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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Applied Physiology And Introduction To Pathology
Reference HS1117 Version 5
Created February 2023 SCQF Level SCQF 7
Approved May 2015 SCQF Points 15
Amended June 2023 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To provide the student with an applied understanding of the physiological basis of all body systems, and how this impacts upon function in the presence and absence of pathology.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Describe the structure and function of different cells and tissues within the human body.
2 Describe the structure of the major systems of the body.
3 Relate and apply normal physiology and the structure of the major body systems to their functions.
4 Discuss normal function of all major body systems and identify what occurs in the presence of pathology.

Indicative Module Content
The structure and function of different tissues, identifying the specialisation of their cellular components and relating them to the organ systems which they subserve. The systems to be included: immune system, cardiovascular, heart and vessels; respiratory - lungs and gas exchange; gastrointestinal - gut and digestive system; genitourinary - kidneys and the bladder, reproductive, musculoskeletal, osteology, myology, anthology, endocrine gland and hormonal control and regulation, CNS, ANS and PNS. Introduction to pathological processes including inflammation, soft tissue healing, fractures and cancer, diabetes and neurological diseases.

Module Delivery
Workshops and tutorials. Recorded lectures, online live classrooms and directed learning via text books, journal articles and external web base resources.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 45 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 105 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 150 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Examination Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: Multiple Choice Question Examination
Component 2
Type: Coursework Weighting: 0% Outcomes Assessed: 3
Description: This relates to a minimum of 80% mandatory attendance of all scheduled module delivery. Attendance will be assessed on a pass/unsuccessful basis.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
C1 is assessed on an A-F basis and is 100% of the grade. To achieve a pass a grade D or above is required and a pass in C2 (80% module attendance).
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A C1 grade A and C2 pass
B C1 grade B and C2 pass
C C1 grade C and C2 pass
D C1 grade D and C2 pass
E C1 grade E and C2 pass
F C1 grade F and/or C2 Unsuccessful
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None, in addition to course entry requirements
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 HUBERT R.J. and VAN METER, K.C. 2022. Gould's pathology for the Health Professions. (7th Ed.) Elsevier, London.
2 WIDMAIER, E.P., RAFF, H., STRANG, K.T AND VANDER, A.J. 2022. Vander's Human Physiology: The Mechanisms of Body Function. 16th Ed. McGraw Hill. New York.
3 WELSH, C.J., PRENTICE-CRAVER, C., SHIER, D., BUTLER, J. and LEWIS, R. 2022. Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology 16th Edition. McGraw Hill. New York.

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