BSC111 Physiology Level 2
The Educational Academy: global online /distance learning college
Duration: 100 Hours
£329
(Plus exam fees)
Detailed information
| Duration: | 100 Hours |
|---|---|
| Price: | £329 (Plus exam fees) |
| Type: | Courses |
| Method: | Online |
| Accreditation: | Statement of Attainment |
| Prepares for: | Gain an advanced understanding of physiology. An advanced course on human physiology that will develop further your understanding of the principles of physiology, examining functions of the cells, tissues and systems of the human body. The course details how our bodies maintain internal equilibrium and health while exposed to the most variable range of conditions, such as physical, psychological and environmental factors. |
| Geared towards: | A course designed for health therapists and all those working in health care that want or need to develop a deeper understanding of the human body processes and health maintenance. |
| Requirements: | Prerequisite: Human Anatomy & Physiology BSC101 or equivalent. |
| Internship: | Not applicable |
| Students per class: | 1 |
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Course program
Gain an advanced understanding of physiology.
A course designed for health therapists and all those working in health care that want or need to develop a deeper understanding of the human body processes and health maintenance.
COURSE CONTENTS:
There are 9 lessons in this module as follows:
1. Cell Physiology
2. Histophysiology
3. Systems Physiology
4. Neurophysiology
5. Endocrinology
6. Cardiovascular Physiology
7. Immunology
8. Respiratory Physiology
9. Renal Physiology
DETAILED CONTENTS:
Cell Physiology – Study of the functions of cells
Chemical reactions
Homeostasis, feedback systems, homeostatic imbalances
Cellular Metabolism
Membrane Transport
Histophysiology – Study of the functions of tissues
Muscle filaments and fibres
Bone Ossification and Growth
Varieties of Dense Connective Tissue
Functions of Epithilial Tissue
Systems Physiology - Study of the significant systems and functions of organs
Autonomic Nervous System
Dual Innervation and neurotransmitters
Actions of the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous System
Peripheral Nervous System
General senses and their integrative function
Study of the sensory modalities - smell, taste, vision, hearing and equilibrium
Neurophysiology – Study of the functional characteristics of nerve cells
Structure of the Nervous System
Myelination
Resting membrane potentions, ion channels, repolarization
Classification of different neurons
Grey/White matter
Reflexes, relex arcs and homeostasis
Action potentials and synapses
Functions of the cerebral cortex
Endocrinology – Study of hormones and how they control body functions
Principle functions of the endocrine system
Physiology of hormones
Actions of the Anterior and Posterior Pituitary Glands
Hormone receptors
Mechanisms of homeostatic action
Cardiovascular Physiology – Study of the heart and blood vessels
The Cardiac Cycle
Heart-Muscle cell contraction
Hemodynamics of blood - volume, BP, capillary exchange
The Arterial-Alveolar Gradient
Cardiac Output
Oxygen Transport
Immunology – Study of the body defence mechanisms
Non specific cellular and Chemical Defenses
Functions of White Blood Cells
The Inflammatory Response
The Physiology of Fever
Specific Defense Mechanisms
Immunity and Antibodise
Respiratory Physiology – Study the functions of the air passageways and lungs
Pulmonary Ventilation - pulmonary capacity
Gas Exchange
Lung Volumes and Capacity
The Respiratory Epithelium
Renal Physiology – Study of the function of the kidneys
Structure and Functions of the kidneys
Nephrons
Glomerular Filtration
Renal control of Electrolytes and Acid Base Balance
Active and Passive Tubular Reabsorption
Tubular Secretion
The process of Micturition
A course designed for health therapists and all those working in health care that want or need to develop a deeper understanding of the human body processes and health maintenance.
COURSE CONTENTS:
There are 9 lessons in this module as follows:
1. Cell Physiology
2. Histophysiology
3. Systems Physiology
4. Neurophysiology
5. Endocrinology
6. Cardiovascular Physiology
7. Immunology
8. Respiratory Physiology
9. Renal Physiology
DETAILED CONTENTS:
Cell Physiology – Study of the functions of cells
Chemical reactions
Homeostasis, feedback systems, homeostatic imbalances
Cellular Metabolism
Membrane Transport
Histophysiology – Study of the functions of tissues
Muscle filaments and fibres
Bone Ossification and Growth
Varieties of Dense Connective Tissue
Functions of Epithilial Tissue
Systems Physiology - Study of the significant systems and functions of organs
Autonomic Nervous System
Dual Innervation and neurotransmitters
Actions of the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous System
Peripheral Nervous System
General senses and their integrative function
Study of the sensory modalities - smell, taste, vision, hearing and equilibrium
Neurophysiology – Study of the functional characteristics of nerve cells
Structure of the Nervous System
Myelination
Resting membrane potentions, ion channels, repolarization
Classification of different neurons
Grey/White matter
Reflexes, relex arcs and homeostasis
Action potentials and synapses
Functions of the cerebral cortex
Endocrinology – Study of hormones and how they control body functions
Principle functions of the endocrine system
Physiology of hormones
Actions of the Anterior and Posterior Pituitary Glands
Hormone receptors
Mechanisms of homeostatic action
Cardiovascular Physiology – Study of the heart and blood vessels
The Cardiac Cycle
Heart-Muscle cell contraction
Hemodynamics of blood - volume, BP, capillary exchange
The Arterial-Alveolar Gradient
Cardiac Output
Oxygen Transport
Immunology – Study of the body defence mechanisms
Non specific cellular and Chemical Defenses
Functions of White Blood Cells
The Inflammatory Response
The Physiology of Fever
Specific Defense Mechanisms
Immunity and Antibodise
Respiratory Physiology – Study the functions of the air passageways and lungs
Pulmonary Ventilation - pulmonary capacity
Gas Exchange
Lung Volumes and Capacity
The Respiratory Epithelium
Renal Physiology – Study of the function of the kidneys
Structure and Functions of the kidneys
Nephrons
Glomerular Filtration
Renal control of Electrolytes and Acid Base Balance
Active and Passive Tubular Reabsorption
Tubular Secretion
The process of Micturition
Do you need clarification regarding the course program?
Contact the person in charge , free and at no obligation, for information on how to enroll, enrollment limit/availability and more.
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The courses are designed to grow individuals, both personally and professionally, to equip them for a fulfilling life and career.
The Educational Academy was the brainchild of Dr James Macaskill born from many years experience as an academic leader, researcher and consultant within the UK and globally.
In the current and future economic, technological and social environment it has become evident that personal development has become the key to both individual and global survival and growth.
Therefore it is imperative that the advantages offered by the digital age should be utilized to meet those needs in a flexible, relevant and cost effective way.
The Educational Academy meets that challenge.
The aim of the Educational Academy is to offer relevant, cost& time effective development programmes using a range of flexible delivery methods.
The courses are designed to grow individuals, both personally and professionally, to equip them for a fulfilling life and career.
The Educational Academy was the brainchild of Dr James Macaskill born from many years experience as an academic leader, researcher and consultant within the UK and globally.
In the current and future economic, technological and social environment it has become evident that personal development has become the key to both individual and global survival and growth.
Therefore it is imperative that the advantages offered by the digital age should be utilized to meet those needs in a flexible, relevant and cost effective way.
The Educational Academy meets that challenge.