Coordinated Physiological Functions
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| BIOS3006 | Biosciences | 3 | 10 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- BIOS3006
- School
- Biosciences
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module examines the physiological basis of various integrated behaviours. It covers central nervous system regulation of: autonomic nervous system, cardiovascular, and respiratory function; emotion and motivation; body temperature; and associated behaviours. The module also has a significant practical component concerned with integrative aspects of exercise physiology and students will be expected to participate in exercise involving walking and running for one mile.
Target Students
Animal Science and other Biosciences or Life Sciences students. The module is capped at 60 students, with Animal Science students receiving priority for module entry. Only available for UG Year 3 students.
Classes
- One 3-hour seminar each week for 2 weeks
- One 4-hour practicum each week for 4 weeks
- One 2-hour lecture each week for 5 weeks
Assessment
- 40% Coursework 1
- 60% Exam 1 (1-hour): Short essay questions
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
Physiology involves complex interactions between different organ systems working together to regulate bodily functions appropriately. The aim is to understand how the hypothalamus and its inter-connections with the nervous and endocrine systems act as key links between various physiological functions and behaviours.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will be able to:
- Understand how the control of homeostasis by the hypothalamus and inter-connected brain regions is important for regulating physiology and behaviour
- Understand how these brain areas regulate autonomic function, respiration, cardiovascular function, body temperature, emotion, motivation, and associated behaviours
- Work as a team to collect, analyse, and interpret exercise physiology data