Prerequisites for Module
None, in addition to course entry requirements.
Corequisite Modules
AS1002 (Introductory Science).
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To provide students with the ability to understand the structure and function of the body at tissue, organ and cellular levels; and to develop basic skills in laboratory techniques.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Describe the structural arrangements integral to the functions of tissues, organs and specialized cells.
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Describe the composition of blood, the different kinds of muscle tissue and their functions.
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Describe the structure and function of the reproductive system,the lungs and respiratory system, and the nervous system; explain the processes of reproduction and development and the nature of excitable tissues.
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Explain the principles of genetics and human heredity.
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Demonstrate basic laboratory skills in biology and chemistry essential to the study of nutrition.
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Indicative Module Content
An outline of the structure and function of epithelial and connective tissues. Anatomical locations of the main organs. The components of blood and the function of plasma, platelets, erythrocytes and leukocytes; the difference between serum and plasma; blood groups, haematocrit, and the processes of haemostasis and haemopoiesis. Principles of gametogenesis, genetics and heredity; the reproductive structures and their modification during the menstrual cycle and pregnancy; outline of embryonic and foetal development. Anatomy and physiology of the repiratory system including control of breathing and gas transport. The CNS, nervous tissue, neurones and specialized functions including synapses and transmission of action potentials. Muscle and contraction. Principles of hormonal communication and the role of the hypothalamus-pituitary axis. Chemistry and physiology practicals.
| Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Assessment
| 3 | Lectures
| 32 | Practicals
| 16 | Tutorials
| 12 |
Private Study
| | Private Study
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Mode of Delivery
Theoretical material is delivered by lectures and discussed in tutorials with a series of supporting, practical laboratory classes.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2,3,4
| | Component 2 | 1,2,3,4,5
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C2 is coursework, consisting of reports based on practical work in the chemistry and biology laboratories.
C1 is an examination.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | HUETHER, S.E. and MCCANCE, K.L., 2007. Understanding Pathophysiology, 4th ed. St Louis: CV Mosby and Co.
| | 2. | KOEPPEN, B.M. and STANTON, B.A., 2010. Physiology, 6th ed. St Louis: Elsevier Mosby.
| | 3. | REED, R. et al., 2003. Practical Skills in Biomolecular Sciences. 2nd ed. Pearson Education Ltd.
| | 4. | TORTORA, G.J. and DERRICKSON, B., 2008. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, 12th ed. Hoboken, N.J.: John Wiley and Sons.
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