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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Human Physiology and Nutrition | |||
| Reference | HS2161 | Version | 1 |
| Created | March 2023 | SCQF Level | SCQF 8 |
| Approved | June 2023 | SCQF Points | 30 |
| Amended | ECTS Points | 15 | |
| Aims of Module | |||
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| To provide students with an understanding of the function and structure of major physiological systems in normal and selected disease states. Students will also gain knowledge of the processes involved in the digestion, absorption and metabolism of nutrients as well as how the body regulates energy and adapts to exercise. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Describe the structure and function of the major physiological systems in the body and examine the impact of selected nutrition-related diseases on these systems. |
| 2 | Explain the physiological processes involved in the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of macro and micronutrients. |
| 3 | Explain the physiological mechanisms that regulate fluid and energy balance and understand how the body adapts to physical activity and exercise. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Physiological systems: structure, function; malnutrition, common nutrition-related diseases e. g. (bowel disease, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, stroke) ;function and structure of the gastrointestinal system; digestion, absorption, metabolism of macronutrients and micronutrients; hunger, satiety, hormonal signals, homeostasis, water, fluid balance, energy expenditure and energy balance, physiological adaptations to exercise and physical activity. |
| Module Delivery |
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| Blended delivery comprising on campus and online learning and engagement. This will include workshops, tutorials, seminars, keynote lectures and digital learning resources. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 60 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 240 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 300 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3 |
| Description: | Essay | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 comprises 100% of the module grade. To pass the module a D grade is required. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A C1 grade A |
| B | B C1 grade B |
| C | C C1 grade C |
| D | D C1 grade D |
| E | E C1 grade E |
| F | F C1 grade F |
| 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 | |
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| 1 | COLE L.A and KRAMER P.R., 2015. Human Physiology, Biochemistry and Basic Medicine. Elsevier |
| 2 | LANHAM-NEW, SA, et al. 2020. Introduction to Human Nutrition: The Nutrition Society Textbook Series. Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Ltd. |
| 3 | MCARDLE et al. 2022. Exercise physiology, nutrition, energy, and human performance. 9th Ed. Philadelphia Lippincott Williams and Wilkins. |