00444 - Human Physiology

Academic Year 2019/2020

  • Docente: Sandra Guidi
  • Credits: 3
  • SSD: BIO/09
  • Language: Italian
  • Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
  • Campus: Bologna
  • Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Imaging and Radiotherapy techniques (cod. 9079)

Learning outcomes

To understand and learn the key biophysical principles applied to cell membranes; to understand the basics of human physiology, with a focus on the mechanisms that maintain vital functions.

Course contents

This course is designed to provide a general introduction to human physiology.

Topics covered include: cells; tissues/skin; skeletal system; endocrine system; nervous system; muscle system; blood; lymphatics; nonspecific immunity; humoral immunity; cellular immunity; cardiovascular system; respiratory system; urinary system; digestion and metabolism; and reproduction.

Readings/Bibliography

"Human physiology", Silverthorn, Ed. Pearson

Teaching methods

Traditional lectures

Assessment methods

Writing examination (20 multiple choice questions and 2 open questions).

Teaching tools

Lesson schemes available for download from the "Teaching material" web site.

Use of an on-line application for a comprehension questionnaire at the end of each topic.

Office hours

See the website of Sandra Guidi