Course: Anatomy and Physiology credits: 5

Course code
ELVH18GAP
Name
Anatomy and Physiology
Study year
2022-2023
ECTS credits
5
Language
English
Coordinator
P.M. Gomes Lourenco
Modes of delivery
  • Lecture
  • Practical / Training
Assessments
  • Anatomy and Physiology - Written, organised by STAD examinations

Learning outcomes

Student can
* Define anatomy and physiology; name the different levels of structural organization
* Explain the survival needs of the body and homeostasis related to the cardiovascular system
* Describe the body’s geometry
* Use basic (bio)chemistry to explain the physiology of the cardiovascular system
* Define the cell, organelles and their function
* Describe the chemical composition of the plasma membrane and its functions
* Describe transport over the plasma membrane; phagocytosis and pinocytosis.
* Define membrane potential, neurons and the nervous system
* List characteristics of endothelium, connective tissue, white blood cells, macrophages, cardiac and smooth muscle fibers, nervous tissue
* Define anatomy, operation and chemical exchange of the respiratory system
* Define anatomy of the urinary system and kidney functions
* Define Liver function
* Acquire knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system.
* Name the gross bones, muscles and synovial joints and their major functions
* Describe the composition of bones+ bone healing, muscles and synovial joints
* Explain the physiology of muscle contraction and energy production
* Describe indications for orthopedic procedures
* Apply motion terminology to basic movements and characteristics and muscle contractions of (ab)normal human gait

Content

Anatomy & Physiology  is the first of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.