Module Details

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Title ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
Code PHYS891
Coordinator Prof PJ Nolan
Physics
P.J.Nolan@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2019-20 Level 7 FHEQ First Semester 10

Aims

Knowledge of the necessary physics and biological principles which underpin medical physics and clinical engineering. Have the skill and ability to apply  knowledge from different areas to the solution of a problem Have the ability to communicate results clearly


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Outline the chemical, cellular and tissue level of organisation of the body. Describe the function of blood as a tissue, blood cells (types and life times). Know the structure and function of the skin. Know the structure and function of the skeletal system. Describe the organisation, basic structure and function of the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous system. Know the normal structure and function of the respiratory system including ventilation, gaseous exchange and blood gas transport. Know the normal structure and function of the heart, blood vessels and lymphatic system. Know the anatomy and physiology of vision, hearing and equilibrium. Know the normal structure and function of the GI tract including digestion and absorption of food, the liver and liver function tests. Know the normal structure and function of the kidney including anatomy and function of the endocrine system, electrolyte and acid-base balance and hormonal mechanisms and control. Know the anatomy a nd physiology of the male and female reproductive tract. Know the principles of inheritance, DNA and genetics including carrier status, genetic crosses/pedigree/punnet squares/cross diagrams. Know the cellular, tissue and systems responses to disease including cell death, inflammation, neoplasia, hypertrophy, hyperplasia, tissue responses to injury and repair. Malignant disease and role of radiotherapy Basic radiobiology Introduction to radiotherapy equipment (treatment machines and dosimetry equipment) Characteristics of clinical beams Target volume localisation; equipment and methods Principles of treatment planning Treatment verification Introduction to quality assurance, calibration, treatment accuracy and safety; standards Radiation protection specific to radiotherapy - local rules, protection measurements


Syllabus

 

1 MSC Curriculum 2.1 Healthcare Science, learning outcomes 1-13: Basic cellular composition and biochemistry (e.g. ionic and covalent bonds, lipid bilayers, proteins and enzymes) Cell electrophysiology Hierarchies of cellular organisation, from cell to tissue to organ Basic principles of genetics Human organ systems and integration of organ systems for normal function (digestive, cardiovascular, respiratory, urogenital, nervous, endocrine and musculoskeletal system) Disease, pathology and the immune response MSC Curriculum 3.0 Medical Physics, Introduction to radiotherapy physics p13: Malignant disease and radiotherapy Basic radiobiology


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided

Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided

Teaching Method 3 - Laboratory Work
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided

Teaching Method 4 - Field Work
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 15

  5

20

40

  80
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 20
TOTAL HOURS 100

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Assessment 2 Assessment Schedule (When) :1  2 hours    70       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Assessment 1 Assessment Schedule (When) :1      30       

Recommended Texts

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