Module Details

Module Code: PHOL6001
Title: Applied Anatomy and Physiology
Long Title: Applied Anatomy and Physiology
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4216 - Physiology
Module Delivered in: 4 programme(s)
Module Description: This module deals with the structures and functions of the human body organ systems. It describes the components of each of the systems and how these systems interrelate. It also describes diseases and disorders associated with the systems and refers to the relevant biomedical equipment.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe the structure and organisation of the systems of the human body.
LO2 Illustrate and discuss the components of selected human systems.
LO3 Describe the physiology of selected human systems.
LO4 Explain the interrelationship of each of these systems to the functioning of the human body.
LO5 Describe diseases and disorders associated with the systems and refer to relevant biomedical equipment and devices.
LO6 Perform and report on laboratory experiments which supplement the lecture material.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).

The students are strongly recommended to undertake a biology based subject at secondary school level
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.

No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Overview of human body systems
Cardiovascular system
Structure and function of the cardiovascular system, physiology of the heart as a pump. Associated diseases and biomedical devices.
Digestive system
Structure and function of the digestive system. Biomedical equipment used in investigation of digestive disorders.
Musculoskeletal system
Structure and function of the musculoskeletal system, examples of diseases and disorders associated with the musculoskeletal system and associated biomedical devices.
Urinary system
Structure and function of the urinary system, physiology of the kidneys as a filter. Detection of abnormal function. Diseases associated with the urinary system.
Endocrine system
The main endocrine glands and their hormones. Examples of diseases associated with the endocrine system.
Nervous system
Structure and function of the nervous system. Structure of a typical neuron. Transmission of nerve impulses. Chemical synapse. Specialised receptor organs (eye, ear).
Respiratory system
Structure and function of the respiratory system. Biomedical equipment and illnesses associated with the respiratory system.
Immune system
Immunity - non-specific, specific, memory, cell mediated, humoral, recognition of self/ non-self, rejection, bio-compatibility.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Theory assessment
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Theory Assessment
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcomes 6
Assessment Description
Practical Laboratory Reports
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class based instruction Every Week 3.00 3
Lab Contact Practical Laboratory sessions Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Unassisted learning time Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 8.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Gray, Henry, 1825–1861.. (2000), Anatomy of the human body, by Henry Gray. 20th ed., thoroughly rev. and re-edited by Warren H. Lewis., 20th ed.,. Philadelphia: Lea & Febiger, 1918, [ISBN: 1-58734-102-6.].
  • David N.Shier,Jackie.L Butler,Ricki Lewis. (2008), Holes Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology, 10th. McGraw-Hill Higher Education, UK, [ISBN: 978-0071283526].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Kleinsmith, l.J., Kish, V.M. (1988), Principles of Cell Biology, Harper & Row.
  • Carola, Harley and Noback. (1991), Human Anatomy & Physiology, McGraw-hill.
  • Herrmann, H.. (1989), Cell Biology, Harper & Row.
  • Hole, J.W. (Jr). (1990), Human Anatomy & Physiology, WCB Publisher.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EBIOM_8 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering 2 Mandatory
CR_EBIME_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering 2 Mandatory
CR_EOMNI_8 Engineering Common Entry (Level 8) 2 Elective
CR_EBIME_6 Higher Certificate in Engineering in Biomedical Engineering 2 Mandatory