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10 ECTS
The course gives the student a broad knowledge of important concepts within human physiology. The structure, function and regulatory interplay of different organs and organ systems will be explained through a number of examplifying themes. The course provides insight into current understanding of regulatory control of specific areas of human physiology and provides practical experience through laboratory and computer-based exercises.
The main themes covered are: Cell physiology, Functions of the cellular membrane, The strucure and function of the nervous system, Sensory physiology, Structure and function of muscles, The physiology of the cardiovascular system, Respiration, Digestion and Energy metabolism during rest and exercise.
3rd and 4th quarter
Intruduction to Physiology
42 lectures
42 theoretical exercises
12 Practical exercises (laboratory or computer-based)
4 hour written exam without aids, evaluated on the 13-scale
Textbook: Principles of Physiology, 3rd edition (2000)
Authors: Robert M Berne & Matthew N Levy
Publishing house: Mosby, St. Louis, USA
ISBN:
Supplementary material
Manual for laboratory and computer exercises, Notes.
Name: NN
Office address: Department of Sports Science, Katrinebjergvej 89C, 8200 Århus N
Phone no: +45 8942 4895
E-mail:
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Material: English
Spoken language: Danish