Course overview
This aim of this course is to develop fundamental understanding of cellular physiology, neuromuscular physiology, and the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Topics include the cellular basis of sensation and neural communication, the control of movement, and how the cardiovascular and respiratory systems adapt in normal conditions and during challenges such as exercise and stress. The course will develop and improve transferable skills such as conceptual understanding, critical evaluation, communication, teamwork and professional integrity.
Course learning outcomes
- Explain the function and control of the following areas of physiology:- cellular basis of neuromuscular physiology; skeletal muscle organisation and function; nervous system control of voluntary movement; the cardiovascular system and the respiratory system
- Apply knowledge of physiological systems and their control to develop understanding of select real-life health and medical situations
- Describe contemporary approaches and techniques used to advance physiological knowledge
- Work effectively as part of a group to answer physiologically relevant questions
- Gather, analyse and evaluate data relevant to physiological concepts and systems using appropriate methods
- Apply knowledge of sound experimental design (including use of controls and appropriate statistical analysis) to help answer physiological questions