CVR8026 : Upper Gastrointestinal Physiology 1 (E-learning)
CVR8026 : Upper Gastrointestinal Physiology 1 (E-learning)
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Mrs Elisa Wrightham
- Owning School: School of Medical Education
- Teaching Location: Off Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 5 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 5 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
This module provides the student with a higher specialised body of knowledge and practical competency to underpin the specialist practice of upper gastrointestinal (GI) physiology .
Outline Of Syllabus
Upper GI anatomy
Upper GI physiology
Upper GI neurophysiology
Upper GI pathology
Pharmacology
Device design and technology
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
On completion of the module the trainees should be able to:
Differentiate between benign upper gastrointestinal system conditions, and critically appraise the range of investigations available and surgical and conservative interventions.
Critically evaluate the range of technologies and techniques used to investigate disorders of the upper gastrointestinal tract.
Critically evaluate the physical, psychological and social impact that upper gastrointestinal system conditions have on patients’ well-being.
Critically evaluate safe working practice, infection control and quality assurance applied to upper gastrointestinal system investigations
Intended Skill Outcomes
N/A
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 34 | 1:00 | 34:00 | Synchronous online |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 1 | 3:00 | 3:00 | Non-synchronous online |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 12 | 1:00 | 12:00 | Preparation for examination |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 8 | 1:00 | 8:00 | Written exercise |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 20 | 1:00 | 20:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 4 | 1:00 | 4:00 | Synchronous online: tutorials |
| Guided Independent Study | Student-led group activity | 2 | 2:30 | 5:00 | Problem based learning |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 14 | 1:00 | 14:00 | N/A |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The core knowledge outcomes will be delivered in lecture materials via online tools, while the clinical skills will be introduced through online resources.
The students will go on to use independent study sessions, directed research and reflective activities around their workplace-based practice to develop their clinical and inter-personal skills.
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 60 | 2 | A | 50 | PIP unseen written (closed book) exam. To pass this module candidates must achieve a mark of at least 50% in the exam. |
Exam Pairings
| Module Code | Module Title | Semester | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Approaches and Management Strategies in Cardiac Science | 2 | N/A | |
| Upper Gastrointestinal Physiology (E-Learning) | 1 | N/A | |
| Vascular Science 1 | 2 | N/A |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 2 | M | 50 | 1,000 word written exercise |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The end of module examination provides an opportunity to assess the students’ acquisition of appropriate knowledge and their ability to present that knowledge in a written format. The exam also assesses the students' critical understanding of the fundamentals of gastrointestinal science.
The written exercise provides a further opportunity to assess the students' understanding and knowledge while evaluating practical knowledge relevant to their work pace clinical environment.
In order to pass this module candidates must achieve a mark of at least 50% in the written examination.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- CVR8026's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- CVR8026's past Exam Papers
General Notes
N/A
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