Basics of the Human Body-E2
| Numbering Code | U-LAS40 10007 LE26 | Year/Term | 2022 ・ First semester | |
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| Number of Credits | 2 | Course Type | Lecture | |
| Target Year | All students | Target Student | For all majors | |
| Language | English | Day/Period | Tue.5 | |
| Instructor name | RAUDZUS，Fabian (Graduate School of Medicine Assistant Professor) | |||
| Outline and Purpose of the Course | In the lecture series "Basics of the Human Body" you will learn about the wonders of the human body. The lecture combines the knowledge of basic science with achievements in medicine. To understand the organization and functions of the entire human body, the important functions of different cells, tissues, and whole organs will be discussed. Therefore, the lecture series starts with a general introduction and followed by the basics of cellular physiology. Based on this, we will examine the different physiological systems, such as the muscular system, the cardiovascular system, and the nervous system. Further, reproductive physiology, as well as differences in fetal and neonatal physiology will be discussed. To appreciate that the human body is a complex system, the lecture on sports physiology will revisit most of the previously discussed topics but will now consider their interplay. In addition to acquiring basic knowledge, you will learn how disturbances to the different physiological systems, due to injury or disease, have an impact on specific functions or even the whole body. At the end of the lecture series, you will be able to understand the different processes of your body. | |||
| Course Goals | The lecture series will give you the necessary knowledge to understand the organization and functions of your body. Further, by studying different key mechanisms, you will acquire deeper insights into the structure, characteristics, the performed tasks, and the interconnection to other systems or organs of the body. After successful completion of the above-mentioned goals of the course, you will have the skills to apply this learning to new issues such as the impact of diseases. | |||
| Schedule and Contents |
1. Functional organization of the human body 2. Cell physiology 3. The muscular system 4. Blood physiology 5. Cardiovascular physiology 6. Respiratory physiology 7. Neurophysiology 8. Physiology of the senses 9. Gastrointestinal physiology 10. The urinary system 11. The endocrine system 12. Reproductive physiology 13. Fetal and neonatal physiology 14. How the different systems are connected: sports physiology 15. Exam 16. Feedback |
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| Evaluation Methods and Policy |
Class/video meeting attendance and active participation: 20% Quizzes and assignments: 40% Final exam: 40% |
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| Course Requirements | The course is open to all students but a basic understanding in biology is recommended. | |||
| Study outside of Class (preparation and review) | Preparation and review is strongly recommended for every lecture. | |||
| Textbooks | Textbooks/References |
Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology (Guyton Physiology) , John E. Hall, Michael E. Hall, (Elsevier), ISBN:9780323597128, 14th Edition (English Edition), e-book available
purchasing is not mandatory but is very helpful for the preparation and revision of the classes |
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| References, etc. | Additional literature and Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) will be introduced during the lectures. | |||
