BI2AP12-Anatomy & Physiology 2

Module Provider: School of Biological Sciences
Number of credits: 30 [15 ECTS credits]
Level:5
Terms in which taught: Autumn / Spring term module
Pre-requisites: BI1AP12 Anatomy & Physiology
Non-modular pre-requisites:
Co-requisites:
Modules excluded:
Current from: 2021/2

Module Convenor: Dr Natasha Barrett
Email: n.e.barrett@reading.ac.uk

Type of module:

Summary module description:

How the Human body works – from fundamental science to the clinic.

The Human body is amazing!Ìý Our hearts beat 100,000 times a day; we produce 1.5 litres of saliva every day; our kidneys filter 180 litres of blood a day (but we only urinate about 1.5 litres); our finger tips are sensitive enough to detect miniscule changes in a surface; we can (nearly) always fit in a sweet dessert!Ìý Anatomy and Physiology 2 builds on the foundations of Part 1 Anatomy and Physiology to explore Human medical anatomy (structure) and physiology (function) and its application to a clinical setting.Ìý Whilst focussing on the context of a healthy adult, the module also introduces how the structure and function may differ for individuals.Ìý We’ll explore how gender, ethnicity and ageing (from pregnancy, through paediatrics, to geriatrics) each affect the body’s structure and function.Ìý Theoretical knowledge is gained through lectures and then applied in practical classes.

Aims:

• To provide students with a detailed understanding of Human medical anatomy and physiology and its application to the clinical setting.


• To introduce how the structure and function changes through the ageing process, from pregnancy (including developmental biology), through paediatrics, puberty, adulthood and geriatrics.Ìý


• To explore how gender and ethnicity influence structure and function of the body’s systems.


• To develop an understanding of how common diseases or trauma can affect normal functioning of tissues and organs.

Assessable learning outcomes:

At the end of the course students should be able to:

• Explain the anatomy (structure) and physiology (function) of the Human body in the context of a healthy adult.


• Demonstrate an ability to understand and use scientific and medical terminology appropriate to the anatomical regions being studied.


• Identify anatomical features on medical images and/or specimens


• To recognise the integration of tissues, organs and sys tems to create a Human.


• To assess how structure and function of the body differs through ageing (from pregnancy to geriatric).


• To assess how gender and ethnicity impact influence the structure and function of the body’s systems.


• Apply anatomical and physiological knowledge to the clinical setting.


• Discuss the impact of common pathologies and trauma upon normal function.

Additional outcomes:

Develop practical laboratory skills and basic laboratory techniques.Ìý Develop data analysis skills such as arithmetical skills in calculations based on practical exercises.Ìý Develop the ability to work collaboratively as a member of a small team through enquiry-based learning activities. Develop data presentation skills such as the production of graphical data and/or reports.Ìý Develop critical analysis skills through reflection on the quality of data produced.Ìý Develop computer literacy through completion and submission of online coursework.

Outline content:

The topics will be delivered over 4 blocks (2 per term):

• Communication


• Intake and elimination


• Protection


• Integration

The lectures cover the main systems within the body includingÌý:

Communication:

• Introduction to Anatomy


• Introduction to Physiology (homeostasis, body fluids)


• Blood system
• Cardiovascular system (including lymphatics)


• Nervous system


• Special senses (eyes, ears, nose and throat)