BIOS 1033 Concepts in Human Physiology

Legacy Code 301254

Coordinator Sabine Piller Opens in new window

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Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  1. Describe the component parts of a cell and how cell interactions occur
  2. Recognise that all physiological systems are interdependent
  3. Define the concept of homeostasis and explain how different mechanisms regulate its function
  4. Explain physical, chemical and electrical principles of cell communication
  5. Recognise structure and function relationships
  6. 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

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