5. Develop specifically communication skills needed for medical practice.
6. Develop basic clinical skills in assessing patients.