Human Physiology

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SCI 8016NEF

Course Guide
HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY

SCI 8016NEF

Course Guide

HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY

Course Start Date
Spr 2026
Course Level
Postgraduate
Length in Terms
1 term
Credits
3
Language
English
Fees ($) (including lab fees)
Future Terms
Quota and Schedule
Course Start Date
Course LevelLength in TermsCredits
Language
Fees ($) (including lab fees)
Future Terms
Spr 2026
Postgraduate1 term3
English

Course Coordinator:

Dr Stan Chan King Hang, PhD

Course Developer:

Dr Stan Chan King Hang

Aims

This course aims to provide students with an understanding of the functions of major organs and organ systems in the human body, the role of individual organs and organ systems, and their integrated contribution to overall health.

Contents

The course consists of the following topics.

Topic 1. An Introduction to physiology

  • Overview of anatomy and physiology
  • Levels of organisation
  • Integration of organ systems in humans
  • Homeostasis

Topic 2. Support and movement

  • The muscular system
  • The skeletal system
  • The integumentary system

Topic 3. Communication, regulation and integration

  • The nervous system
  • The endocrine system

Topic 4. Fluids, transport and body defence

  • The circulatory system
  • The lymphatic system
  • The immune system

Topic 5. Energy, maintenance and environmental exchange

  • The respiratory system
  • The digestive system
  • The urinary system

Topic 6. Human development and continuity of life

• The reproductive system

Learning support

In the tutorial sessions, students will engage in written exercises, participate in discussions, and apply concepts introduced during lectures, fostering a deeper understanding of the subject matter. Students will also take part in two laboratory sessions, providing them with hands-on opportunities to apply the knowledge acquired from lectures and tutorials.

Assessment

Course assessment includes continuous assessment and a final examination.

Overall Continuous Assessment Score (OCAS) includes two laboratory reports, oral presentation and a mid-term test.