Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Biological and Environmental Sciences

Learning Methods

Lecture

Practical

Seminar

Workshop

Module Offerings

4211NATSCI-SEP-CTY

Aims

To provide an introduction to a number of physiological processes in living organisms.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Evaluate the major physiological processes in living organisms
2.
Evaluate the major biochemical processes in living organisms
3.
Work effectively in a team (or independently if necessary) to produce an oral presentation.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Introduction to the basic concepts of physiology and homeostasis. Basic biochemistry of living organisms, including the relevance of the laws of thermodynamics. Physiological systems in a variety of organisms, this will include topics such as circulation, thermoregulation and obtaining nutrients.
Module Overview:
This module will provide an introduction to the major physiological processes and the concepts of homeostasis in a variety of organisms. It will also provide an introduction to a number of physiological processes in living organisms.
Additional Information:An introduction to the major physiological processes and the concepts of homeostasis in a variety of organisms.

Assessments

Test

Presentation