Module Catalogue 2024/25

PSC2018 : Human Anatomy for Physiologists

PSC2018 : Human Anatomy for Physiologists

  • Offered for Year: 2024/25
  • Module Leader(s): Miss Laura Watson
  • Lecturer: Dr Alison Howard, Mrs Pamela White, Dr Michele Sweeney, Professor David Kennedy, Professor Christopher Ward, Dr Tim Cheek, Dr Gavin Clowry
  • Owning School: Biomedical, Nutritional and Sports Scien
  • Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters

Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.

Semester 2 Credit Value: 10
ECTS Credits: 5.0
European Credit Transfer System
Pre-requisite

Modules you must have done previously to study this module

Code Title
PSC1002Physiology
Pre Requisite Comment

Students require basic knowledge of physiology equivalent to that taught at stage 1 in the Physiology module PSC1002.

Co-Requisite

Modules you need to take at the same time

Co Requisite Comment

N/A

Aims

The two complementary branches of science, anatomy and physiology, provide the concepts to help us understand the function of the human body. This module provides an opportunity to develop core knowledge and understanding of human anatomy and how the structures help us explain the functions of key physiological systems.

The module is designed to:
•       enable students to develop a core knowledge and understanding of human anatomy.
•       integrate knowledge of structure (anatomy) with function (physiology).
•       encourage students to consolidate their knowledge of the key physiological systems as taught throughout the Physiological Sciences programme.

Outline Of Syllabus

The course consists of a programme of computer-based sessions that explore anatomical topics related to key physiological systems. These include the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, reproductive, immune, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems. Students will work through the material in the scheduled sessions in their own time and complete the associated quizzes. In addition to the computer-based sessions, gross anatomy practical classes in the dissecting room will provide the opportunity to examine human material.

Learning Outcomes

Intended Knowledge Outcomes

Upon completion of the module students will be able to:

•       K1. Name the main components of the human skeleton, define the boundaries of the major body regions, and then locate the major organs of the thorax, pelvis and abdomen.

•       K2. Examine the basic anatomy of the heart and major blood vessels, respiratory system, renal/urinary systems, reproductive systems in males and females, immune system, gastrointestinal system (including the associated salivary glands, liver and pancreas), the nervous system.

•       K3. Relate structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of organs and body systems.

Intended Skill Outcomes

Upon completion of the module students will be able to:

•       S1. Use accepted anatomical language to describe normal structure.
     
•       S2. Interpret structural information relating to the key physiological systems.

Teaching Methods

Teaching Activities
Category Activity Number Length Student Hours Comment
Scheduled Learning And Teaching ActivitiesLecture71:007:00In person - Lectures providing links between anatomy content and the wider programme
Guided Independent StudyAssessment preparation and completion11:001:00Completion of the assessment
Scheduled Learning And Teaching ActivitiesLecture11:001:00In person - Lecture introducing the module
Scheduled Learning And Teaching ActivitiesPractical41:306:00In person - Practical sessions within the dissection room. Students will view human cadaveric specimens.
Scheduled Learning And Teaching ActivitiesSmall group teaching12:002:00In person - Revision session, involving assessment advice, and small group work
Guided Independent StudyIndependent study159:0059:00Review of online material, essential reading, revision
Scheduled Learning And Teaching ActivitiesScheduled on-line contact time83:0024:00Asynchronous online/in person - E-learning tutorials completed either in a computer cluster on-campus or via distance learning
Total100:00
Teaching Rationale And Relationship

The lecture materials are used to introduce the students to key concepts in anatomy and physiology (K1, K3, S1-S2) and to provide a framework for guided independent study (K1-K3 S1-S2). The module centers on computer-based material that students work through. These can be completed in timetabled sessions within computer clusters; a member of staff will be present to provide an opportunity for students to ask questions about topics they do not fully understand (K1-K3 S1-S2). Independent study time is available for students to read around the subject and augment their understanding of the on-line material. The lectures aid the development of an understanding of the relationship between structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) (K2-K3, S2). The practicals in the dissecting room provide laboratory experience and a practical demonstration to support the core material covered in the online material (K1-K3 S1-S2).

Reading Lists

Assessment Methods

The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners

Exams
Description Length Semester When Set Percentage Comment
Digital Examination602A100In person Inspera Invigilated: Quiz format (Maximum 60 questions).
Exam Pairings
Module Code Module Title Semester Comment
Human Anatomy2Students would sit either the same or similar exam at the same time
Human Anatomy2Students would sit either the same or similar exam at the same time
Anatomy2Students would sit either the same or similar exam at the same time
Assessment Rationale And Relationship

The examination assesses the student's core knowledge and understanding of anatomy covered in the module.

Timetable

Past Exam Papers

General Notes

N/A

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