1. General information
Course:
HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
Code:
13320
Type:
CORE COURSE
ECTS credits:
6
Degree:
341 - UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOCHEMISTRY
Academic year:
2021-22
Center:
501 - FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES AND BIOCHEMISTRY
Group(s):
40
Year:
3
Duration:
First semester
Main language:
Spanish
Second language:
English
Use of additional languages:
English Friendly:
Y
Web site:
Bilingual:
N
Lecturer:
CRISTINA PINTADO LOSA
- Group(s):
40
Building/Office
Department
Phone number
Email
Office hours
Edificio 6/28. Toledo (Fabrica de Armas)
QUÍMICA INORG., ORG., Y BIOQ.
926051460
cristina.pintado@uclm.es
Monday, Wenesday and Friday from 13:00 to 14:00 and from 15:00 to 16:00. Out of this timetable write and e-mail.
2. Pre-Requisites
Not established
3. Justification in the curriculum, relation to other subjects and to the profession
Human Physiology course addresses the study of the principal systems anatomy and function. The main objective, since an integrative point of view, it is to build a general view about the body, its systems and regulation systems. The course is in the third year of the degree and contributes to the acquisition of basic knowledge for the following subjects: Metabolism and Its regulation, Immunology and Clinical Biochemistry. Besides, together with Molecular Pathology course during the same semester, enable an integrated learning of Human Physiology function and regulation.
To the profession provides theoretical and practical knowledge (laboratory), skills and basic skills for the professional development of a graduate in Biochemistry.
4. Degree competences achieved in this course
| Course competences | |
|---|---|
| Code | Description |
| E01 | Express themselves correctly in basic biological, physical, chemical, mathematical and computer terms. |
| E05 | Acquire, develop and apply the main techniques for the preparation and observation of biological samples and identify and describe the different organs, tissues and animal and plant cells in the different types of preparations. |
| E09 | Be familiar with the different cell types (prokaryotes and eukaryotes) at the level of structure, physiology and biochemistry and be able to critically explain how their properties are adapted to their biological function. |
| E22 | Have an integrated view of the intercellular communication and intracellular signalling systems that regulate the proliferation, differentiation, development and function of animal and plant tissues and organs. |
| E23 | To know the components, functioning and regulation mechanisms of plant and animal organisms, with special emphasis on the human species. |
| G01 | To possess and understand the knowledge in the area of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at a level that, based on advanced textbooks, also includes cutting-edge aspects of relevance in the discipline |
| G02 | To know how to apply the knowledge of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology to professional practice and to possess the necessary intellectual skills and abilities for this practice, including the capacity for: information management, analysis and synthesis, problem solving, organization and planning and generation of new ideas. |
| G05 | Develop those strategies and learning skills necessary to undertake further studies in the area of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and other related areas with a high degree of autonomy. |
| T01 | Proficiency in a second foreign language, preferably English, at level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages |
| T02 | User-level knowledge of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). |
| T03 | A correct oral and written communication |
| T04 | Ethical commitment and professional deontology |
| T05 | Organizational and planning skills |
| T06 | Capacity for design, analysis and synthesis |
| T07 | Ability to address decision making. |
| T10 | Ability to self-learn and to obtain and manage bibliographic information, including Internet resources |
5. Objectives or Learning Outcomes
| Course learning outcomes | |
|---|---|
| Description | |
| Master the basic terminology of human physiology and be able to correctly express its concepts and principles. | |
| Identify the different devices and systems as well as their functional characteristics. | |
| To train the student in the understanding and application of the scientific method to the study of animal and plant biological systems at the molecular and cellular levels. | |
| To be able to integrate the main physiological functions into the whole body. | |
| Additional outcomes | |
| Not established. |
6. Units / Contents
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Unit 1: The Muscular System
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Unit 1.1: Smooth muscle contraction. Cardiac Muscle. Stimulation and contraction connection
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Unit 2: The Nervous System
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Unit 2.1: Overview of the Nervous System. Organization and fuction of the Nervous System. Histology of Nervous Tissue: Neurons and glial cells. Action potencials and nervous trasmission. Central Nervous System. Neural Circuits
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Unit 2.2: nervous system. Sympathetic and Parasympathetic divisions. Hypothalamic Fuctions.
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Unit 2.3: sensation. Integrative systems. Somatic sensations and somatic sensory pathways.
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Unit 2.4: Cord and the Brain Stem. Reflexes and Reflex Arcs. Brain Stem structure and fuction
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Unit 2.5: Motor Pathways. Roles of the Basal Nuclei. Modulation of Movement by the Cerebellum.
