Overview
The course aims are to introduce students to the basic concept of general
physiology, and cell physiology
(Cell structure, function, and
transport across cell membrane), in addition, to introduce students to the nervous and urinary systems
physiology.
Course
outlines:
- Cell physiology.
- Physiology of autonomic and
central nervous system.
- Physiology of renal system.
Intended learning outcomes
At
the end of the course, student will be able to;
- Describes the structure of the cell and relate the
function of cells to each other.
- Describe the structure and
function of each organ in the central and peripheral nervous system.
- Describes the structure and function of the
urinary system and compares its organs.
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures/scientific activities/discussions
Methods of assessments
Midterm
30%
Activities
10%
Final
exam 60%
References
Hall, John E. Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology. 13th ed., W B Saunders, 2015.
Longenbaker Susannah Nelson. Mader's Understanding Human Anatomy & Physiology. Eighth ed. Published by McGraw-Hill 2014.
