PHYSIOL 2510 - Physiology IIA: Heart, Lung & Neuromuscular Systems

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2014

Physiology is the study of the function of the human body. This course is designed to develop critical skills and provide a foundation in human physiology with an emphasis on homeostasis and human performance. The major lecture topics covered are cellular physiology, neuromuscular physiology, and the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Topics include how the cardiovascular and respiratory systems adapt in normal conditions and during challenges such as exercise and stress. In the practical laboratory sessions, students undertake a human-based research project that includes the testing of a hypothesis, review of the relevant research literature, collection and analysis of data, and presentation of results and conclusions. The practical component is supported by on-line workshops that lead to a deeper understanding of research methods, ethical considerations, experimental techniques, and data processing in scientific research.

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Course Details

Course Code	PHYSIOL 2510
Course	Physiology IIA: Heart, Lung & Neuromuscular Systems
Coordinating Unit	Physiology
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 9 hours per week
Prerequisites	(CHEM 1100 & CHEM 1200 or CHEM 1101 & CHEM 1201) or (BIOLOGY 1101 & BIOLOGY 1201 or ANAT SC 1102 & ANAT SC 1103) or 6 units of other Level I quantitative sciences with approval of Head of Discipline of Physiology or Head of School Medical Sciences
Incompatible	PHYSIOL 2511 or PHYSIOL 2101
Assumed Knowledge	6 units of Level I Chemistry or Biology
Assessment	End of semester written exam, practical assessments

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Professor David Saint

Course Coordinator: Dr David Saint
Phone: +61 8 8313
Email: david.saint@adelaide.edu.au
Location: Medical School South

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

1	Understand the function and control of the following areas of physiology: - the cellular basis of neuromuscular physiology - skeletal muscle organisation and function - nervous system control of voluntary movement - the cardiovascular system - the respiratory system
2	Understand that the control of physiological variables involves interactions between different systems
3	Be able to apply their knowledge of physiological systems to develop an understanding of real life situations
4	Understand the processes involved in testing an hypothesis, and how an hypothesis is derived from an idea plus a knowledge of the relevant physiology.
5	Be able to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information relevant to the formulation, testing and evaluation of this hypothesis.
6	Understand the concepts of adequate experimental design, experimental controls, sound experimental technique and data analysis and interpretation
7	Have used contemporary approaches and techniques to test this hypothesis
8	Understand the role of teamwork in addressing scientific problems.
9	Be able to communicate their understanding of physiology in oral and written formats

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.	1-2
The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.	5
An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.	6-8
Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.	8-9
A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.	7
A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.	2-3
An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.	4, 6

Learning & Teaching Modes

This course will be delivered in the following means:
24 lectures, in class exams and interactive lectures
24 hours practical
6 hours tutorials

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

Lectures: 24 during the semester (average of 3 per week). These include interactive revision sessions and in-class exams. Subtotal 24 hrs
Practicals: 6 sessions of 4 hours duration (one per fortnight) Subtotal 24 hrs
Tutorials: 6 sessions of 1 hr Subtotal 6 hrs
TOTAL 54 hrs

Learning Activities Summary

Week	Topic	Lecture
Week 1	Nervous system.	Introduction, Sensory perception, Membrane potentials.
Week 2	Nervous system	Action potentials, Signal Conduction
Week 3	Nervous system	Synaptic transmission, Lectorial on block NS
Week 4	Motor control	Overview
Week 5	Motor control	Skeletal muscle I and II, Sensory feedback
Week 6	Motor control	Human movement, Movement disorders, Lectorial on Motor control
Week 7	Cardiovascular system	Smooth and Cardiac Muscle, Cardiac Excitation,
Week 8	Cardiovascular system	Arteries, Capillaries, Veins
Week 9	Cardiovascular system / Respiration	Blood pressure control, Respiration introduction, lectorial on Cardiovascular system
Week 10	Respiration	Ventilation and Gas exchange, Gas transport
Week 11	Respiration	Control of ventilation, Lung defences, Lectorial on Respiration
Week 12	Respiration	Revision lecture.

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Assessment Type	Weighting	Learning Outcome(s) being addressed
Exams Weeks 4, 7, 10, 12, end of semester	Formative/Summative	50%	1-3
Practicals	Summative	35%	3-9
Tutorials and practorials	Formative/Summative	15%	1-3

Assessment Related Requirements

Students must achieve at least 50% aggregate in the exam component
Students must submit and present a group oral presentation
Students must achieve satisfactory attendance at practical classes

Assessment Detail

Exams: 5 1hr exams. First 4 held in class, during semester, count for 10% each. Final exam held during University exam period, counts for 10%

Tutorials: 4 revision tutorials held throughout the semester

Practorials: 2 online practorials held week 1 and week 6 of the semester to cover basic concepts and materials: Tutorials and practorials together count for 15% of final mark .

Practicals: assessed progressively: Ethics application and practical worksheet (4%), Oral presentation 12%, Final report 12%, demonstrator assessment 4% and peer assessment 3% (of final course mark)

Submission

LATE SUBMISSION POLICY: 15% of total available points will be penalised per day (24 hour period or fraction thereof). An automatic zero mark will be applied after 7 days.

SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATIONS
Replacement/additional examinations are held to provide an opportunity to students whose academic performance was impaired by circumstances beyond their control in the primary examinations to demonstrate their true performance.
The university policy on replacement/additional examinations can be found at: http://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/exams/supps.html

ABSENCES FROM PRACTICALS
Attendance at all scheduled practicals is compulsory to pass the course. However, if a student is absent from a practical due to medical reasons or compassionate reasons, s/he will need to provide a Physiology Practical Attendance Waiver Request Form supported by an original signed medical or compassionate letterhead note or certificate. The Practical Attendance Waiver Request Form (pdf file) is available on the Physiology course website on MyUni. The accompanying professional letter/certificate will be sighted by MSTRC staff, and copied and returned to the student. Please do not email these forms to the MSTRC as originals are required.
These materials should be presented to MSTRC staff in advance when possible, or within TWO WEEKS (10 working days) of the practical session in which the student was absent.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through .

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