NES1004 : Introduction to Animal Physiology
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Miguel Velazquez
- Lecturer: Dr Jessica Martin, Dr Andrew Beard, Dr Abdul Chaudhry
- Owning School: Natural and Environmental Sciences
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
The overall aim is to develop students’ understanding of mammalian physiology with particular reference to domestic animals (farm and companion animals). The module will illustrate the contribution of various organ systems to the maintenance of the internal environment of the body of animals. The physiological mechanisms that allow body systems to perform their functions in animals and the link of form (e.g. anatomy) with function will be examined in lectures.
Outline Of Syllabus
•The importance of studying animal physiology.
•Homeostatic circuits.
•Feedback mechanisms.
•Mechanisms of cell membrane transport.
•Intercellular signalling.
•Membrane potential.
•Thermoregulation
•Components, organization and main function of organ systems:
-Nervous system.
-Cardiovascular system.
-Respiratory system.
-Digestive system.
-Endocrine system.
-Muscular system.
-Skeletal system.
-Immune system.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Preparation of written exercise |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 15:00 | 15:00 | Revision and completion of Semester 2 examination |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 18 | 1:00 | 18:00 | PiP - Introduce the vocabulary of physiology and principles of physiology in domestic animals. |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 30:00 | 30:00 | Background reading on module topics |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 27:00 | 27:00 | Writing up lecture and practical notes |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Lecture material provides the basic subject knowledge required by students to understand the underlying principles of animal physiology. The lecture material describes the specific role of various organ systems within the body and the mechanisms involved in these functions. The written exercise allows students to develop investigative skills by researching a topic on animal physiology.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Examination | 120 | 2 | A | 100 | Final exam as MCQ and simple answer questions in the Inspera system |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 2 | M | Group exercise on a physiological topic |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The MCQ examination assesses the knowledge and understanding of information delivered in lectures (knowledge outcomes) under time constraints. The group task assesses the students’ skills in researching scientific topics, critical discussion and presentation of information in academic format while working as a team (skills outcomes).
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- NES1004's Timetable