| Module Title |
Physiology for Health Sciences |
| Module Code |
PHS1003 (ITS: SS103) |
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Faculty |
Health & Human Performance |
School |
Science & Health |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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Description
To examine the contribution of physiological systems to the function of the human body.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the relationship between cell, tissue, organ and whole body function
2. Describe the physiological processes that contribute to the maintenance of homeostasis.
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Lecture | 36 | In class lectures | | Independent Study | 89 | Independent Study |
| Total Workload: 125 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 11571 | Part of Term | Semester 1 | | Coursework | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | Y | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Sarahjane Cullen | Module Teacher | Hannah Goss |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Loop Quiz | MCQ | 25% | Week 6 | | Loop Quiz | MCQ | 25% | Week 12 | | Essay | n/a | 50% | Week 12 |
| 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
Introduction to physiology Ch. 1
Cell structure and function Ch 2
The endocrine system Ch 6
Nerve cell signalling Ch 8 & 9
Muscle contraction Ch 13
Respiratory system Ch 17 & 18
Cardiovascular system Ch 14 & 15
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- Germann WJ, Stanfield CL.: 0, Principles of Human Physiology, 2nd Edition, Pearson Benjamin Cummings.,
Articles:
None |
Other Resources
None |
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