BENA2019 Physiology (5 cr)

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Study level:
Intermediate studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Department of Biological and Environmental Science
Curriculum periods:
2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023

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This is BSci level course focusing on human physiology. Course is usefull also for undertanding the physiology of other animals.

Description

The course will cover respiratory functions, blood circulation, digestive system, metabolism, storage of foodstuff, endocrine regulation, specialized functions of tissues, sensory functions and immunity.


Learning outcomes

After the course the student knows the key concepts of main physiological functions in mammals and particularly in humans. The student has learned were to find physiological information and can use it to solve problems related to for instance nutrition, exercise and health problems.

Description of prerequisites

BENP1003 The living cell (or equivalent skills)

Study materials

The course is based on an English language text book. Students are encouraged to search also other scientific literature. The book is available in the eBook collection of University Library.

Literature

  • Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, Global Edition 11 ed Martini et all, 2017 ISBN 9781292229966

Completion methods

Method 1

Evaluation criteria:
The group discussions are organized only in Finnish. eExam is the English language option.
Time of teaching:
Period 4, Period 5
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Method 2

Description:
The course can be done as an eExam either in November-December, or April-May.
Time of teaching:
Period 2, Period 4
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Parts of the completion methods
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Teaching (5 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Evaluation criteria:
Arviointi yksilotehtävien ja läsnäolon perusteella.
Language:
Finnish
Study methods:

The components of the course are video lectures, group discussions, individual and group exercises, seminars and learning diaries.

Teaching

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Exam (5 cr)

Type:
Exam
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish

Teaching