Postgraduate Course: Introduction to Physiology for Biomechanics (MSBM08003)
Course Outline
| School | School of Biomedical Sciences |
College | College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine |
| Course type | Standard |
Availability | Not available to visiting students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 8 (Postgraduate) |
Credits | 20 |
| Home subject area | Medical Sciences (Biomedical Sciences) |
Other subject area | School (School of Engineering) |
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Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | A systematic survey of general mammalian (mainly human) physiology which lays the groundwork for all subsequent courses in Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience. Course topics include: the composition of body fluids and fluid homeostasis, membrane structure in relation to function, nerves and hormones, the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and gastro-intestinal systems and an introduction to reproductive physiology. |
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
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Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | n/a |
Course Delivery Information
| Not being delivered |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
- A knowledge and understanding of the action of the major physiological systems in the human body.
- Experience of conducting individual literature research in producing a major course essay.
- Enhancing laboratory competence via: bench work and group practical work developing co-operation skills.
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Assessment Information
| 1 x 1500 word essay (18%); practicals (10%); degree theory examination (72%). |
Special Arrangements
| An introductory tutorial will be delivered. |
Additional Information
| Academic description |
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| Syllabus |
http://student.biology.ed.ac.uk/undergraduate/
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| Transferable skills |
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| Reading list |
http://student.biology.ed.ac.uk/undergraduate/
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| Study Abroad |
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| Study Pattern |
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| Keywords | Physiology |
Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Peter Flatman
Tel: (0131 6)50 3254
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Course secretary | Ms Lisa Ketchion
Tel: (0131 6)51 1629
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