Supply and Demand 1
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| MGEM1004 | Medical Sciences and Graduate Entry Medicine | 1 | 20 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- MGEM1004
- School
- Medical Sciences and Graduate Entry Medicine
- Level
- 1
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module will introduce students to the topics of haematology, the alimentary system, digestion, nutrition and biochemistry. The module emphasis is on the basic mechanisms in health however a combination of lectures and tutorials will extend understanding into common pathological states. Practical skills and a focus on needs for effective teamwork and presenting information allow the fundamental development of necessary transferrable skills that can be built upon. The latter will be achieved by independent work and participation in a group exercise.
Target Students
Students on the Qualifying Year of the BSc (Hons) Medical Physiology and Therapeutics
Classes
Delivery via approx 20 lectures, complemented with tutorials and laboratory-based practical sessions. Online learning and directed components provides a content hourage of approx. 44 hours. Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only in specified weeks
Assessment
- 50% Coursework 1: Group histological project (online) with multiple components including 10 minute group oral presentation and 500 word group synopsis.
- 50% Exam 1 (1-hour): Mutliformat (MFQ) and short answer questions (SAQs) online exam (ExamSys) 60 minutes
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
The aim of the module is to equip students with a basic understanding of haematology and the physiology and biochemistry underpinning nutrition, digestion and metabolism to allow an appreciation of the relationship between diet, production of energy and health. Links to disease processes provides a basis for understanding the importance for whole body homeostasis. The module also will support the acquisition of presentation skills and teamworking which can be built upon.Learning Outcomes
describe the composition of blood in terms of structure, functions (including haemostasis), production and regulation
describe basic principles underlying blood grouping (ABO, Rhesus systems) and blood transfusion
describe select haematological dysfunctions (e.g. anaemia) and their causes and effects on physiological function
describe sources and functions of essential nutrients, the relationship between diet and health, and the basis for setting nutritional guidelines
describe the structure, histological features, and organisation of the gastrointestinal tract and accessory organs (e.g. liver, pancreas), and the main physiological processes involved in digestion of food stuff and absorption of major nutrients
describe biochemical structures and functions of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins, their metabolism for energy production and a general understanding of the consequences of starvation and metabolic disorders on body metabolism
demonstrate use of independent and group work and reflect on needs
demonstrate the ability to assimilate information on a specialised topic and present it in a clear structured manner
demonstrate critical analysis and thinking
understand good laboratory practice, including using relevant laboratory equipment safely and accurately, and being aware of health and safety procedures
describe basic practical techniques e.g. blood smears and ABO blood grouping
analyse and evaluate information from different sources and communicate these by verbal or written means
use appropriate online resources to effectively organise and present information
develop study skills to support life-long learning including independent learning, problem solving and deductive skills
demonstrate good interpersonal skills and teamworking abilities
search for relevant information and scientific information from a number of resources.
develop presentation skills and digital capabilities for communicating and production of resources