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School:
School of Human and Health Sciences
Credit Rating:
20
Level (including FHEQ):
F (FHEQ Level 4)
Version Valid From:
2023-09-01
Module Leader:
Jenny Killey
Version Number
2023.01
Learning Methods
Guided Independent Study
Lecture
Professional Body Requirements
Royal College of Podiatry
Health and Care Professions Council
Synopsis
You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and understanding of homeostasis and the major organ systems of the human body. You will also have the chance to gain the ability to demonstrate knowledge of core pathologies relevant to Podiatric practice, which will enable you to put the module… For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Strategy
Primarily this module will be delivered in lecture and tutorial sessions. Additionally, this theory will be taken into the clinical arena, where learners will engage with service users and their carers as part of their formative development in understanding normal and transitional physiology. Learners will be actively encouraged to engage… For more content click the Read More button below.
Outline Syllabus
The concept of homeostasis, controlled variables, negative and positive feedback mechanisms, disruption of homeostasis.Membrane transport and the main tissue types, focusing on muscle tissue.Composition of blood, haemostasis and erythropoiesis.Structure and function of the following organ systems:cardiovascular system - mechanical and electrical events of the cardiac cycle, regulation of cardiac output,… For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Demonstrate the principles of homeostasis.
2.
Describe the structure and function of the following body systems: muscular, cardiovascular, skeletal, nervous, lymphatic, endocrine, urinary, respiratory and digestive.
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of core medical pathologies relevant to Podiatric practice.
Formative Assessment
Assessment 1: Practice exam/test
Summative Assessment
Assessment 1: In-Class Test
Assessment 2: In-Class Test
Assessment Criteria
The School generic grading criteria and the Learning Outcomes will apply.
The School generic grading criteria and the Learning Outcomes will apply.