Anatomy and PhysiologyLaajuus (3 cr)
Code: SH00DN10
Objective
Anatomy and physiology
The student is able to
- define and use terms and concepts related to anatomy and physiology.
- design the structures of the body in Finnish and Latin.
- explain the structure and function of organs and organ systems and their role in the functioning of the human body.
- explain the mechanisms of regulating the body's functions.
Content
Cell and tissues: basic structure and function of cells, tissue types and their properties.
Nervous system: main features of nervous tissue, parts of the nervous system and their structure, nervous regulation.
Endocrine system: structure and function, key hormones and their function, hormonal regulation, connection to neural regulation.
The immune system: the basics of the immune system's functions, structure and function.
Musculoskeletal system: main features of bone and muscle tissue, large bones of the body, different types of joints and their function, superficial muscles of the body, functions of the musculoskeletal system.
Cardiovascular system and blood: circulatory structures and function, cardiovascular functions, blood pressure, basics of circulatory function control, blood cells and blood composition, blood clotting process, fetal and neonatal circulation, lymphatic system connection to bloodstream, blood circulation to heat control.
Respiratory system: structure and function of the respiratory system, connection to the circulatory system, oxygen and carbon dioxide transport in the respiratory system, basics of breathing control and respiratory flow.
Digestive system and energy metabolism: structures and function of the digestive system, nutrients and their digestion, energy metabolism and its regulation.
Urinary excretion and fluid balance: structure and function of the kidneys and urinary tract, regulation of fluid balance, involvement of the kidneys and lungs in regulating the acid-base balance of the body.
The senses: the basic structure and function of the sensory organs, the transmission and interpretation of the senses.
Reproduction: structure and function of female and male genitals, production of ova and sperm, menstrual cycle, basics of conception, progression of pregnancy and childbirth.
Qualifications
No prerequisites
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
1-2
The student
-is able to use the most relevant terminology of anatomy and physiology.
-is able to name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain the basics of their functioning.
-is able to explain the basics of organ function in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the mechanisms of body regulation in general.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
3-4
The student
-can use the terminology of anatomy and physiology appropriately.
-is able to name and explain the structures, organs and organ systems of the body.
-is able to explain the importance of organ systems in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the body's mechanisms of regulation in a versatile manner.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
5
The student
-can use the terminology of anatomy and physiology appropriately and versatile.
-can describe in detail the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain their activities in a comprehensive manner.
-is able to thoroughly explain the role of organ systems in the functioning of the human body and is able to integrate organ system interactions comprehensively.
-is able to describe in detail the mechanisms of regulating the body and is able to explain the co-operation of regulatory mechanisms.
Enrollment
06.01.2025 - 19.01.2025
Timing
13.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
Teachers
- Anna Rauha
- Riku Uusi-Jaakkola
Student groups
-
MSH25KBachelor of Health Care, Nursing, Multimodal implementation
Objective
Anatomy and physiology
The student is able to
- define and use terms and concepts related to anatomy and physiology.
- design the structures of the body in Finnish and Latin.
- explain the structure and function of organs and organ systems and their role in the functioning of the human body.
- explain the mechanisms of regulating the body's functions.
Content
Cell and tissues: basic structure and function of cells, tissue types and their properties.
Nervous system: main features of nervous tissue, parts of the nervous system and their structure, nervous regulation.
Endocrine system: structure and function, key hormones and their function, hormonal regulation, connection to neural regulation.
The immune system: the basics of the immune system's functions, structure and function.
Musculoskeletal system: main features of bone and muscle tissue, large bones of the body, different types of joints and their function, superficial muscles of the body, functions of the musculoskeletal system.
Cardiovascular system and blood: circulatory structures and function, cardiovascular functions, blood pressure, basics of circulatory function control, blood cells and blood composition, blood clotting process, fetal and neonatal circulation, lymphatic system connection to bloodstream, blood circulation to heat control.
Respiratory system: structure and function of the respiratory system, connection to the circulatory system, oxygen and carbon dioxide transport in the respiratory system, basics of breathing control and respiratory flow.
Digestive system and energy metabolism: structures and function of the digestive system, nutrients and their digestion, energy metabolism and its regulation.
Urinary excretion and fluid balance: structure and function of the kidneys and urinary tract, regulation of fluid balance, involvement of the kidneys and lungs in regulating the acid-base balance of the body.
The senses: the basic structure and function of the sensory organs, the transmission and interpretation of the senses.
Reproduction: structure and function of female and male genitals, production of ova and sperm, menstrual cycle, basics of conception, progression of pregnancy and childbirth.
Materials
Study material in Moodle, Visible Body 3D atlas
Literature:
Leppäluoto, J., Rintamäki, H., Vakkuri, O. 2019. Anatomia ja fysiologia Rakenteesta toimintaan
OR Nienstedt, W. ym. 2009. Ihmisen fysiologia ja anatomia
OR Sand, O., Sjaastad, Ö. V., Haug, E. 2016. Ihminen - fysiologia ja anatomia.
OR Tapani Risto (toim.) 2023. Ihmisen fysiologiaa -perusteista pidemmälle
Teaching methods
Lectures, independent and team learning, learning tasks and exercises
Exam schedules
Three supervised Moodle exams. Retakes as EXAM tests.
Student workload
Contact teaching 20 t
Exams 4 t
Independent study 57 t
Content scheduling
Part 1: Cells and tissues, circulatory, respiratory and urinary systems
Part 2: Digestive system, nervous and endocrine system
Part 3: Musculoskeletal systems and skin
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
1-2
The student
-is able to use the most relevant terminology of anatomy and physiology.
-is able to name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain the basics of their functioning.
-is able to explain the basics of organ function in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the mechanisms of body regulation in general.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
3-4
The student
-can use the terminology of anatomy and physiology appropriately.
-is able to name and explain the structures, organs and organ systems of the body.
-is able to explain the importance of organ systems in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the body's mechanisms of regulation in a versatile manner.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
5
The student
-can use the terminology of anatomy and physiology appropriately and versatile.
-can describe in detail the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain their activities in a comprehensive manner.
-is able to thoroughly explain the role of organ systems in the functioning of the human body and is able to integrate organ system interactions comprehensively.
-is able to describe in detail the mechanisms of regulating the body and is able to explain the co-operation of regulatory mechanisms.
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation in classes
Exam (1-5)
Independent tasks (pass/fail).
Return of course feedback.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student
-is able to use the most relevant terminology of anatomy and physiology.
-is able to name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain the basics of their functioning.
-is able to explain the basics of organ function in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the mechanisms of body regulation in general.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Student
-can use anatomical and physiological terminology appropriately
-can name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain their function
-can explain the importance of the function of organ systems for the functioning of the human body
-can describe the regulatory mechanisms of the body in a variety of ways
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Student
-can use anatomical and physiological terminology appropriately and in a variety of ways.
-can name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body in detail and explain their function in a comprehensive manner.
-can thoroughly explain the importance of the function of organ systems for the functioning of the human body and can link the interplay of organ systems into a whole.
-can describe in detail the regulatory mechanisms of the body and can explain how the regulatory mechanisms work together.
Qualifications
No prerequisites
Enrollment
06.01.2025 - 31.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
Teachers
- Anna Rauha
- Riku Uusi-Jaakkola
Student groups
-
SH25KBachelor of Health Care, Nursing, Full-time studies
Objective
Anatomy and physiology
The student is able to
- define and use terms and concepts related to anatomy and physiology.
- design the structures of the body in Finnish and Latin.
- explain the structure and function of organs and organ systems and their role in the functioning of the human body.
- explain the mechanisms of regulating the body's functions.
Content
Cell and tissues: basic structure and function of cells, tissue types and their properties.
Nervous system: main features of nervous tissue, parts of the nervous system and their structure, nervous regulation.
Endocrine system: structure and function, key hormones and their function, hormonal regulation, connection to neural regulation.
The immune system: the basics of the immune system's functions, structure and function.
Musculoskeletal system: main features of bone and muscle tissue, large bones of the body, different types of joints and their function, superficial muscles of the body, functions of the musculoskeletal system.
Cardiovascular system and blood: circulatory structures and function, cardiovascular functions, blood pressure, basics of circulatory function control, blood cells and blood composition, blood clotting process, fetal and neonatal circulation, lymphatic system connection to bloodstream, blood circulation to heat control.
Respiratory system: structure and function of the respiratory system, connection to the circulatory system, oxygen and carbon dioxide transport in the respiratory system, basics of breathing control and respiratory flow.
Digestive system and energy metabolism: structures and function of the digestive system, nutrients and their digestion, energy metabolism and its regulation.
Urinary excretion and fluid balance: structure and function of the kidneys and urinary tract, regulation of fluid balance, involvement of the kidneys and lungs in regulating the acid-base balance of the body.
The senses: the basic structure and function of the sensory organs, the transmission and interpretation of the senses.
Reproduction: structure and function of female and male genitals, production of ova and sperm, menstrual cycle, basics of conception, progression of pregnancy and childbirth.
Materials
Study material in Moodle, Visible Body 3D atlas
Literature:
Leppäluoto, J., Rintamäki, H., Vakkuri, O. 2019. Anatomia ja fysiologia Rakenteesta toimintaan
OR Nienstedt, W. ym. 2009. Ihmisen fysiologia ja anatomia
OR Sand, O., Sjaastad, Ö. V., Haug, E. 2016. Ihminen - fysiologia ja anatomia
OR Tapani Risto (toim.) 2023. Ihmisen fysiologiaa -perusteista pidemmälle
Teaching methods
Lectures, independent and team learning, learning tasks and exercises
Exam schedules
Three supervised Moodle exams. Retakes as EXAM tests.
Student workload
Contact teaching 28 t
Exams 4 t
Independent study 49 t
Content scheduling
Part 1: Cells and tissues, circulatory, respiratory and urinary systems
Part 2: Digestive system, nervous and endocrine system
Part 3: Musculoskeletal systems, skin
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
1-2
The student
-is able to use the most relevant terminology of anatomy and physiology.
-is able to name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain the basics of their functioning.
-is able to explain the basics of organ function in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the mechanisms of body regulation in general.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
3-4
The student
-can use the terminology of anatomy and physiology appropriately.
-is able to name and explain the structures, organs and organ systems of the body.
-is able to explain the importance of organ systems in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the body's mechanisms of regulation in a versatile manner.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
5
The student
-can use the terminology of anatomy and physiology appropriately and versatile.
-can describe in detail the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain their activities in a comprehensive manner.
-is able to thoroughly explain the role of organ systems in the functioning of the human body and is able to integrate organ system interactions comprehensively.
-is able to describe in detail the mechanisms of regulating the body and is able to explain the co-operation of regulatory mechanisms.
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation in classes, exam (1-5), independent tasks (pass/fail).
Return of course feedback.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student
-is able to use the most relevant terminology of anatomy and physiology.
-is able to name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain the basics of their functioning.
-is able to explain the basics of organ function in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the mechanisms of body regulation in general.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Student
-can use anatomical and physiological terminology appropriately
-can name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain their function
-can explain the importance of the function of organ systems for the functioning of the human body
-can describe the regulatory mechanisms of the body in a variety of ways
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Student
-can use anatomical and physiological terminology appropriately and in a variety of ways.
-can name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body in detail and explain their function in a comprehensive manner.
-can thoroughly explain the importance of the function of organ systems for the functioning of the human body and can link the interplay of organ systems into a whole.
-can describe in detail the regulatory mechanisms of the body and can explain how the regulatory mechanisms work together.
Qualifications
No prerequisites
Enrollment
01.01.2025 - 19.01.2025
Timing
06.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
Teachers
- Anna Rauha
- Riku Uusi-Jaakkola
Student groups
-
MTH25Bachelor of Health Care, Public Health Nursing
Objective
Anatomy and physiology
The student is able to
- define and use terms and concepts related to anatomy and physiology.
- design the structures of the body in Finnish and Latin.
- explain the structure and function of organs and organ systems and their role in the functioning of the human body.
- explain the mechanisms of regulating the body's functions.
Content
Cell and tissues: basic structure and function of cells, tissue types and their properties.
Nervous system: main features of nervous tissue, parts of the nervous system and their structure, nervous regulation.
Endocrine system: structure and function, key hormones and their function, hormonal regulation, connection to neural regulation.
The immune system: the basics of the immune system's functions, structure and function.
Musculoskeletal system: main features of bone and muscle tissue, large bones of the body, different types of joints and their function, superficial muscles of the body, functions of the musculoskeletal system.
Cardiovascular system and blood: circulatory structures and function, cardiovascular functions, blood pressure, basics of circulatory function control, blood cells and blood composition, blood clotting process, fetal and neonatal circulation, lymphatic system connection to bloodstream, blood circulation to heat control.
Respiratory system: structure and function of the respiratory system, connection to the circulatory system, oxygen and carbon dioxide transport in the respiratory system, basics of breathing control and respiratory flow.
Digestive system and energy metabolism: structures and function of the digestive system, nutrients and their digestion, energy metabolism and its regulation.
Urinary excretion and fluid balance: structure and function of the kidneys and urinary tract, regulation of fluid balance, involvement of the kidneys and lungs in regulating the acid-base balance of the body.
The senses: the basic structure and function of the sensory organs, the transmission and interpretation of the senses.
Reproduction: structure and function of female and male genitals, production of ova and sperm, menstrual cycle, basics of conception, progression of pregnancy and childbirth.
Materials
Study material in Moodle, Visible Body 3D atlas
Literature:
Leppäluoto, J., Rintamäki, H., Vakkuri, O. 2019. Anatomia ja fysiologia Rakenteesta toimintaan
OR Nienstedt, W. ym. 2009. Ihmisen fysiologia ja anatomia
OR Sand, O., Sjaastad, Ö. V., Haug, E. 2016. Ihminen - fysiologia ja anatomia
OR Tapani Risto (toim.) 2023. Ihmisen fysiologiaa -perusteista pidemmälle
Teaching methods
Lectures, independent and team learning, learning tasks and exercises
Exam schedules
Three supervised Moodle exams. Retakes as EXAM tests.
Student workload
Contact teaching 20 t
Exams 4 t
Independent study 57 t
Content scheduling
Part 1: Cells and tissues, circulatory, respiratory and urinary systems
Part 2: Digestive system, nervous and endocrine system
Part 3: Musculoskeletal systems
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
1-2
The student
-is able to use the most relevant terminology of anatomy and physiology.
-is able to name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain the basics of their functioning.
-is able to explain the basics of organ function in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the mechanisms of body regulation in general.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
3-4
The student
-can use the terminology of anatomy and physiology appropriately.
-is able to name and explain the structures, organs and organ systems of the body.
-is able to explain the importance of organ systems in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the body's mechanisms of regulation in a versatile manner.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
5
The student
-can use the terminology of anatomy and physiology appropriately and versatile.
-can describe in detail the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain their activities in a comprehensive manner.
-is able to thoroughly explain the role of organ systems in the functioning of the human body and is able to integrate organ system interactions comprehensively.
-is able to describe in detail the mechanisms of regulating the body and is able to explain the co-operation of regulatory mechanisms.
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation in classes
Exam (1-5)
Independent tasks (pass/fail).
Return of course feedback.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student
-is able to use the most relevant terminology of anatomy and physiology.
-is able to name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain the basics of their functioning.
-is able to explain the basics of organ function in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the mechanisms of body regulation in general.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Student
-can use anatomical and physiological terminology appropriately
-can name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain their function
-can explain the importance of the function of organ systems for the functioning of the human body
-can describe the regulatory mechanisms of the body in a variety of ways
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Student
-can use anatomical and physiological terminology appropriately and in a variety of ways.
-can name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body in detail and explain their function in a comprehensive manner.
-can thoroughly explain the importance of the function of organ systems for the functioning of the human body and can link the interplay of organ systems into a whole.
-can describe in detail the regulatory mechanisms of the body and can explain how the regulatory mechanisms work together.
Qualifications
No prerequisites
Enrollment
23.08.2024 - 15.09.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
Teachers
- Anna Rauha
- Riku Uusi-Jaakkola
Student groups
-
SH24SBachelor of Health Care, Nursing
Objective
Anatomy and physiology
The student is able to
- define and use terms and concepts related to anatomy and physiology.
- design the structures of the body in Finnish and Latin.
- explain the structure and function of organs and organ systems and their role in the functioning of the human body.
- explain the mechanisms of regulating the body's functions.
Content
Cell and tissues: basic structure and function of cells, tissue types and their properties.
Nervous system: main features of nervous tissue, parts of the nervous system and their structure, nervous regulation.
Endocrine system: structure and function, key hormones and their function, hormonal regulation, connection to neural regulation.
The immune system: the basics of the immune system's functions, structure and function.
Musculoskeletal system: main features of bone and muscle tissue, large bones of the body, different types of joints and their function, superficial muscles of the body, functions of the musculoskeletal system.
Cardiovascular system and blood: circulatory structures and function, cardiovascular functions, blood pressure, basics of circulatory function control, blood cells and blood composition, blood clotting process, fetal and neonatal circulation, lymphatic system connection to bloodstream, blood circulation to heat control.
Respiratory system: structure and function of the respiratory system, connection to the circulatory system, oxygen and carbon dioxide transport in the respiratory system, basics of breathing control and respiratory flow.
Digestive system and energy metabolism: structures and function of the digestive system, nutrients and their digestion, energy metabolism and its regulation.
Urinary excretion and fluid balance: structure and function of the kidneys and urinary tract, regulation of fluid balance, involvement of the kidneys and lungs in regulating the acid-base balance of the body.
The senses: the basic structure and function of the sensory organs, the transmission and interpretation of the senses.
Reproduction: structure and function of female and male genitals, production of ova and sperm, menstrual cycle, basics of conception, progression of pregnancy and childbirth.
Materials
Study material in Moodle, Visible Body 3D atlas
Literature:
Leppäluoto, J., Rintamäki, H., Vakkuri, O. 2019. Anatomia ja fysiologia Rakenteesta toimintaan
TAI Nienstedt, W. ym. 2009. Ihmisen fysiologia ja anatomia
TAI Sand, O., Sjaastad, Ö. V., Haug, E. 2016. Ihminen - fysiologia ja anatomia.
Teaching methods
Lectures, independent and team learning, learning tasks and exercises
Exam schedules
Three supervised Moodle exams. Retakes as EXAM tests.
Student workload
Contact teaching 30 t
Exams 3 t
Independent study 48 t
Content scheduling
Part 1: Cells, tissues, and skin, the circulatory, respiratory and urinary systems
Part 2: Digestive system, nervous and endocrine system
Part 3: Musculoskeletal systems
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
1-2
The student
-is able to use the most relevant terminology of anatomy and physiology.
-is able to name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain the basics of their functioning.
-is able to explain the basics of organ function in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the mechanisms of body regulation in general.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
3-4
The student
-can use the terminology of anatomy and physiology appropriately.
-is able to name and explain the structures, organs and organ systems of the body.
-is able to explain the importance of organ systems in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the body's mechanisms of regulation in a versatile manner.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
5
The student
-can use the terminology of anatomy and physiology appropriately and versatile.
-can describe in detail the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain their activities in a comprehensive manner.
-is able to thoroughly explain the role of organ systems in the functioning of the human body and is able to integrate organ system interactions comprehensively.
-is able to describe in detail the mechanisms of regulating the body and is able to explain the co-operation of regulatory mechanisms.
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation in classes, average exam marks (1-5), independent assignments (pass/fail). Return of course feedback
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student
-is able to use the most relevant terminology of anatomy and physiology.
-is able to name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain the basics of their functioning.
-is able to explain the basics of organ function in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the mechanisms of body regulation in general.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Student
-can use anatomical and physiological terminology appropriately
-can name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain their function
-can explain the importance of the function of organ systems for the functioning of the human body
-can describe the regulatory mechanisms of the body in a variety of ways
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Student
-can use anatomical and physiological terminology appropriately and in a variety of ways.
-can name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body in detail and explain their function in a comprehensive manner.
-can thoroughly explain the importance of the function of organ systems for the functioning of the human body and can link the interplay of organ systems into a whole.
-can describe in detail the regulatory mechanisms of the body and can explain how the regulatory mechanisms work together.
Qualifications
No prerequisites
Enrollment
26.08.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 22.12.2024
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
Teachers
- Anna Rauha
- Riku Uusi-Jaakkola
Student groups
-
MSH24SBachelor of Health Care, Nursing, Multimodal implementation
Objective
Anatomy and physiology
The student is able to
- define and use terms and concepts related to anatomy and physiology.
