ANML401 – Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Module code
ANML401
Module title
Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Prescription
To provide students with the foundational knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology as a basis for understanding the maintenance of animal health and welfare.
Programmes
- SX1603
- SX1604
NZQA Level
Level 4
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- 1:Describe the structure and function of an animal cell
2:Describe an animal in terms of cell types, tissues, organs and systems
3:Describe the structure and the function of animal body systems
4:Discuss homeostatic regulation and responses within an animal - Content
- -Structure and function of the cell; as the foundation for all body components, metabolism and support for living creatures.
-Structure and function of animal body systems; to understand what is system is composed of, how it works, and influences on normal functioning and health.
-Homeostasis, homeostatic regulation and response: how all components of the body exist in equilibrium and what happens when any component is abnormal.
-Professional practice attributes: communication skills; accurate record-keeping; compliance with health and safety requirements. - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Learning will be facilitated using a range of teaching and learning methods, which may include:
-Practical - laboratory; practical or workshop sessions and activities; demonstrations
-Theory - includes web-supported tutor facilitated/directed presentations; lectures and tutorials; group activities; peer presentations and review; group/individual research; online learning activities; case studies; guest speakers - Assessment Criteria
- Assessment 1 Portfolio of evidence 100
- Learning and Teaching Resource
- Practical laboratories
Required Text:
An extended reading list will be supplied by the tutor at commencement of the module. This will be updated annually.
