Module Details

Module Code: BIOL C1604
Module Title: Physiology and Cell Biology 2
Title: Physiology and Cell Biology 2
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Paula Rankin
Module Author:: Thomae Kakouli-Duarte
Domains:  
Module Description: Physiology: To provide the student with an understanding of the functions and control of the Nervous, Urinary and Endocrine Systems.
Cell Biology: To impart knowledge of basic cell biology and microbiology with special emphasis on (a) association between cell structure and function and human disease and (b) microbial growth and disease transmission and prevention.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Physiology: Describe the physiology of the Nervous, Urinary and Endocrine Systems of the Human body.
LO2 Cell Biology: Describe the structure and functions of cells and tissues.
LO3 Cell Biology: Explain basic concepts of microbiology and carry out basic histological and microbiological techniques.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Physiology System 1 - The Nervous System
Anatomical and functional divisions of the nervous system, Structure, function and classification of neurons and neuroglial cells. Neurotransmission, resting membrane and action potentials
Physiology System 2 - The Urinary System
Structure and function of the urinary system, detailed physiology of the processes involved in urine production and micturition.
Physiology System 3 - The Endocrine System
Classification of hormones, overview of the location of the major endocrine glands, major actions and feedback regulation of the hormones produced by the Hypothalamus, Pituitary, Thyroid, Adrenal Glands and Pancreas
Cell Biology
Cellular genetic processes with emphasis on genetic disease. Introduction to basic concepts of immunology and overview of cells involved in the immune response. Tissues: epithelial, connective, muscle and nervous.
Microbiology
Introduction to micro-organisms: bacteria, fungi, protozoans, viruses. Environmental factors affecting microbial growth. Introduction to mechanisms by which microbes overcome host defences. Sources and modes of infection. Prevention procedures: methods of sterilization and disinfection
Practical
Practicals will develop skills in the use of the light microscope and the application of simple histological and anatomical techniques. In addition practicals will include application of the fundamental principles of Microbiology, with special reference to the transmission and the prevention of disease, and the utilisation of basic microbiological techniques and methodologies.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment75.00%
Practical25.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 75
Timing Ongoing Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Physiology continuous assessment will account for a total of 50% of the module grade, and involve a maximum of 2-3 in class assignments such as MCQ, short answer, true or false type questions, and/or project or presentation type work.
The Cell Biology continuous assessment will account for 25% of the module grade. It will involve a maximum of 2 in class assignments such as MCQ, short answer, true or false type questions, and/or project or presentation type work.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
A practical log book and by observing student performance and conduct in practical classes
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Laboratory Contact Cell Biology Practical will involve one two hour practical class per week for 12 weeks 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Lecture Contact Physiology will involve 3 one hour lecture/theory classes each week for 12 weeks. Cell Biology will involve 1 one hour of lecture/theory classes per week for 12 weeks 12 Weeks per Stage 4.00 48
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact No Description 15 Weeks per Stage 3.53 53
Total Weekly Contact Hours 6.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Frederic H. Martini,Judi L. Nath,Edwin F. Bartholomew. (2017), Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology, 11th. Pearson, p.1296, [ISBN: 9780134396026].
  • Lauralee Sherwood. (2016), Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems, 9 th. Nelson Education, p.912, [ISBN: 9781285866932].
  • Michael Madigan, Kelly Bender, Daniel Buckley, W. Sattley, David Stahl. (2019), Brock Biology of Microorganisms, 15th. Pearson Education Limited, Harlow, United Kingdom, [ISBN: 9781292235103].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
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