PHY3171 - Clinical and experimental cardiovascular physiology - 2018

This unit explores the frontiers of our understanding of cardiovascular physiology in health and disease. The roles of the nervous system, hormonal and metabolic factors and of the kidney are examined, with an emphasis on regulatory mechanisms in blood pressure control and hypertension. Current cutting-edge research underpins all aspects of the course and the emphasis is on assisted self directed learning and project based learning.

On completion of this unit students will be able to:

1. Describe the major cardiovascular diseases, including how they impact on the individual and society;
2. Use specific example of cardiovascular physiology to explain how different body systems work together;
3. Critically evaluate the cardiovascular research literature;
4. Design and analyse a cardiovascular physiology experiment, using statistical analysis to help with the interpretation of the data;
5. Present scientific data in oral and written formats.

In-semester assessment will consist of oral presentations and project reports or assignments: 50%

Mid-semester assessment: 10%

Examination (2 hours): 40% (Hurdle)

This unit is subject to the Hurdle and Threshold Standards policiesHurdle and Threshold Standards policies (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/policies/assessment-policy-2017.html) of the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences.

Two 1-hour lectures and one 3-hour practical per week

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Physiology