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Pathophysiology

SCI 8032SEF

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Pathophysiology

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Course Coordinator:

Dr Kelvin Chan Yuen Kwong

  • BSc in Biochemistry and Chemistry
  • PhD in Pathology
  • Registered MLT (Part I) HK

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TBC

COMP 2010SED Computing Fundamentals with Java is a two-term, six-credit-unit, 2000-level course within the Bachelor of Computing with Honours in Internet Technology (BCITH) programme suite and the Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computing and Networking (BSCICNH) programme suite. It is a compulsory course for BCITH and BSCICNH. This course is designed to provide a solid foundation in the fundamentals of computing and is suitable for students who do not have prior experience in programming. The problem solving aspect of computing will be emphasised. The main focus is to learn an object-oriented programming language (Java) and use it to solve problems. The software development cycle will also be introduced.

Advisory Prerequisite(s)

PUAD 2002AED

Aims

This course aims to introduce students to the biological mechanisms of disease related to the physiological changes caused due to various types of common illnesses in the human body.

Contents

Topic 1. Introduction to pathophysiology
  • Medical terminology and definition (e.g. idiopathic, syndrome)
  • Concept of diseases (e.g. etiology, pathogenesis)
Topic 2. Organ or system-based diseases/disorders (1)
  • Blood and lymphatic disturbances
  • Circulatory disturbances
  • Pulmonary disturbances
  • Renal and urinary tract disturbances
Topic 3. Organ or system-based diseases/disorders (2)
  • Digestive system disturbances
  • Endocrine dysfunctions
  • Reproductive disorders
  • Eye and ear disorders
Topic 4. Organ or system-based diseases/disorders (3)
  • Musculoskeletal system disturbances
  • Neurologic disorders
  • Integumentary system disorders

Learning support

Lecture: 26 hours

Tutorial: 13 hours

Assessment

Course assessment includes continuous assessment and a final written examination. Continuous assessment includes a written assignment and a project presentation, and a mid-term test.

Online requirement

Students are required to submit assignments via the Online Learning Environment (OLE).

Equipment

A PC-compatible computer ready for connecting to the Internet is essential. The minimum configuration of the computer is:

  • PC with an x86 CPU or equivalent
  • 1GB RAM
  • Hard disk
  • Sound card with speakers

You need to be familiar with the basic use of a computer including keyboard, mouse and word processing software. Experience in using email, the Internet and the World Wide Web is also essential.

Software

You should have Windows with Microsoft Word. Other software will be downloaded from the Internet. You may need to use OpenOffice to prepare assignment answers.

Set book(s)

There is no set book in this course.

Students with disabilities or special educational needs

The audio and visual components of this course may cause difficulties for students with an audio or visual handicap. You are encouraged to seek advice from the Course Coordinator before enrolling on this course.