Overview

In this unit you will learn about the function, regulation and integration of the various systems in the human body. The overall theme is the mechanisms of regulation of these systems to maintain a normal internal environment (homeostasis). The body systems that are examined include the cardiovascular system, the muscular-skeletal … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Professor Chow Sek Chuen

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Lai Hien Tet

Learning outcomes

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

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the structure and function of the autonomic nervous system, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the muscular-skeletal system and the renal system;

2.

Explain how these body systems integrate to maintain homeostasis in the body;

3.

Describe and explain how changes in normal physiology may lead to a disease state;

4.

Perform laboratory techniques that are integral to the study of physiology, including the use of cardiovascular recordings and urinary analyses to assess the effects of exercise;

5.

Collaborate effectively in a group to complete academic tasks;

6.

Communicate experimental physiology data via written practical reports.

Teaching approach

Online learning
Active learning
Problem-based learning

Assessment

1 - Online multiple choice quizzes
2 - Practical work and worksheets
3 - Examination (Theory) (2 hours and 10 minutes)
4 - Examination (Practical) (2 hours and 10 minutes)

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories
Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources

Availability in areas of study

Medicinal chemistry