Frontiers in Physiology

Subject PHYS30008 (2014)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2014.

Credit Points: 12.50
Level: 3 (Undergraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject is not offered in 2014.
Time Commitment: Contact Hours: 3 x one hour lectures per week plus 1 x three hour workshops (research) per fortnight (total contact hours: 54)
Total Time Commitment:

120 hours
Prerequisites:

Bachelor of Science (2009 onwards)

Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Semester 1, Semester 2
12.50

plus one of:

Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Semester 1, Semester 2
12.50

Bachelor of Biomedicine

Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:

Bachelor of Science (prior to 2009)

536-201 Principles of Physiology
536-211 Physiology: Control of Body Function
536-222 Experimental Physiology


All Students:

At least one other level 3 Physiology subject (this can also be taken concurrently).
Corequisites:

See Prerequisites
Recommended Background Knowledge:

None
Non Allowed Subjects:

None
Core Participation Requirements:

Contact

Subject Coordinators

Prof David Alan Williams

d.williams@unimelb.edu.au

Dr Charles Sevigny

sevignyc@unimelb.edu.au

Administrative Coordinator

Ms Lesley Robinson

BiomedSci-AcademicServices@unimelb.edu.au

Subject Overview:

The subject will provide a detailed understanding of some of the most recent advances in select areas of physiology presented as key note lectures attended by all students in this subject.

Students then select, as guided by their interest, from a number of areas of study that reflect the dynamic nature of physiology and research focuses of the department. These currently encompass i) Cardiovascular Health, ii) Muscle and Exercise Physiology and iii) Neurophysiology.

Students develop theoretical background in part using graduate skills in planning, qualitative and quantitative critical analysis, and communication of molecular, biological, biochemical and physiological approaches to investigate physiological processes.

Students will be introduced to new technologies that enable the understanding of selected areas of study. A research-focused assignment will bring together elements of both theoretical and practical Physiology and is designed to extend teamwork experiences, the ability to read critically, and to evaluate and communicate physiological information.
Learning Outcomes:

To develop an understanding of Physiology as a modern, research-intensive scientific discipline.
Assessment:
  • One mid-semester written report on Keynote lectures (20%);
  • One mid-semester written report on an online group (wiki) research project (40%);
  • One two hour end of semester examination (40%)
Prescribed Texts:

None
Breadth Options:

This subject potentially can be taken as a breadth subject component for the following courses:

You should visit learn more about breadth subjects and read the breadth requirements for your degree, and should discuss your choice with your student adviser, before deciding on your subjects.

Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:
  • To develop knowledge of Physiology as a research-intensive multidisciplinary science.
  • To develop and apply skills of critical evaluation of scientific literature, physiological data and experimental design.
  • To develop the capacity to understand practical skills and technologies in the solution of scientific problems.
  • To develop the skills to communicate the results of Physiological study in both written and oral form.
  • To have an appreciation of the historical background and evolution of scientific concepts.
  • To foster a sense of intellectual curiosity and a desire for lifelong learning, and a capacity to be creative and innovative.
Notes:

This subject is available to students enrolled in the New Generation BSc, BBioMed, pre-2008 BSc or BBiomedSc.
Related Majors/Minors/Specialisations: Animal Disease Biotechnology (specialisation of Animal Health and Disease major)
Human Structure and Function
Physiology
Science credit subjects* for pre-2008 BSc, BASc and combined degree science courses
Science-credited subjects - new generation B-SCI and B-ENG.
Selective subjects for B-BMED

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