Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives On satisfactory completion of the subject students will have a basic knowledge and understanding of the structure and function of the respiratory, cardiovascular, gastro-intestinal, renal, endocrine and reproductive systems; understand how these systems are controlled by the neural and endocrine systems; have a basic knowledge of adaptations by the major organ systems of the body to different environments; understand that the systems covered work together within the body to form an integrated functional unit; have some knowledge of the major pathologies associated with each of the organ systems covered; be familiar with the laboratory techniques central to the study of systems physiology.
Synopsis This subject is designed to provide a basic knowledge and understanding of the physiology of the major organ systems of the body. These include the respiratory, cardiovascular, gastro-intestinal, renal, endocrine and reproductive systems. Consideration of each system will include its structure, function, control by the nervous and endocrine systems and adaptations to different environments. The interrelationships between these systems will be emphasised. Clinical aspects regarding the pathology of each of the organ systems covered will also be introduced.
Assessment Mid-semester multiple choice test: 10% + Written exam on laboratory sessions: 30% + Assessment of laboratory reports: 5% + Written exam on theoretical material: 50% + Essay: 5%