- Course Code
- ZO 3509
- Credit Points
- 15
- Course Coordinator
- Professor D Hazlerigg
Pre-requisites
Overview
This course covers the physiological mechanisms animals have evolved to meet the demands of survival. Basic physiological principles will be revisited to facilitate the understanding of complex processes such as Neuronal Function, Hormonal Signalling, Osmoregulation, Gas Exchange, Sensory Systems and Metabolism.
Structure
3 two-hour lectures and 1 four-hour practical per week, approximately 60 hour contact time.
6 week course (thread one, weeks 30-35).
Assessment
To pass this course, a pass must be achieved in both the theory exam and the in-course assessment.
1st Attempt: 1 three-hour written examination (60%) and in-course assessment (40%).
Resit: 1 three-hour written examination (100%), this may contain material from both the practical and lecture components of the course.
Formative Assessment
A strong emphasis will be made throughout the course on informal verbal feedback during seminar and workshop sessions.
Feedback
Each student will receive individual feedback and a mark for each task. Feedback will be provided as written comments. Groups will also be given generic feedback.