| CODE | IFS0002 | ||||||||||||||||
| TITLE | Human Biology, Anatomy and Genetics | ||||||||||||||||
| UM LEVEL | 00 - Mod Pre-Tert, Foundation, Proficiency & DegreePlus | ||||||||||||||||
| MQF LEVEL | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
| ECTS CREDITS | 12 | ||||||||||||||||
| DEPARTMENT | International School for Foundation Studies | ||||||||||||||||
| DESCRIPTION | This study-unit will cover the physiology of the different body systems including the respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous, and digestive systems together with other major body systems with the aim of linking the different roles of each system for the survival of the human organism. Students will also be introduced to the anatomy of the musculoskeletal system where bones and major muscles will be tackled. The fundamentals of inheritance genetics will also be covered through the use of pedigrees and probability to determine how traits are passed on through generations. Study-Unit Aims: This study-unit aims to present the students with an understanding of the structure and functions of the major body systems. It also aims to engage students in the understanding of the basic principles of inheritance genetics which will serve as a foundation to provide the appropriate scientific foundation for the Medical, Health and Nursing Foundation programmes. Learning Outcomes: 1. Knowledge & Understanding: By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - Classify major bones on the basis of shape and location; - Describe the structure and functions of cell organelles; - List the major components of cell membranes; - Identify the main methods of cellular transport and their use; - Discuss the role of major systems in contributing to homeostasis; - Identify the position of organs within the human body; - Visually recognise different types of specialised cells; - Describe how sex is determined in humans; - Calculate the probability of inheriting a trait using probability squares. 2. Skills: By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - Link processes from different body systems towards a common goal; - Describe simple biological processes both verbally and in writing in clear English; - Discuss the effects of selected common diseases on various body systems by applying the knowledge gained in this unit; - Discuss the role and use of pedigrees in determining the probability of inheriting a genetically transmitted disease. Main Text/s and any supplementary readings: - Tucker Louise, An introductory Guide to Anatomy and Physiology. 5th Edition or later. EMS Publishing ISBN 978-1903348345. Lecture notes |
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| ADDITIONAL NOTES | Pre-requisite Qualifications: Passes in high school Biology and Chemistry. | ||||||||||||||||
| STUDY-UNIT TYPE | Lecture, Independent Study & Tutorial | ||||||||||||||||
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| LECTURER/S | Sandra Agius Darmanin Rosalin Bonetta |
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The availability of optional units may be subject to timetabling constraints. Units not attracting a sufficient number of registrations may be withdrawn without notice. It should be noted that all the information in the description above applies to study-units available during the academic year 2025/6. It may be subject to change in subsequent years. |
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