Course Unit / Anatomy and Physiology

Anatomy and Physiology

Year
1
Academic year
2021-2022
Code
02037740
Subject Area
Ciências Biomédicas
Language of Instruction
Portuguese
Other Languages of Instruction
English
Mode of Delivery
Face-to-face
Duration
SEMESTRIAL
ECTS Credits
6.0
Type
Compulsory
Level
2nd Cycle Studies - Mestrado

Recommended Prerequisites

The student must have the appropriate background in Biology. The adequate understanding of the recommended literature also requires basic knowledge of English.

Teaching Methods

The theoretical classes are intended to lead students towards the fundamental aspects of human anatomy and physiology.

The theorico-pratical classes are centered in concepts and problems discussion.

The practical classes focuses on the observation of anatomic models allowind the students to identify the various human organs.  

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this curricular unit, the students are expected to: 1) interpret common medical terminology; 2) acquire knowledge on the anatomy of the various organs and systems; 3) acquire knowledge on the function of the various organs and systems and  their integration as a whole; 4) apply the knowledge acquired.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

1. Body Organization and Anatomical Nomenclature

2. Musculoskeletal System  

3. Anatomy and Physiology of Nervous System and Sensory Organs.

4. Thorax: Bones and Organs

5. Abdomen Anatomy: Divisions and regions; Organs

6. Respiratory and Cardiovascular Systems: Organs and Location

7. Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Sistems: Organs and Location

8. Urinary and Reprodutive Systems: Organs and Location

9. Respiratory System: Physiology; Pathology

10. Cardiovascular System: Physiology; Pathology

11. Blood Cells and Hemostasis: Physiology; Pathology

12. Gastrointestinal System: Physiology; Pathology

13. Urinary System: Physiology; Pathology.

14. Endocrine System: Physiology; Pathology  

15. Reproductive System: Physiology; Pathology.

Head Lecturer(s)

Raquel Maria Fino Seiça

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Exam: 100.0%

Bibliography

- Dauber W - Pocket Atlas of Human Anatomy, 5th ed. Stuttgart: Thieme Verlag, 2007

 - Gray's Anatomy for Students, 3rd ed. Philadelphia, PA: Churchill Livingstone, 2014

 - Human Physiology. The Basis of Medicine. Oxford Core Texts - Gillian Pocock, Christopher D. Richards and David A. Richards, 4th edition, 2013

 - Textbook of Medical Physiology - Arthur C. Guyton and John E. Hall, 13th edition, 2016.