Anatomy and Physiology (4 cr)

Objectives (course unit)

Student is able to
- name and locate organs
- explain the structure and function of organs and organ systems and their significance to the human body function
- explain the regulation mechanisms of body functions
- define and use anatomical and physiological terms
- utilize and apply the knowledge basis acquired in anatomy and physiology studies to further studies in different fields of bioanalytical science

Content (course unit)

The structure and function of cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal and urinary systems
Reproduction
Regulation systems of the human body: fluid balance and homeostasis, neural and hormonal regulation
Main features of the blood and immune system, structure and function of the musculoskeletal system and sensory system

Prerequisites (course unit)

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Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student is able to name and locate the organs, and explain their basic structure. The student is able to describe the basic functions of organs and organ systems. The student is able to describe the body's regulatory mechanisms on a general level. The student understands and is able to use the basic terminology of anatomy and physiology that is most relevant for biomedical laboratory technologists.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The students is able to name and locate organs. The student is able to describe the structure and function of the organs well and can tell about the importance of organs and organ systems for the functioning of the human body. The student is able to describe the body's regulatory mechanisms in a variety of ways. The student is able to define and use the terms of anatomy and physiology that are most relevant for biomedical laboratory technologists.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student is able to name and locate organs. The student is able to describe the structure of the organs in detail and can explain the functions of the organs and organ systems in a variety of ways. The student has a good overall picture of the structure and function of the body and of the interaction and significance of the various organ systems in the overall context. The student is able to describe the body's regulatory mechanisms in detail. The student is able to define and use concepts related to anatomy and physiology in a versatile way.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

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Location and time

Autumn term

Exam schedules

The course includes 2 tests.
Timetable: tests on 5.11. and 1.12. Registration not needed. The course can also be completed by a single final exam. For final exam / retest please contact the teacher by e-mail tuuli.valineva@tuni.fi
Retests in Exam-system by the end of 4ht period 2021.

Assessment methods and criteria

Both tests and the independent work (set of assignments) must be passed. Assignments can have an uplifting effect on the grade.
Completion of the course by final exam: In the final exam, the content of the entire course is examined. 50% of points = T (1).

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Lectures (contact and virtual lessons)
Assignments
Exams

Learning materials

Lecture material
Text books. Choose from the following:
1.Bjålie, J.G. Haug, E. Sand, O. Sjaastad O.V. & Toverud, K.C. 1999 or 2011 or newer. IHMINEN. FYSIOLOGIA JA ANATOMIA. Juva WSOY
2.Bjålie, J.G. Haug, E. Sand, O. Sjaastad O.V. & Toverud, K.C. IHMISEN FYSIOLOGIA and Budowick, M. Bjålie, J.G. Rolstad, B. & Toverud, K.C. ANATOMIAN ATLAS
3.Tortora & Derrickson. Principles of anatomy and physiology. Harper Collins Publishers
4. Leppäluoto Juhani – Kettunen Raimo – Rintamäki Hannu – Vakkuri Olli. ANATOMIA JA FYSIOLOGIA. RAKENTEESTA TOIMINTAAN. WSOY. 1. ed. 2008 or newer.

Student workload

40 h contact lessons, 68 h independent work.

Content scheduling

1st part: Body: cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, homeostasis and body fluids, skin, blood and blood cells, basics of immune system, circulatory system, respiratory system, digestive system
2nd part: Urinary system, reproduction, hormonal and neuronal regulation
As an independent work the musculoskeletal system, the senses

Completion alternatives

Either 2 tests and assignments or 1 final exam

Practical training and working life cooperation

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International connections

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Further information

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Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student is able to name and locate the organs, and explain their basic structure. The student is able to describe the basics of the functioning of organs and organ systems. The student is able to describe the body's regulatory mechanisms on a general level. The student understands and is able to use the basic terminology of anatomy and physiology that is most relevant for biomedical laboratory technologists.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The students is able to name and locate organs. The student is able to describe the structure and function of the organs well and can tell about the importance of organs and organ systems for the functioning of the human body. The student is able to describe the body's regulatory mechanisms in a variety of ways. The student is able to define and use the terms of anatomy and physiology that are most relevant for biomedical laboratory technologists.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student is able to name and locate organs. The student is able to describe the structure of the organs in detail and can explain the functions of the organs and organ systems in a variety of ways. The student has a good overall picture of the structure and function of the body and of the interaction and significance of the various organ systems in the overall context. The student is able to describe the body's regulatory mechanisms in detail. The student is able to define and use concepts related to anatomy and physiology in a versatile way.