SES1000 : Human Physiology and Practical Skills
- Offered for Year: 2022/23
- Module Leader(s): Dr Emma Cockburn
- Lecturer: Dr Deb Dulson, Dr Helen Mason, Dr Owen Jeffries, Professor Christopher Eggett
- Owning School: Biomedical, Nutritional and Sports Scien
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
Aims
This module aims to provide a foundation in human physiology with reference to sport and exercise.
There is an emphasis on how human organs and tissues function and the module allows the student to study and understand key concepts regarding normal human physiology through an integrated systems approach.
Outline Of Syllabus
Lectures and laboratory practical classes will cover:
• Homeostasis
• Blood: constituents; blood groups; blood clotting; white blood cell role in immune system
• Cardiovascular system: organisation and function; electrical conduction in the heart; neural and hormonal influences on the cardiovascular system; blood pressure
• Respiratory system: process of respiration / ventilation; factors that influence the work of breathing; gas exchange in the lung; gas transport in the blood; control of ventilation
• Nervous system: organisation and function; motor control
• Kidney: structure and function of the nephron; mechanisms of control of re-absorption; hormonal control of water and sodium content of the body
• Gut: saliva and gastric secretions; pancreatic secretions; digestion of fats, carbohydrates and proteins
• Exercise: how the cardiovascular and respiratory activities are altered to reflect the demands of exercise
• Endocrine System: endocrine glands; cell communication; actions of key hormones
• Liver: structure and function; role in metabolism; role in exercise performance
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 3 | 1:00 | 3:00 | PIP - Flipped learning approach to build on non-sync delivery |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 66:00 | 66:00 | Preparation, completion and revision for assessments |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 6 | 2:00 | 12:00 | PIP - Lectures to cover key theoretical concepts |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | PIP - Introductory lecture & assessment guidance |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 4 | 3:00 | 12:00 | Materials delivered through a variety of means incl recaps, short recordings & formative activities. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 4 | 2:00 | 8:00 | PIP - Provide skills to collect valid & reliable data to advance theoretical understanding. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | PIP - Allocated time to allow students to practice for lab exercise assessment |
| Structured Guided Learning | Academic skills activities | 1 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Activities will involve development of excel skills, data analysis and academic writing |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 1 | 1:30 | 1:30 | Synchronous on-line exam practice |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 2 | 2:00 | 4:00 | PIP - Focus on skill development of data interpretation & academic writing (formative practice) |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | Sync online. Data analysis and interpretation |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | PIP - Echo & ECG workshop |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 1 | 1:30 | 1:30 | Synchronous on-line. Drop-in session for student queries related to the assessment. |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 76:00 | 76:00 | This includes reading and writing up lecture notes. |
| Total | 200:00 |
Jointly Taught With
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| NUT1005 | Human Physiology and Practical Skills |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The lectures define the scope of the course and communicate basic knowledge as the basis for further study. Non-synchronous learning materials are developed via an in-classroom flipped learning approach. Practicals provide students with practical skills and the opportunity to work with peers. They also frame underpinning knowledge within a relevant context enabling the student to develop their understanding of the subject and its relevance. The workshops and small group sessions will provide students with an opportunity to discuss their understanding of lecture content and formative teaching activities related to developing skills of lab report writing, and data analysis and presentation. Formative teaching activities will be provided throughout the module. These include the use of MCQ, short-answer and problem- solving questions within lecture materials and on-line practice exams. Independent study is used for self-directed learning and includes:- reading lecture notes & texts, preparation for practical classes; using learning resources on the Web. Skills practiced include critical thinking, active learning, numeracy, planning & organisation and independence.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Examination | 75 | 1 | A | 60 | PIP Inspera Invigilated: include a range of question types (MCQ, numeric, categorisation, hot-spot & SAQ). Approx 45 questions |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical/lab report | 1 | M | 30 | Practical lab report (1500 words) |
| Prof skill assessmnt | 1 | M | 10 | Students examined conducting experiment (groups of 3-4) with questions - PIP |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The exam will test the students' factual knowledge and understanding of facts and ideas from material covered throughout the module.
The practical lab report will be constructed from the practical classes. This has been designed to assess students’ ability to independently locate information about Human Physiology, demonstrate their knowledge of Human Physiology through their writing and present data effectively.
The professional skills assessment will examine students' ability to apply practical skills to monitor and evaluate human physiological responses to exercise and work with peers in small groups to solve human physiology problems.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- SES1000's Timetable