BI2S94 - Anatomy and Physiology 01 Apr 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 5
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | BI2S94 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Anatomy and Physiology | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Biological and Forensic Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Biological Science | ||
| Module Leader: | Pete Dunford | ||
| Module Team: | Michele Gorman, Lauren Rees | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2013 | Final Year of Intake: | 2023 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100264 - anatomy | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 5 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Apr 2025 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
- To introduce the learner to the anatomy and physiology of a variety of species
- To enable students to competently relate anatomical structure to function
- To facilitate learners to evaluate environmental adaptations found with a range of animal species.
Content Summary
Circulatory and lymphatic systems: functional comparative anatomy in a variety of animals; comparison of fluids (blood, lymph fluid & tissue fluid); open and closed circulatory systems.
Respiratory system: functional comparative anatomy in a variety of animals; gas exchange.
Excretory system: functional comparative anatomy in a variety of animals; ultrafiltration and selective reabsorption; acid-base balance.
Reproductive system: functional comparative anatomy of male and female in a variety of animals; physiology of fertilisation, gestation and parturition.
Nervous and endocrine systems: functional anatomy (CNS and PNS, sympathetic and parasympathetic, afferent and efferent neurons, sensory organs; endocrine glands and site of hormone action); comparison of functions; homeostasis (glucoregulation, thermoregulation, osmoregulation); positive and negative feedback loops.
Environmental adaptations: Extreme environments; Thermoregulation; Osmoregulation; Reproductive adaptations.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 30 |
| Seminar | 10 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 8 |
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Directed Study | 52 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Analyse the adaptations of body systems and their inter-relationships. |
| LO2 | Examine how homeostasis maintains the health of the animal. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | The role of homeostasis in maintaining healthy systems | 100 | N/A | 40 | No | 40 |
| Written Assignment (CW) | Report (CW) 1 | Adaptations of Body Systems | 0 | 3000 | 60 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Report (CW) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |