Intro to Physiology & Biochemistry (900H1)
Introduction to Physiology and Biochemistry
Module 900H1
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This module takes a functional approach providing students with an understanding of the core physiological, biomechanical, and biochemical concepts that underpin the human body. The content will move through the human organ systems and tissue types with particular emphasis placed on learning fundamental principles and their relevance in a biomedical engineering environment.
Module learning outcomes
Explain the functions, biomechanical principles, and physiological roles of the major human organ systems and tissue types
Apply core physiological and biochemical concepts fundamental to the human body and its function to understand consequences of engineered interventions
Interpret how alteration to one system can result in downstream pathophysiological effects in another system
Discuss how systems can be targeted by medical procedures and devices to restore function
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | Semester 1 Assessment | 70.00% |
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Group Presentation | T1 Week 6 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111011111 |
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 2 hours | 11111011111 |
| Autumn Semester | Online Lecture | 1 hour | 33333033333 |
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