2018/19 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
CARD3030 Integrated Cardiovascular Physiology
10 creditsClass Size: 30
Module manager: Dr Mark Drinkhill
Email: m.j.drinkhill@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2018/19
Pre-requisite qualifications
A Level Biology grade C or above and at least 10 credits at level 1 in a biomedical related subject or successful completion of the first two years of an MBChB programme at a UK university or international equivalent. For international students proof of English Language proficiency will be required. In line with undergraduate medicine we require a minimum of English GCSE grade B or IELTS 7.5 (including a 7.5 in spoken English), or equivalent.Students taking CARD3030 as a discovery module should have successfully completed CARD2010.
Pre-requisites
CARD2010 | Cardiovascular Pumps, Pipes and Electrics |
Module replaces
PATH3030This module is approved as a discovery module
Module summary
This module will cover the physiological and pathophysiological aspects of the functioning of the human heart and circulatory system. The mechanisms of control and adaptation will be examined in detail.Objectives
To develop detailed knowledge and understanding of the neural, hormonal and other systems regulation of cardiac and vascular function under physiological and pathophysiological conditions.Improve skills in data presentation and analysis through the provision of a written report.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
Demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate and synthesise information from the research literature on integrative cardiovascular physiology;
Describe the physiological principles of cardiovascular function;
Identify key changes in cardiovascular function in response to a range of physiological and pathophysiological stresses;
Critically analyse scientific data and communicate the outcome of an investigative study and its contribution to the body of knowledge on integrative cardiovascular physiology.
Skills outcomes
Practical experience and evaluation of cardiovascular function. Appreciation of the neural, hormonal and other systems regualtion of cardiovascular function in health and disaease.
Syllabus
This module will cover the physiological and pathophysiological aspects of the functioning of the human heart and circulatory system. The mechanisms of control and adaptation will be examined in detail.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Lecture | 10 | 1.00 | 10.00 |
Practical | 1 | 4.00 | 4.00 |
Tutorial | 2 | 1.00 | 2.00 |
Private study hours | 84.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 16.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 |
Private study
Individuals supplement the material presented in lectures by reading original scientific articles and reviews.Preparation in advance of the practical session by reading relevant background literature and preparation of a brief review and writing up of practical report.
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Discussion in class based around background reading material.Group discussion in tutorial in preparation for the practical and preparation of a brief review of the background to the practical for formative assessment. Feedback on brief review and a tutorial following the practical for discussion and guidance on producing the final practical report, analysis required and interpretation of results.
Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Practical | 1500 words | 30.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 30.00 |
Compensation between assessments is allowed.
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 2 hr | 70.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 70.00 |
Compensation between assessments is allowed. A resit for this assessment will be taken during the August resit period.
Reading list
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