To teach the basic facts and principles of the of the animal body functioning and to explain the mechanisms by which cells interact and coordinate their roles in an organ, the mechanisms by which organs interact and coordinate in the organ systems and how general functions of the systems are controlled and integrated by the body as a whole, in constant need of adaptation to internal and external conditions.
To provide the students with a set of basic knowledge and laboratory techniques about 'knowing-how-to-be-at-a-lab', meeting safety regulations, the ethical handling of laboratory animals and good practices that ensure an efficient use of space and equipment.
Lectures Program
Part I - General Phy siology
Chapter 1 - Introduction to P hysiology
Chapter 2 - Adaptation and Control
Chapter 3 - Cellular Functional Syst ems
Chapter 4 - Interactions between Cells an d Extracellular Medium
Chapter 5 - Physiological Regulation. Intercellular communication
Chapter 6 - Physiology of Body Fluids: "Compartments"; Blood and Lymph
Part II - Integration and Control
Chapter 7 - Neurons and Neurop hysiology Basics
Chapter 8 - Nervous System and Neural Control
Chapter 9 - Sensory Systems
Chapter 10 - Muscle Tissue an d Movement Control
Chapter 11 - Endocrine System and Hormonal Cont rol
Program of Practical Classes
- Scientific method
- Cell membranes: h emolysis
- Body fluids: osmolarity
- Plasma Proteins
- Cell count and glo bular volume
- Haemostasis
- Differential leu kocyte count
- Reflex arches
- Skeletal muscl e Physiology
- Biological Rhythms
In the theoretical classes the subjects will be presen ted to the students, in 50 + 50 minutes sessions (with a 10 minutes interval).
Practical classes begin with a brief exposition of the theory underlying the task, followed by a quick explanation and guided implementation of the Protocol, and ending with the results discussion. These classes are based on the execution of chemical reactions, analysis of physical parameters, microscopic studies and the use of interactive software. Some experiments may involve the handling of laboratory animals, without affecting their welfare.
The student’s evaluation will be continuous, through the presentation and defense of a written work and completion f
two written tests involving the subjects taught. The final score will be obtained by weighing the various evaluation elements.
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