Systems physiology
Dr Alan Tilbrook
8 points * Three 1-hour lectures, one 1-hour tutorial and 5 hours practical per week * Second semester * Clayton * Prerequisite: PHY2011 or permission of the head of department
Objectives On the completion of this subject students will know and understand 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; know of adaptations by the major organ systems of the body to different environments; appreciate patho-physiological aspects of the major organ systems of the body; understand 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, adaptations to different environments and an introduction to patho-physiological aspects. The interrelationships between these systems will be emphasised. Students should note that selection into third-year physiology subjects is based on second-year marks and is competitive.
Assessment Mid-semester multiple-choice question test: 10% * Practical written examination: 30% * Theory written examination: 55% * Practical book assessment: 5%
Recommended texts
Berne and Levy Principles of physiology 2nd edn, Mosby, 1996
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