NBIK14014U Cellular and Integrative Physiology
MSc Programme in Biology
Physiology is a very dynamic discipline, which develops continuously and utilizes new knowledge, perspectives and techniques from other scientific disciplines. The aim of the course is to integrate our knowledge of gene products and cellular functions with organ- and whole-body physiology. A thorough background established in cell physiology will be combined with organ physiology and studies on gene manipulated animals. The course will include related topic, such as nerve and muscle system, kidney and gastrointestinal system, cardiovascular and respiration system. These topics will also be cross-integrated in themes such as salt/water homeostasis, acid/base regulation, disturbance of ion channels and transduction processes, adaptation to physical activity and energy homeostasis. Selected themes will be illustrated by original literature, research based teaching from the institute. The course is suitable for students that are generally interested in physiology, biomedicine, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical industry.
The student will obtain a wide theoretical knowledge within the
physiological field. There will be a focus on fundamental
principles in cell physiology that form basis in understanding of
organ- and whole-body physiology. The student should be able to
explain mechanisms involved in cellular regulation, interplay
between different cells in the same organ, as well as in different
organs. This approach will lay foundations for understanding of
various physiological systems (see below), their normal function
and their function in stress, environmental challenges and disease.
The student should be able to apply calculations to solve
physiological problems. Furthermore, the student should be able to
read, discuss and present original scientific literature and
formulate hypothesis.
Knowledge:
The student will obtain a wide theoretical knowledge within the
physiological field. There will be a focus on fundamental
principles in cell physiology that form basis in understanding of
organ- and whole-body human physiology. The student will be able to
explain mechanisms involved in cellular regulation, interplay
between different cells in the same organ, as well as in different
organs. This approach will lay foundations for understanding of
various physiological systems, their normal function and their
function in stress, environmental challenges and disease.
Skills:
The student will be able to read, discuss and present original
scientific literature in the physiological field. The student will
be able to communicate outcome of studies to peers and also to
non-specialists. Furthermore, the student will get an insight and
experience in physiological experimental design and be able to
apply calculations to solve physiological problems.
Competences:
Based on physiological discipline, the student will be able to both
analyze complex and integrated systems, as well as understand
detailed driving mechanisms. The student will be able to design
experiments and studies to test given hypothesis. The student will
be able to evaluate and communicate concepts related to normal and
abnormal physiological functions.
See Absalon.
- Category
- Hours
- Colloquia
- 16
- Exam
- 4
- Guidance
- 5
- Lectures
- 50
- Practical exercises
- 14
- Preparation
- 311
- Project work
- 3
- Theory exercises
- 9
- Total
- 412
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- Credit
- 15 ECTS
- Type of assessment
- Written examination, 4 hours under invigilationThe course has been selected for ITX exam at Peter Bangs Vej.
- Aid
- Only certain aids allowed
Calculator and dictionary.
- Marking scale
- 7-point grading scale
- Censorship form
- No external censorship
Several internal examiners
- Re-exam
Oral examination. 30 minutes preparation of a drawn question and 30 minutes examination.
Aids: Calculator and dictionary.
Criteria for exam assesment
In order to achieve the grade 12 the student must perform the following:
- link cellular processes and regulatory mechanisms, including integrative interactions between cells in the same organ or cells in various organs
- explain and summarize the organism's overall physiological systems, their normal function, and function under stress and certain diseases
- explain the overall body and cell structure
- apply relevant calculation methods to physiological problems
- explain the relevant methods used to elucidate physiological problems
- present, discuss, evaluate and criticize the original literature
Course information
- Language
- English
- Course code
- NBIK14014U
- Credit
- 15 ECTS
- Level
- Full Degree Master
- Duration
- 1 block
- Placement
- Block 3
- Schedule
- Uden for skemastruktur
- Course capacity
- 80
- Continuing and further education
- Study board
- Study Board of Biology and Animal Science
Contracting department
- Department of Biology
Course responsibles
- Ivana Novak (inovak@bio.ku.dk)
Lecturers
Ivana Novak, Henriette Pilegaard, Jacob B. Hansen, Karsten Kristiansen and Dan Klærke.