Advanced physiology
Associate Professor Graham Jenkin
12 points * Four 1-hour lectures and 6 hours practical per week * Second semester * Clayton * Prerequisites: PHY3011
This subject is designed to provide students with an introduction to some of the current areas of research being undertaken in physiology at Monash and affiliated institutes. Students will choose to study in, and undertake project work in, one of three specialised areas of physiology. The areas of focus are currently (1) From neurone to brain - the mechanisms underlying the physiology of the peripheral and central nervous systems.(2) Regulating body systems in exercise - the physiological responses and adaptations of the cardio-respiratory and skeleto-motor systems to exercise and training. (3) Endocrinology and reproduction - the role of hormones in the regulation of growth and development, the regulation of the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, fetal physiology and parturition and the use of new reproductive technologies.
Assessment
Project/assignment: 20% * Written practical examination: 20% * Written theory examination: 60%
Prescribed texts
As recommended by unit conveners. See individual unit handbooks.