Physiology 2: Control and Integration - SIB2006

Assessment 1: Written assignment (coursework)

Written assignment (coursework)

Assessment 2: Exam

Exam

Assessment 1: Practical Skills Assessment - Lab

Practical Skills Assessment - Lab

The module aims to build on the basic physiology that was studied in the first year.  The organisation and regulatory roles of the nervous system are considered and their interaction investigated.  This module will introduce the techniques used to investigate the molecular events of the nervous system.  The electrophysiological techniques of voltage and patch clamp will be explained.  Subsequently the central nervous system (CNS) will be investigated and the functions associated with its anatomical regions.  Interactions such as sensory and motor integration, sleep-wake cycles and higher mental functions (consciousness and memory) will also be introduced.
Endocrine physiology will also be considered with particular emphasis on the role of the hypothalamus-pituitary axis in endocrine control &amp; integration of activities of the nervous and endocrine systems.   The physiological role of hormones in reproduction and the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal axis will be examined. Glucose regulation and the pathologies associated with dys-regulation will also be discussed.

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SIB2006 - Physiology 2: Control and Integration

Physiology 2: Control and Integration

be able to calculate conduction velocity in a peripheral motor nerve.

be able to use statistics to analyse their data.

be able to describe the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis.

be able to describe the process of sensory transduction.

be able to discuss glucose regulation and diabetes.

be able to describe the ionic basis of the action potential.

be able to describe the ascending and descending tracts and the associated areas of the brain.

be able to describe the electrophysiological methods used to investigation the action potential.

be able to describe the hormonal regulation of reproduction.

be able to write up practical reports in a recognized format.

be able to outline the components of spinal reflexes.

be able to measure fluctuations in blood glucose.