| Module Title |
Anatomy & Physiology |
| Module Code |
PHS1001 (ITS: NS119A) |
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Faculty |
Science & Health |
School |
Nursing, PsyT & Comm Health |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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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.
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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.
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| 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 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 20805 | Part of Term | Semester 2 | | Coursework | 20% | Examination Weight | 80% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | N | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Paul Buchanan | Module Teacher | |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Loop Quiz | 8 quiz's corresponding to each topic | 20% | Every Week | | Formal Examination | End-of-Semester Final Examination | 80% | End-of-Semester |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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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
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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.
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- Charles Welsh,Cynthia Prentice-Craver: 0, Hole's Human Anatomy and Physiology, 16th Ed, 1260598187
- Vanputte C, Regan J, Russo AF.: 2016, Seeley's Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology, 9th, McGraw Hill, UK,
Articles:
None |
Other Resources
- 1: Tablet App, 2021, Visible Bodies - Human Anatomy Atlas 2022, Argosy Publishing
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