Overview

Explores cutting-edge research in the detailed study of reproduction including hormonal control, ovarian and menstrual cycles, fertilization and reproductive diseases. The course considers how various physiological states such as body weight, stress and aging influence reproduction. Details current research ideas on normal function and dysfunction in this area, and new … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Belinda Henry

Unit Coordinator(s)

Associate Professor Renea Taylor
Dr Lucinda Krause

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Describe the structures and functions of the endocrine system in the body;

2.

Explain the hormonal and neuronal control of male and female reproductive function;

3.

Explain the consequences of abnormal reproductive physiology and the associated diseases or pathologies;

4.

Communicate scientific information via a poster presentation or a written report;

5.

Critically evaluate the scientific literature and orally present current reproductive physiology research;

6.

Demonstrate physiology laboratory skills, including dissection, histology, data analysis and graphing;

7.

Work in groups to complete experimental projects and written scientific documents.

Assessment summary

  • In-semester assessment: 70%
  • Open book test : 30%

Workload requirements

Workload

Availability in areas of study

Physiology