Module Details
Module Code: |
BIOL C1604 |
Module Title:
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Physiology and Cell Biology 2
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Title:
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Physiology and Cell Biology 2
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Module Level:: |
6 |
Module Coordinator: |
Paula Rankin
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Module Author:: |
Thomae Kakouli-Duarte
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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.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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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.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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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
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Physiology System 2 - The Urinary System
Structure and function of the urinary system, detailed physiology of the processes involved in urine production and micturition.
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 75.00% |
Practical | 25.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
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.
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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 |
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Contact |
Cell Biology Practical will involve one two hour practical class per week for 12 weeks |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Lecture |
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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 |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
15 Weeks per Stage |
3.53 |
53 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
6.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Frederic H. Martini,Judi L. Nath,Edwin F. Bartholomew. (2017), Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology, 11th. Pearson, p.1296, [ISBN: 9780134396026].
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Lauralee Sherwood. (2016), Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems, 9 th. Nelson Education, p.912, [ISBN: 9781285866932].
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Michael Madigan, Kelly Bender, Daniel Buckley, W. Sattley, David Stahl. (2019), Brock Biology of Microorganisms, 15th. Pearson Education Limited, Harlow, United Kingdom, [ISBN: 9781292235103].
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Other Resources |
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