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Unit 2.6: Cerebrum: Brain areas involved in language. Wakefulness and Sleep. The Limbic System
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Unit 3: The Endocrine System
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Unit 3.1: The Endocrine System. General Characteristics. Control of Hormone Secretion
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Unit 3.2: The Neuroendocrine System. Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland. Vasopressin, Oxytocin, Grouth Hormone
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Unit 3.3: Endocrine Axis: Tyroides Gland, Adrenal Gland, Ovaries and Testes. Pancreas. Bone metabolism.
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Unit 4: Principal systems
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Unit 4.1: The blood. Functions and Properties of Blood. Formation of Blood Cells. Red Blood Cell. Hemostasis Platelet Plug Formation. White Blood Cells
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Unit 4.2: The heart. The Cardiac cycle. Cardiac Muscle Tissue and the Cardiac Conduction System. Electrocardiogram. Regulation of Heart Rate and Stroke volume.
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Unit 4.3: Structure and Function of Blood Vessels. Circulatory Routes. Hemodynamics: Factors Affecting Blood Flow.Control of Blood Pressure and Blood Flow.Capillary Exchange. The Lymphatic System
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Unit 4.4: The Respiratory System. Respiratory System Anatomy. Pulmonary Ventilation. Lung Volumes and Capacities.Exchange of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide
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Unit 4.5: Control of Respiration. Respiratory Center. Regulation of the Respiratory Center
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Unit 4.6: The urinary System. Fluid Compartments. Overview of Kidney Functions.Anatomy and Histology of the Kidneys.Overview of Renal Physiology.Glomerular FiltrationTubular Reabsorption and Tubular Secretion.Formation of Urine. Micturition
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Unit 4.7: Fluid, electrolyte and acid-base homeostasis. Fluid Balance. Electrolytes in Body Fluids. Antidiuretic Hormone. Thirsty mechanism. Acid¿Base Balance.
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Unit 4.8: Overview of the Digestive System. Layers of the GI Tract. Neural Innervation of the GI Tract. Gastrointestina motility: Matication. Deglutition (swallowing). Esophagic function. Motor fuction of the stomach.Small intestine movements Large intestine movements.
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Unit 4.9: Gastrointestinal secretions. Saliva secretion. Esophagic secretions. Gastric secretions. Pancreas, liver, and gallbladder. Intestinal Secretions
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Unit 4.10: Digestion and GI Absorption. Digestion and absorption of Carbohydrates. Digestion and absorption of Proteins. Digestion and absorption of lipids. Absorption of Electrolytes. Absorption of Vitamins. Absorption of Water. Absortion of bile acids
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Unit 4.11: Nutrition. Metabolic Rate. Body Temperature Homeostasis. Energy Homeostasis and Regulation of Food Intake
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Unit 5: Laboratory Sessions
7. Activities, Units/Modules and Methodology
| Training Activity | Methodology | Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021) | ECTS | Hours | As | Com | Description | |
| Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE] | Lectures | T05 T06 | 1.6 | 40 | N | N | ||
| Workshops or seminars [ON-SITE] | Reading and Analysis of Reviews and Articles | E01 G01 G02 G05 T01 T02 T03 T04 T05 T06 T10 | 0.2 | 5 | Y | N | Several reports topics related to the course will be proposed. Non recoverable activity. But in the final test some question related to these topic will appear. | |
| Analysis of articles and reviews [OFF-SITE] | Workshops and Seminars | E01 G01 G02 G05 T01 T02 T03 T04 T05 T06 | 0.64 | 16 | Y | N | Several reports topics related to the course will be proposed. Non recoverable activity. But in the final test some question related to these topic will appear. | |
| Progress test [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | E01 E09 E22 E23 T03 T05 T06 | 0.12 | 3 | Y | N | Test will be done out throughout the course to evaluate student progression. Non recoverable activity | |
| Class Attendance (practical) [ON-SITE] | Practical or hands-on activities | E01 E09 E22 E23 G01 G02 G05 T01 T03 T04 T05 T06 T10 | 0.4 | 10 | Y | Y | It is compulsory the attendace to the laboratory sessions (50% lab book+ 50% exam > 4/10) to pass the course. Only if the score in the lab book an examn is equal or greater to 4 will be taken into account to the final mark. | |
| Practicum and practical activities report writing or preparation [OFF-SITE] | Self-study | E01 E09 E22 E23 G01 G02 G05 T01 T02 T03 T04 T05 T06 T10 | 0.4 | 10 | Y | Y | ||
| Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE] | Self-study | E01 E09 E22 E23 G02 G05 T05 T06 T10 | 2.56 | 64 | N | N | ||
| Final test [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | E01 E09 E22 E23 T03 T05 T06 | 0.08 | 2 | Y | Y | Final test. All the grades obtained from different activities and tests carried out throughout the course will be conserved for the Make-up Exam and will only be taken into account if the score obtained in the Regular Final Test is equal to or greater than 4 over 10. | |
| Total: | 6 | 150 | ||||||
| Total credits of in-class work: 2.4 | Total class time hours: 60 | |||||||
| Total credits of out of class work: 3.6 | Total hours of out of class work: 90 | |||||||
As: Assessable training activity Com: Training activity of compulsory overcoming (It will be essential to overcome both continuous and non-continuous assessment).
8. Evaluation criteria and Grading System
| Evaluation System | Continuous assessment | Non-continuous evaluation * | Description |
| Final test | 70.00% | 90.00% | Final test. All the grades obtained from different activities and tests carried out throughout the course will be conserved for the Make-up Exam and will only be taken into account if the score obtained in the Regular Final Test is equal to or greater than 4 over 10. |
| Laboratory sessions | 10.00% | 10.00% | It is compulsory the attendace to the laboratory sessions (50% lab book+ 50% exam > 4/10) to pass the course. Only if the score in the lab book an examn is equal or greater to 4 will be taken into account to the final mark. |
| Progress Tests | 10.00% | 0.00% | Test will be done out throughout the course to evaluate student progression. Non recoverable activity |
| Other methods of assessment | 10.00% | 0.00% | Several reports topics related to the course will be proposed. Non recoverable activity. But in the final test some question related to these topic will appear. |
| Total: | 100.00% | 100.00% |
According to art. 4 of the UCLM Student Evaluation Regulations, it must be provided to students who cannot regularly attend face-to-face training activities the passing of the subject, having the right (art. 12.2) to be globally graded, in 2 annual calls per subject , an ordinary and an extraordinary one (evaluating 100% of the competences).
Evaluation criteria for the final exam:
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Continuous assessment:Automaticaly, If the student does not express de opposite, the assessmet will be continuous. All the grades obtained from different activities and tests carried out throughout the course will be conserved for the Make-up Exam and will only be taken into account if the score obtained in the Regular Final Test is equal to or greater than 4 over 10.
It is compulsory the attendace to the laboratory sessions. lab book+ exam > 4/10 to pass the course.
To pass de the course the global score have to be equal to or greater than 5 over 5 -
Non-continuous evaluation:All the grades obtained from different activities and tests carried out throughout the course will be conserved for the Make-up Exam and will only be taken into account if the score obtained in the Regular Final Test is equal to or greater than 4 over 10.
It is compulsory the attendace to the laboratory sessions. lab book+ exam > 4/10 to pass the course
To pass de the course the global score have to be equal to or greater than 5 over 5
Specifications for the resit/retake exam:
The marks obtained in the laboratory sessions, the activity corresponding to the problem solving, as well as that of the scientific texts will be kept until the Make-up Exam.
All the grades obtained from different activities and tests carried out throughout the course will be conserved for the Make-up Exam and will only be taken into account if the score obtained in the Regular Final Test is equal to or greater than 4 over 10. Progress test and workshop/seminars are non recoverable activities, But in the final test some question related to these topic will appear. To pass de the course the global score have to be equal to or greater than 5 over 5
All the grades obtained from different activities and tests carried out throughout the course will be conserved for the Make-up Exam and will only be taken into account if the score obtained in the Regular Final Test is equal to or greater than 4 over 10. Progress test and workshop/seminars are non recoverable activities, But in the final test some question related to these topic will appear. To pass de the course the global score have to be equal to or greater than 5 over 5
Specifications for the second resit / retake exam:
To pass this exam there will only be one final test that will include concepts and learning developed both in theory classes and laboratory sessions, and that will represent 100% of the grade. In order to take the exam, it is essential that the laboratory sessions have been carried out and lab book should have been presented. To pass de the course the global score have to be equal to or greater than 5
9. Assignments, course calendar and important dates
| Not related to the syllabus/contents | |
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| Hours | hours |
| Unit 1 (de 5): The Muscular System | |
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| Group 40: | |
| Initial date: 13-09-2021 | End date: 27-09-2021 |
| Unit 2 (de 5): The Nervous System | |
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| Group 40: | |
| Initial date: 28-09-2021 | End date: 29-10-2021 |
| Unit 3 (de 5): The Endocrine System | |
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| Group 40: | |
| Initial date: 02-11-2021 | End date: 19-11-2021 |
| Unit 4 (de 5): Principal systems | |
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| Group 40: | |
| Initial date: 22-11-2021 | End date: 22-12-2021 |
| Unit 5 (de 5): Laboratory Sessions | |
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| Group 40: | |
| Initial date: 11-10-2021 | End date: 19-11-2021 |
10. Bibliography and Sources
