Anatomy, physiology and microbiology
2014-2015
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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