Human Physiological Systems

Module Identifier
BR16320
Module Title
Human Physiological Systems
Academic Year
2027/2028
Semester
Semester 1
Co-ordinator
Dr Rhys Thatcher
Reading List
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Other Staff
Dr Scott Tompsett
Dr Ruth Wonfor
Dr Rhys Thatcher
Dr Ifat Shah
Professor David Whitworth

Assessment

Assessment Type

Assessment details

Proportion
Semester Assessment Lab Report: 2000 Words 50%
Semester Assessment MCQ: 1.5 Hours MCQ completed through Blackboard 50%
Supplementary Assessment Lab Report: 2000 Words 50%
Supplementary Exam Exam: 1.5 Hours 50%

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students should be able to:

  1. Identify the anatomical features, structures and functions of the main physiological systems of the human body
  2. Describe the key theories and principles that explain human movement and function
  3. Collect data in a laboratory environment, safely and effectively
  4. Communicate via a scientific laboratory report

Brief description

This module will introduce students to the anatomy and main physiological systems of the body and considers issues such as homeostatic balance and control. The module will provide the basis for development in subsequent modules such as, Sport and Exercise Physiology and Physical Activity for Health

Aims

To introduce students to the major physiological systems of the human body and their role in maintaining health and performance. To build practical and analytical skills essential for careers in sports science, biomedical research, physiotherapy, and health-related professions.

Content

• Endocrine system
• Cardiovascular system
-Heart Rate, ECG, blood pressure
• Nervous system
• Respiratory system
-Spirometry
• Muscular system
-Eccentric, Concentric, Isometric
-Length tension, force velocity
• Skeletal system
• Immune and Lymphatic systems

While sports and exercise science students will study the responses of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems to physical activity and exercise, Biomedical Science students will instead study the digestive, renal and urogenital systems.

Module skills

Skills type

Skills details
Adaptability and resilience Students will be provided with academic and skill challenges during practical sessions and completion of assessment
Co-ordinating with others Laboratory sessions:• Working in groups in laboratory sessions
Creative Problem Solving Completion of assessments (Exam and report)Laboratory sessions
Critical and analytical thinking Completion of assessments (Exam and report)Laboratory sessions
Digital capability Assessment (Exam, online platform and report using MS word, excel)Laboratory sessions• ECG system
Professional communication Assessment (report)
Real world sense Assessment (report, interpreting physiological data)Laboratory sessions:• Working with participants as clients
Reflection Self, peer and lecturer feedback during contact hours
Subject Specific Skills Laboratory sessions:• Measurement of HR and ECG• Blood Pressure• Spirometry• Strength measurement

Notes

This module is at CQFW Level 4