Anatomy, physiology and microbiology
2014-2015 - RAD1051 - 11 ECTS

On the basis of

 

Expected learning outcomes

The students should be able to clarify and describe how the human body is organised and how it functions, with added emphasis on skeletal anatomy and topographical anatomy.

The students should be able to clarify and describe microbial structures, growth and metabolism, and also how their excistence can be reduced /eradicated. They should also be able to utilise this knowledge/proficiency to prevent infections.

Topic(s)

Anatomy and physiology:

- Nomenclature

- Topographical anatomy

- Structure and function of the cell

- The nervous system and senses

- The endocrine system

- The skeletal system and muscles

- The cardiovascular system

- Blood and immunity

- The respiratory system

- The digestive system

- The urinary system

- The reproductive system

- Temperature regulation

- Biochemistry

Microbiology:

- Bacteriology

- Virology

- Mycology

- Protozoa

- Pathogenicity

- The epidemiology of infectious disease

- Commensal flora

- Hygiene and hygienics

Teaching Methods

Lectures
Group works
Laboratory work
Net Support Learning
Exercises
PBL (Problem Based Learning)
Meeting(s)/Seminar(s)
Tutoring

Form(s) of Assessment

Written exam, 4 hours
Digital exam

Form(s) of Assessment (additional text)

Microbiology: digital exam (multiple choice), one hour (10%)
Anatomy and physiology: written exam, four hours (90%).
Each separate exam requires a pass mark.

Grading Scale

Alphabetical Scale, A(best) – F (fail)

External/internal examiner

Internal and external examiners will be used for the marking of the four hours written exam.
An internal examiner will be used for the marking of the one hour digital exam.

Re-sit examination

Ordinary continuation.

Coursework Requirements

Obligatory attendance is required as stated in the curriculum.

Teaching Materials

A complete litterature list is available on HiG-libraries web page.

Replacement course for

RAD1021