- design the structures of the body in Finnish and Latin.
- explain the structure and function of organs and organ systems and their role in the functioning of the human body.
- explain the mechanisms of regulating the body's functions.
Content
Cell and tissues: basic structure and function of cells, tissue types and their properties.
Nervous system: main features of nervous tissue, parts of the nervous system and their structure, nervous regulation.
Endocrine system: structure and function, key hormones and their function, hormonal regulation, connection to neural regulation.
The immune system: the basics of the immune system's functions, structure and function.
Musculoskeletal system: main features of bone and muscle tissue, large bones of the body, different types of joints and their function, superficial muscles of the body, functions of the musculoskeletal system.
Cardiovascular system and blood: circulatory structures and function, cardiovascular functions, blood pressure, basics of circulatory function control, blood cells and blood composition, blood clotting process, fetal and neonatal circulation, lymphatic system connection to bloodstream, blood circulation to heat control.
Respiratory system: structure and function of the respiratory system, connection to the circulatory system, oxygen and carbon dioxide transport in the respiratory system, basics of breathing control and respiratory flow.
Digestive system and energy metabolism: structures and function of the digestive system, nutrients and their digestion, energy metabolism and its regulation.
Urinary excretion and fluid balance: structure and function of the kidneys and urinary tract, regulation of fluid balance, involvement of the kidneys and lungs in regulating the acid-base balance of the body.
The senses: the basic structure and function of the sensory organs, the transmission and interpretation of the senses.
Reproduction: structure and function of female and male genitals, production of ova and sperm, menstrual cycle, basics of conception, progression of pregnancy and childbirth.
Materials
Study material in Moodle, Visible Body 3D atlas
Literature:
Leppäluoto, J., Rintamäki, H., Vakkuri, O. 2019. Anatomia ja fysiologia Rakenteesta toimintaan
TAI Nienstedt, W. ym. 2009. Ihmisen fysiologia ja anatomia
TAI Sand, O., Sjaastad, Ö. V., Haug, E. 2016. Ihminen - fysiologia ja anatomia.
Teaching methods
Lectures, independent and team learning, learning tasks and exercises
Exam schedules
Three supervised Moodle exams. Retakes as EXAM tests.
Student workload
Contact teaching 20 t
Exams 4 t
Independent study 57 t
Content scheduling
Part 1: Cells, tissues, and skin, the circulatory, respiratory and urinary systems
Part 2: Digestive system, nervous and endocrine system
Part 3: Musculoskeletal systems
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
1-2
The student
-is able to use the most relevant terminology of anatomy and physiology.
-is able to name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain the basics of their functioning.
-is able to explain the basics of organ function in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the mechanisms of body regulation in general.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
3-4
The student
-can use the terminology of anatomy and physiology appropriately.
-is able to name and explain the structures, organs and organ systems of the body.
-is able to explain the importance of organ systems in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the body's mechanisms of regulation in a versatile manner.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
5
The student
-can use the terminology of anatomy and physiology appropriately and versatile.
-can describe in detail the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain their activities in a comprehensive manner.
-is able to thoroughly explain the role of organ systems in the functioning of the human body and is able to integrate organ system interactions comprehensively.
-is able to describe in detail the mechanisms of regulating the body and is able to explain the co-operation of regulatory mechanisms.
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation in classes
Exam (1-5)
Independent tasks (pass/fail).
Return of course feedback.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student
-is able to use the most relevant terminology of anatomy and physiology.
-is able to name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain the basics of their functioning.
-is able to explain the basics of organ function in the functioning of the human body.
-is able to describe the mechanisms of body regulation in general.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Student
-can use anatomical and physiological terminology appropriately
-can name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body and explain their function
-can explain the importance of the function of organ systems for the functioning of the human body
-can describe the regulatory mechanisms of the body in a variety of ways
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Student
-can use anatomical and physiological terminology appropriately and in a variety of ways.
-can name the structures, organs and organ systems of the body in detail and explain their function in a comprehensive manner.
-can thoroughly explain the importance of the function of organ systems for the functioning of the human body and can link the interplay of organ systems into a whole.
-can describe in detail the regulatory mechanisms of the body and can explain how the regulatory mechanisms work together.
Qualifications
No prerequisites