Pathophysiology 1

Unit code:RBM2530Study level:Undergraduate

Credit points

12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)

Location

Footscray Park
St Albans

Prerequisites

RBM1518 - Human Physiology 1
RBM1528 - Human Physiology 2; or
RBM1174 - Human Physiology; and
SCL1002 - Exercise Physiology
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)

Overview

This unit provides students with an understanding of the control and co-ordination of body systems and the effects of disturbances to body functions. Students are introduced to major pathologic processes which may affect all parts of the body. Topics include immunopathology and inflammation; cancer from the molecular level to the whole person; endocrinology and cardiovascular disease. In the laboratory sessions students will apply scientific principles to the assessment of dysfunction in humans. Students are also introduced to the research literature, research techniques and the interpretation of case studies. Students will learn that pathophysiology encompasses the entire spectrum of diseases ranging from diagnosis, epidemiology, pathology, clinical manifestations and treatment.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

Investigate pathological processes including inflammation and immunopathology, neoplasia, endocrine and cardiovascular disorders;
Integrate underpinning knowledge of pathophysiology to disease presentation and progression;
Contextualise the pathophysiological basis for medical and lifestyle interventions in the treatment or management of disease; and
Apply scientific and pathology principles in the investigation of disease.