The Physiology component of this module will be delivered in three theory classes of one hour duration for 12 weeks and 2 practical hours per week for 12 weeks in semester 1.
Lectures will include Power Point presentations, group discussions, and any course-related issue or questions that may arise will be discussed at lectures.
Practical classes will be delivered in the Physiology Laboratory as interactive classes focusing on tasks and activities that allow the student explore and measure physiological responses at rest and during exercise, fostering familiarity with good laboratory conduct, patient care, data handling, data analysis and data interpretation skills.
The Cell Biology component of this module in Semester 1 will be taught in one theory lecture class per week, lasting an hour each, for 12 weeks. Lectures will include Power Point presentations, and online resources will be accessed as appropriate. Relevant class notes, diagrams and self assessment tools will be also available to the students in Blackboard. Class will be subjected to regular informal testing and peer teaching and learning during class time. Emphasis will be given to case studies linking concepts to realistic situations.
Module Aim:
Physiology: To provide the student with an understanding of the function and control of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems
Cell Biology: To impart knowledge of basic cell biology with special emphasis on association between cell structure and function and human disease.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Explain the physiology behind the cardiovascular and respiratory systems of the body
LO2
Have a broad overview of the context of these organ systems with regard to other modules on their programme
LO3
Describe the rationale behind certain cardiovascular and respiratory investigatory procedures
LO4
Conduct laboratory investigations to examine certain cardiovascular and respiratory functions at rest and during exercise
LO5
Describe the structure and functions of cellular macromolecules, organelles and cells.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Physiology Theory
In depth physiology of the cardiac system, examining the functioning of the heart in detail. Detailed physiology of the blood system and how it relates to cardiac and respiratory system. Comprehensive physiology of the respiratory system and how it relates to the cardiac and blood systems.
Physiology Practical
Heart rate monitoring and the acute effect of exercise on heart rate; Cardiac Cycle; Heart and ECG; Heart sounds; Blood Pressure; Heart and Peripheral Circulation; Breathing; Lung Volumes; Mechanics of Ventilation; Cardio-respiratory effects of exercise; Muscle and EMG
Cell Biology Theory
Introduction to the animal cell and homeostasis. Overview of cell chemistry. The cell membrane: structure and function. Other cellular components: overview and function. Introduction to methods of cell communication. Cellular genetic processes.
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
80.00%
Practical
20.00%
Special Regulation
Students must achieve a minimum grade of 35% in both the Practical and CA assessment components
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Other
Physiology will involve between 2 and 3 continuous assessments/assignments, which will take place in class as MCQ, short answer, true or false type questions, project or presentation type work (worth 60% in total).
Cell Biology will involve one continuous assessment/assignment which will take place in class as MCQ, short answer, true or false type questions, project or presentation type work (worth 20% in total).
1,2,5
80.00
Ongoing
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation
Practical Assessment to include final practical exam (ECG, BP, Respiratory) +/- laboratory report on acute cardio-respiratory response to exercise
1,3,4
20.00
End-of-Semester
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment