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Presentation
Presentation
The human body’s functions, orchestrated by various systems, allow us to perform daily tasks such as walking, climbing stairs, and even household chores. In these activities: (i) the skeletal, muscular and nervous systems work together to enable the human body to perform a wide range of movements; and (ii) the cardiovascular and respiratory systems work together to supply the body with oxygen and nutrients, which, in turn, are used to produce energy for muscle contraction. In accordance, this unit: (i) explores the structure and function of the skeletal, muscular, nervous (including neuromuscular function), cardiovascular, and respiratory systems; and (ii) allows for the applied study of the structure and function of each system.
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Class from course
Class from course
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Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Bachelor | Semestral | 3.5
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Year | Nature | Language
Year | Nature | Language
2 | Optional | Português
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Code
Code
ULHT101-11617
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Prerequisites and corequisites
Prerequisites and corequisites
Not applicable
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Professional Internship
Professional Internship
Não
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Syllabus
Syllabus
1. Introduction to human anatomy and physiology: (i) human body and body systems; (ii) anatomical terminology. 2. Skeletal system: (i) structure; (ii) function; (iii) joints. 3. Muscular system: (i) types of muscle; (ii) muscular system; (iii) muscular contraction; (iv) types of contraction; (v) muscle fiber types. 4. Nervous system: (i) structure; (ii) function. 5. Cardiovascular system: (i) structure; (ii) function. 6. Respiratory system: (i) structure; (ii) function.
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Objectives
Objectives
This unit will cover the basic knowledge of biological principles governing the human body and enable students to understand how body systems relate to human performance. In accordance with this, this unit aims to introduce the basic anatomy of the skeleton, joints, and muscles, including consideration of the muscle physiology, as well as the nervous, cardiovascular and respiratory systems. On completion of this unit, a learner should describe and understand: (A1) human motion and movement terms; (A2) the structure and function of the skeletal and articular systems and explain how these systems are applied to human performance; (A3) the muscular and nervous systems and explain how these systems are applied to human performance; and (A4) the basic structure and function of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems and be able to recognise their major components.
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Teaching methodologies and assessment
Teaching methodologies and assessment
Teaching methodologies include theoretical (T) and theoretical-practical (TP) sessions. The theoretical knowledge is reinforced through TP sessions. Theoretical-practical activities include using models (and/or images) and videos to reinforce theoretical knowledge. The b-learning system is used with the aid of the Moodle platform, which makes the support materials available for each class. Continuous assessment (0 to 20 values): (i) three evaluation moments (tests T1 to T3); (ii) all evaluation moments must have a classification ≥9.5 values; and (iii) final score = T1*0.30 + T2*0.40 + T3*0.30. Exam (0 to 20 values): This is done in the form of written and oral examinations (mandatory if classification in the written test ≥9.5 values). In both situations, the final classification must be ≥9.5 values to be successful in the CU.
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References
References
Pezarat-Correia, P. (2006). Função Neuromuscular. Tomo II. Cruz-Quebrada: Edições FMH. Pezarat-Correia, P., & Espanha, M. (2010). Aparelho Locomotor: Anatomofisiologia dos Sistemas Nervoso, Osteoarticular e Muscular. Volume 1. Cruz-Quebrada: Edições FMH. Pina, J. A. Esperança (2010). Anatomia Humana da Locomoção. J. A. Esperança Pina. 4a Ed. Lisboa: Lidel. ISBN 978-972-757-653-1
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Office Hours
Office Hours
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Mobility
Mobility
No
