module specification

This module introduces students to the theoretical and practical aspects of human anatomy and physiology in health and disease. It is designed for life-science students with an interest in human biology, but particularly for those wishing to pursue advanced studies in Dietetics, Nutrition and Pharmacology.

This module aims to provide students, through lectures, tutorials and practical classes, with a sound knowledge of human body structure using appropriate anatomical nomenclature and an in-depth understanding of the physiology of selected body systems. The module will also aim to introduce basic concepts in immunology and pathology.
 

This module will introduce to students the concept of homeostasis within a physiological context, highlighting where appropriate the relationship between the failure of homeostasis and the resulting disease.

This module will also instruct students on anatomical terminology and how such terms can be applied to describing the location of body structures and their spatial relationship to one other.

The structure, function and regulation of human physiological systems will be covered in –depth, and laboratory sessions will allow students to measure and evaluate their own respiratory and cardiovascular function.

(LO1-3)

Student learning and understanding of human anatomy and physiology will be developed through an integrated programme of lectures, practical sessions, tutorials, directed coursework and on-line resources.

Lectures will be used to provide a conceptual framework and introduce students to the fundamental aspects of anatomical and physiological sciences.  Tutorials will be used to expand knowledge into more applied areas of anatomy and physiology, often using case-study approaches.  Students will be expected to prepare for tutorial sessions by reviewing appropriate material and devoting study time to problem-solving exercises.

Practical sessions will expand students’ knowledge and understanding of applied anatomy and physiology.  These sessions are also used to emphasise the need to record experimental data rapidly and accurately, to produce and interpret results obtained from the sessions  and to present material in a clear and appropriate scientific style.

A web based virtual learning environment is available to support, reinforce and test student understanding through the use of on-line quizzes and access to additional learning resources.  Students would be expected to use the on-line resources for assisted study..

On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:

1. display an appreciation of the ways in which thermodynamic principles provide an understanding of biochemical processes;
2. display knowledge of the structure, properties and distribution of biomolecules;
3. have knowledge of enzyme structure and function and show critical thinking in relation to evaluation and analysing laboratory data.
    

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