BIOS 1033 Concepts in Human Physiology
Legacy Code 301254
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Student Contribution Band
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Describe the component parts of a cell and how cell interactions occur
- Recognise that all physiological systems are interdependent
- Define the concept of homeostasis and explain how different mechanisms regulate its function
- Explain physical, chemical and electrical principles of cell communication
- Recognise structure and function relationships
- Collect and interpret data from practical classes investigating physiological principles
Subject Content
1.Cell function, membranes, communication and their interdependence
2.Information flow: a. Physical principals of physiology: pressure driven (flow, viscosity and resistance) and electrically driven (force, potential, and currents) b. Chemical principles of physiology: energy, intermolecular forces, gradients and kinetics
3.Homeostasis
4.Interpretation of physiological data
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 x tutorial worksheets | 30 minutes each | 40 | N | Individual | |
| 3 x Practical Quizzes | 15 minutes each | 30 | N | Individual | |
| Multiple choice and/or short answer quizzes x2 | 30 minutes each | 30 | Y | Individual |