Module Title
Human Anatomy And Physiology II
Keywords
Integumentary, skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary and digestive systems |
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Prerequisites for Module
The student should be familiar with module AS2055 or its equivalent.
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To enable the student to explain the anatomy, histology and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary and digestive systems.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Identify the histological structure and functions of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary and digestive systems.
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Discuss the physiology of the respiratory, cardiovascular, urinary and digestive systems.
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Explain the functions of the integumentary, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary and digestive systems, in the maintenance of homeostasis.
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Indicative Module Content
Integumentary SystemL histology, anatomy and physiology. Skeletal systemL histology and anatomy of bone, joints and ligaments, ossification, bone physiology. Muscular System: anatomy and histology of muscle, molecular, histological and anatomical events in muscle contraction. THe cardiovascular system: anatomy of heart and vessels, conduction system, cardiac cycle, homeostasis and control, lymphatic vessels and tissues. Respiratory system: anatomy and histology, volumes, respiration and its control, gas exchange and transport. Urinary system: anatomy and histology, physiological role, regulation and control. Digestive system: anatomy and histology of gastrointestinal tract and accessory organs, digestive processes.
| Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Lectures
| 40 | Tutorials/Seminars
| 10 | Computer Exercises
| 10 | Supervised Assessments
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Directed Study
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| 38 |
Private Study
| | Private Study
| 50 |
Mode of Delivery
Lecture based course, supplemented with computer-based and tutorial group exercises.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Coursework | 2,3
| | Examination | 1,2,3
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The coursework will consist of problem solving exercises and Class Tests.
The examination will consist mainly of extended response questions.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | L E Sherwood, Human PhysiologyL from cells to systems (3rd Edit.) Wadsworth, 1997.
| | 2. | G T Tortora and S R Grabowski, Princples of Anatomy and Physiology, 8th Edit., HarperCollins College Publishers. 1996.
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