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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Physiology | |||
| Reference | HS1140 | Version | 1 |
| Created | May 2021 | SCQF Level | SCQF 7 |
| Approved | June 2021 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | ECTS Points | 7.5 | |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| The aim of this module is to examine the structure and function of the major physiological systems of the human body. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
|---|---|
| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Describe the structure of the human body's major physiological systems. |
| 2 | Explain the function of the human body's major physiological systems. |
| 3 | Relate the structure to the functions of the human body's major physiological systems. |
| 4 | Demonstrate the necessary professionalism through attendance at learning opportunities required for safe practice. |
| Indicative Module Content |
|---|
| The structure and function of the key physiological systems including: cardiovascular, respiratory, muscular, nervous, endocrine, digestive, renal system and Immune system. Fundamentals of human physiology including cells, tissues and homeostasis. |
| Module Delivery |
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| Blended delivery comprising on campus and online learning and engagement. This will include Digital Learning Resources, Tutorials and Practical sessions. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 34 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 116 | 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 |
| Description: | Closed Book Exam | ||||
| Component 2 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 0% | Outcomes Assessed: | 4 |
| Description: | Minimal module attendance requirement of 80% | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 grade based on grading proforma. Component 2 is a minimum modular attendance requirement of 80% | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | Component 1 A; Component 2 Pass |
| B | Component 1 B; Component 2 Pass |
| C | Component 1 C; Component 2 Pass |
| D | Component 1 D; Component 2 Pass |
| E | Component 1 E; Component 2 Pass |
| F | Component 1 F and/or fails Component 2 |
| 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 | KENNEY, W.L., WILMORE, J. H. & COSTILL, D. L., 2015. Physiology of sport and exercise. 6th ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics. |
| 2 | MCARDLE, W. D., KATCH, F. I. & KATCH, V. L., 2014. Exercise physiology, energy, nutrition and human performance. 8th ed. London: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. |
| 3 | MARIEB, E.N. & KELLER, S.M., 2017 Essentials of human anatomy and physiology. 12th ed. Harlow: Pearson Education. |
| 4 | MARTINI, J.L., NATH, J.L. & BARTHOLOMEW, E.F., 2018. Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology. 11th ed. Harlow: Pearson Education. |
| 5 | TORTORA, G. J. & DERRICKSON, B. H., 2019. Introduction to the Human Body 11th ed. New York: Wiley. |