Course Details
Country:
United Kingdom
Institution:
University of Kent
Course Title:
Human Physiology and Disease I*
Course Number:
BIOS3070
Course Description:
Combined with Human Physiology and Disease II can collectively satisfy 430/431.
This module will consider the anatomy and function of normal tissues, organs and systems and then describe their major pathophysiological conditions. It will consider the aetiology of the condition, its biochemistry and its manifestation at the level of cells, tissues and the whole patient. It may also cover the diagnosis and treatment of the disease condition.
Indicative topics will include:
Cells and tissues
Membrane dynamics
Cell communication and homeostasis
Introduction to the nervous system
The cardiovascular system
The respiratory system
The immune system and inflammation
Blood cells and clotting
The Urinary system
The digestive system, liver and pancreas
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
BIOL 430 + BIOL 431, BIOL 417
Attachment Files:
Equivalency for BIOL 430.docx
