Human Physiology
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| LIFE1052 | Biomedical Sciences | 1 | 20 | Full Year Malaysia |
- Code
- LIFE1052
- School
- Biomedical Sciences
- Level
- 1
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Full Year Malaysia
Summary
This module is concerned with modern aspects of human physiology providing an overview of all the major systems of the human body. Where appropriate comparisons will be made with other vertebrates.
Additional requirements:
Students are required to show proof of Hepatitis B protection (Hepatitis B vaccination record, antigen and antibody test results) prior to the laboratory practical. Those who are unable to submit the required documents will be UNABLE to attend the practical for safety reason.
Target Students
This module is offered to students of Biomedical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Bioscience only.
Classes
- Two 1-hour lectures each week for 23 weeks
- Five 3-hour laboratorys each week for 5 weeks
Assessment
- 5% Practical 1 & 2: Practical quiz or worksheet in Autumn
- 5% Practical 3 & 4: Practical quiz or worksheet in Spring
- 60% Exam 2 (2-hour): Rogo Exam in Spring (2 hours)
- 30% Exam 1 (1-hour): Rogo exam in Autumn (1 hour)
Assessed in both autumn & spring semest
Educational Aims
The course aims to provide a basic understanding of modern aspects of human physiology. The course will focus on 10 key systems including excitable tissues, the nervous system, endocrinology, the cardiovascular system, blood, respiration, the renal system, the gastrointestinal system, metabolism and reproduction. Where appropriate aspects of comparative physiology will be introduced. Similarly we will explore some aspects of pharmacology where these issues enhance our understanding of human physiology.Learning Outcomes
- MLO 1: Describe the physiology of humans with respect to 10 body systems using appropriate terminology.
- MLO 2: Describe the relationship between human physiology and other biological disciplines including comparative physiology and pharmacology where appropriate.
- MLO 3: Analyse human physiology laboratory practical limitations through systematic acquirement and effective processing of information.
- MLO 4: Demonstrate laboratory skills related to human physiology
- MLO 5: Evaluate results related to human physiological and diagnostic tests.
Conveners
- Dr Mei Kee Lee
Last updated 09/01/2025.