Course overview
To provide knowledge of the normal function of the human body and the ways in which the bodily systems integrate with each other to regulate nutrients.
- Endocrine and control systems
- Digestive system
- Renal Physiology
- Cardiorespiratory physiology
Course learning outcomes
- Display an integrated knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles of homeostasis and the maintenance of nutritional health
- Recognise and describe the main components of the endocrine, digestive, renal, cardiorespiratory systems and how they contribute to nutrient homeostasis
- Apply knowledge of physiological systems and their control to develop understanding of select real-life health and medical situations associated with nutrition
- Describe contemporary research approaches and techniques used to advance physiological knowledge
- Gather, analyse and evaluate data relevant to physiological concepts and systems using appropriate methods
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 29503
Section PR04
Size 25
Available 24
Class number 29504
Section PR03
Size 25
Available 25
Class number 29505
Section PR02
Size 25
Available 25
Class number 29506
Section PR01
Size 25
Available 25
Class number 29502
Section LE01
Size 50
Available 49
Class number 29507
Section TU01
Size 50
Available 49
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