Module: Anatomy and Physiology

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Anatomy and Physiology
Module Code	NS119
School	38
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Paul Buchanan Semester 2: Paul Buchanan Autumn: Paul Buchanan
Module Teachers	Paul Buchanan
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Repeat examination
A full 40 MCQ paper with new set of questions.

Description

The aim of this module is to enable students to develop an understanding of the structure, location and function of the systems of the human body.

Learning Outcomes

1. Understand the Principles of Human Physiology
2. Describe the major systems of the body
3. Label the relevant anatomical structures within each system.
4. Summarize the functions of each system
5. Understand the inter-relationship between systems in the maintenance of homeostasis.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	28	Lecture class discussion buzz groups questions and answers
Independent Study	48	Library work reading
Fieldwork	49	Examination preparation and self assessment
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Structure and function of body systems
Physiology of Endocrine system, Nervous system, Cardiovascular system, Respiratory system, Urinary system, Gastrointestinal, Immune System, Integumentary system, Skeletal system, and Muscle system.

Homeostasis
Understand the inter-relationship between systems in the maintenance of homeostasis. Recall key homeostatic systems throughout the bodily systems and how their disruption can lead to disease.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	0%	Examination Weight	100%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Charles Welsh: 2020, Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology, 16th Ed, McGraw-Hill Education, 1260251349
Vanputte C, Regan J, Russo AF.: 2016, Seeley's Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology, 9th, McGraw Hill, UK,

Other Resources

60893, Tablet App, 2021, Visible Bodies - Human Anatomy Atlas 2022, Argosy Publishing,

Programme or List of Programmes

BNCG	BSc in Children's & General Nursing
BNGN	BSc in Nursing (General)
BNID	BSc in Nursing (Intellectual Disability)
BNPY	BSc in Nursing (Mental Health)

Date of Last Revision

20-MAY-11

Archives: