Physiology
- UE Code MMEDB102
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Dienstregeling
57 10Kwartaal 2
- ECTS-studiepunten 6
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Taal
English
- Professor Kirschvink Nathalie
At the end of the theoretical and practical teaching activities, the student will have acquired the different notions that will allow him/her to :
• master the cellular bases and general principles that play a key role in the major systems (nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, excretory)
The aim of general physiology is to introduce the functional properties common to all living beings. The mastery of the subject is indispensable for the understanding of the specific and integrated functioning of human organs. General physiology can thus be identified with a discipline located at the crossroads of other disciplines, which aims to integrate knowledge by identifying general mechanisms.
The general objectives of this course are to
In particular, this teaching favours an integrated approach to physiology with the constant concern to lead the student to establish links between the different parts of the course, as well as with other subjects taught (in particular biology, histology, biochemistry).
The different parts of the course cover the following topics:
The different parts of the course cover the following topics: • homeostasis and internal environment - regulations • membrane dynamics - material transport • cell communication - receptors, mediators, transduction • neurons and autonomic nervous system • muscle contraction - striated/smooth muscle • blood and haemostasis • thermoregulation • cellular bases and general principles applying to the major systems (nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, excretory)
Several exercise session/practicals are organized. Preparation beforehand is necessary.
The assessment at the end of the term consists in an oral examination. The content of the theory course, practical work and tutorials are part of the subject. The problem solving required during the practical sessions will be an excellent preparation for the exam.
The lecture notes consist of slides, structured by chapter, which are available in different formats (ppt, pdf, amanote).
Each chapter is accompanied by a summary video showing the key points to be known by means of a summary diagram.
The useful materials for the practical exercises (instructions, questionnaires, practical manuals) are available in ppt, pdf or via videos.
The reference book used is "Medical Physiology" (Boulpaep). Its acquisition is not essential to the study of the course.