BI1S207 - Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | BI1S207 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Applied Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Biological Sciences | ||
| Module Leader: | Josephine Bradley | ||
| Module Team: | Lewis Fall, Sioned Owen | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2027 | Final Year of Intake: | 2027 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100262 - physiology | 100264 - anatomy | 100344 - biochemistry |
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 40 | 30 | 30 |
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
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| Valid From | 01 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
On successful completion, students should have a basic overview of the organisational structure and function of the human body. All students will have an understanding of fundamental biochemical principles which is sufficient to enable them to comprehend the underlying chemical processes present in all biological systems.
They will also have a solid foundation of cellular organisation and communication, biological tissue organisation, and form and function of the major organ systems of the human body.
This module is delivered through lectures and group-based tasks in theme-specific workshops, to develop understanding and use of anatomical and medical terminology, and a grasp of 3-dimensional anatomy. In order to complete the module, students must be intellectually curious, systematically and logically solving problem-oriented tasks in order to improve understanding of the basic structure and function of the human organism. Use of digital models of anatomy throughout the module will aid digital literacy.
In engaging with the module, students will fully achieve the following level-appropriate Behaviour Domains of the USW Graduate Attributes:
Commercial Awareness: Behaviour 2
Communication: Behaviour 1, 2, 3
Leadership: Behaviour 1, 2, 3
Innovation and Enterprise: Behaviour 1, 2, 3
Project Management: Behaviour 1, 2, 3
Digital Literacy: Behaviour 1
The Capabilities associated with these behaviours are found in the Graduate Attributes table at the end of the descriptor.
Content Summary
Topics covering the organisational levels of the human body will include, but are not limited to:
Molecular organisation – composition and roles of lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins; enzyme function, and basic metabolism
Cellular organisation and communication - the importance of juxtacrine, paracrine and endocrine signalling. Understand the structure and function of ion channels, G protein coupled receptors, kinase-linked receptors and nuclear receptors and the signalling transductions they induce.
Biological tissue organisation – the cellular and extracellular properties of epithelial tissue, connective tissues, muscle tissue and nervous tissue
Structure and function of organ systems – integumentary system, skeletal system, central and peripheral nervous systems, muscular system, lymphatic system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, reproductive systems
Anatomical and medical terminology – anatomical planes and directions, medical/biological prefixes, root words and suffixes.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Directed Study | 50 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 1 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 1 |
| Total Hours Selected | 176 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Develop a fundamental knowledge of the structure and function of biochemical molecules, cells, tissues, and organs comprising the functional organ systems of the human body. |
| LO2 | Understand the relationship between form and function in the human body utilising peer-group activities and anatomical models. |
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) 2 | Timed essay of previously unseen question. | 60 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | 2 x bell-ringer assessments - 30 minutes each | 60 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 2 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |