BI1AP12-Anatomy & Physiology

Module Provider: School of Biological Sciences
Number of credits: 20 [10 ECTS credits]
Level:4
Terms in which taught: Autumn / Spring term module
Pre-requisites:
Non-modular pre-requisites:
Co-requisites:
Modules excluded: AP1A27 Introductory Physiology and BI1BH12 Human Physiology and FB1PN Introduction to Human Physiology and Nutrition
Current from: 2023/4

Module Convenor: Dr Natasha Barrett
Email: n.e.barrett@reading.ac.uk

Type of module:

Summary module description:

Anatomy and Physiology introduces the amazing structure and function of key bodily systems to explore how organs work to support life.ÌýWhilst focussing on the context of a healthy Human, the structure and function of the Human body is consolidated through selected comparisons made to other vertebrates.Ìý Theoretical knowledge, to introduce the structure and function of each of the main body systems, is gained through lectures, and then applied in practical classes.

Aims:

• To provide students with an introduction to the disciplines of anatomy and physiology through studies on systems in Humans.ÌýÌý


• To introduce the basic anatomy of the Human body and the physiological processes taking place every day.


• To consolidate understanding of the Human body through comparisons to a range of other vertebrates.


• To take a systems-approach to the body and start to explore how the functional requirements drive the structure of the body, whilst the structure enables the functional capabilities.ÌýÌý


• Theoretical knowledge is gained through lectures and then applied in practical classes

Assessable learning outcomes:

At the end of the course students should be able to:Ìý

• LO1:Ìý Describe the anatomy (structure) and physiology (function) of the Human body.


• LO2:Ìý Describe physiological principles such as homeostasis and feedback mechanisms.


• LO3:Ìý Describe how the systems interact and work together to produce the overall structure and function of the Human.

Additional outcomes:

Develop practical laboratory skills and basic laboratory techniques.ÌýDevelop data analysis skills such as arithmetical skills in calculations based on practical exercises as well as molarity and concentration calculations.ÌýDevelop data presentation skills such as the production of graphical data.ÌýDevelop critical analysis skills through reflection on the quality of data produced.ÌýDevelop computer literacy through completion and submission of online coursework.ÌýDevelop the ability to work in the laboratory as a member of a small team.

Outline content:

The lecturesÌýcover the main systems within the Human body and may introduce similarities and differences to other vertebrates, including:

• Introduction to Anatomy


• Introduction to Physiology (homeostasis, body fluids)


• Cardiovascular system


• Respiratory system


• Blood system


• Gastro-intestinal system


• Renal system


• Nervous system


• Specialsenses (eyes, ears, nose and throat)


• Musculo-skeletal system


• Skin


• Immune system


• Endocrine system


• Reproductive systems

Practical sessions apply some of the theory covered in the lectures.

Global context:

A systems-based approach to understand anatomy and physiology in Humans, consolidated through selected comparisons to a range of vertebrates.

Brief description of teaching and learning methods:

Theoretical knowledge will be gained through formal lectures and then be applied in practical sessions.