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Anatomy and physiology

BIO1301
3 hours English

Anatomy and physiology

Anatomy and physiology642
1 Cells, tissues and organs / The cell membrane / Cell-eating and drinking / Cytoplasm / The nucleus and DNA / Cell division / Mitochondria and cellular respiration / Tissue types / Epithelial cells / Connective tissue / Dense and specialized connective tissue / Muscle tissue / Voluntary muscle / Smooth muscle / Cardiac muscle / Nervous tissue / Organs and organ systems
2 Skeletal system Muscle / Organisation of skeletal muscles / Skeletal system / Skull and sinuses / Spine and ribs / Ossicles and hyoid bone / Appendicular skeleton / Foot bones / Bone tissue / Ossification / Growth plates / Bone structure / Compact and spongy bone / Bone marrow
3 Blood / Plasma / Plasma proteins / Blood cell differentiation / Haemoglobin / Carbon monoxide / Erythrocytes / Erythropoiesis / ABO blood types and transfusion
4 Immunity / Types of immunity / Skin and secretions / Commensals / Mucus / Self and non-self / Parasites / Toxoplasma gondii / Worms / Fungus and yeast / Bacteria / Viruses
5 Cardiovascular system / Circulation / Arteries and veins / Capillaries / Hydrostatic pressure / Fluid exchange / The heart / Pericardium / Myocardium and endocardium / Four chambers, four vessels, four valves / Right side of the heart / Left side of the heart / Aorta / The cardiac cycle
6 Respiratory system / Lungs / Respiration / Air and altitude / Partial pressure / Airways / Nasal cavity / Warming and humidifying / Pharynx / Eustachian drainage / Oropharynx / Larynx / Speech / Trachea
7 Renal system / Urinary tract / Kidneys / Drainage / Nephron / Filtration / Reabsorption / Secondary active transport / Water and glucose transport / Secretion and hydrogen ions / Urine / Fluid balance
8 Digestive system / Metabolism / Carbohydrate / Fibre and protein / Fats and cholesterol / Vitamins and minerals / Hunger and satiety / Leptin and body mass index / The peritoneum / Gastric smooth muscle and mucosa / The mouth and salivary glands / Swallowing / Stomach / Gastric secretions
9 Nervous system / Central nervous system / Peripheral nervous system / Motor and sensory nerves / Neurons / Action potentials / Synapses and neurotransmitters / Microglia, ependymal cells, satellite cells and Schwann cells / Neuron damage / Pain transmission
10 Endocrine system & Reproductive system / Hormones / Receptors / Hypothalamus / Anterior pituitary hormones / Thyroid / Adrenal gland / Male reproductive system / Female reproductive system
12 Human anatomy (Tissue type)
13 Anatomy of Digestion system in human
14 Digestion of starch by Salivary Amylase enzyme+ (Fehling’s solution test-confirmation experiment)
15 Gastric juice (Pepsin enzyme test+ Renin enzyme test)
16 Pancreatic juice (Trypsin enzyme test)
17 Pancreatic juice (Lipase enzyme test)
18 Anatomy of Kidney in human
19 Urine Analysis experiments (1)
20 Urine Analysis experiments (2)
21 Abnormal urine experiment (diabetes)
22 Abnormal urine experiment (protein-bile pigments)
23 Glucose tolerance test (GTT)
24 Anatomy of Respiratory system in human
25 Using a spirometer to investigate human lung function
26 Final Exam (Lab)
1.1 Mapped to: K1

Describe the general body organization and anatomical terminology.

Teaching Strategy Introductory lecture gives an overview of the content and significance of the course and of its relationship to students’ existing knowledge. Lectures Seminars
Assessment Methods 1.Homework Interactive 2.discussion 3.Short exam 4-Final exam
1.2 Mapped to: K2

Describe the structure and function of cell, tissues, skin, skeletal system, muscular system, blood and cardiovascular system

Teaching Strategy Introductory lecture gives an overview of the content and significance of the course and of its relationship to students’ existing knowledge. Lectures Seminars
Assessment Methods 1.Presentations 2.Quizzes 3.. Problem solving
2.1 Mapped to: S1 &S2

Explain in-depth understanding the principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships.

Teaching Strategy Lecture Debate Small group work Group discussion Lab demonstrations
Assessment Methods Exam must contain questions that can measure these skills.
2.2 Mapped to: S3

Interpret a basic understanding of the integration of organ systems to maintain homeostasis

Teaching Strategy Brain storming
Assessment Methods Quiz and exams Discussions after the lecture
3.1 Mapped to: V1

Appraise the cooperation through teamwork to make a decision.

Teaching Strategy Case Study - Active learning
Assessment Methods Evaluate the scientific values of reports. Evaluate the work in team
3.2 Mapped to: V1

Work dynamically as a team member and be effective in sharing ideas and engaging in fruitful discussion.

Teaching Strategy Homework (preparing a report on some topics related to the course depending on web sites).
Assessment Methods Evaluate the efforts of each student in preparing the report. Evaluation of student presentations
Assessment
Weight
Exercises & Homework, Quiz
10%
Exam Midterm (Lecture)
20%
Lab weekly activities
10%
Final Exam (Lab)
10%
Final Exam (theoretical)
50%
Total
100%