BIOL335-17A (HAM)

Mammalian Physiology

20 Points

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Faculty of Science and Engineering
Te Mātauranga Pūtaiao me te Pūkaha
School of Science

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Convenor(s)

Nicholas Ling

Nicholas Ling
9374
R.2.09
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nling@waikato.ac.nz

Lecturer(s)

Pawel Olszewski

Pawel Olszewski
4658
CD.2.01
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pawel@waikato.ac.nz

Steve Bird

Steve Bird
4723
C.2.01C
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sbird@waikato.ac.nz

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Paper Description

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This 20 point paper is an integrated theoretical and experimental study of selected aspects of physiology. The paper follows on from Functional Animal Biology (BIOL234) and Humans and Other Mammals (BIOL235) and deals with topics not covered in these papers as well as some of the same topics in more depth. The paper is concerned with mammalian physiology, in particular covering areas of research in biomedicine and agriculture and including the physiology of behaviour, immunity, muscle, reproduction and lactation.
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Paper Structure

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This paper is taught through lectures. Attendance at laboratory practicals is mandatory unless absence has been agreed with the Paper Convenor.

Lectures:

Tues 10-11am S.1.03, Wed 9-10am S.1.03, Thurs 9-10am S.G.03

Practical classes:

Mon 2-5pm or Tues 2-5pm E.2.14

Attendance at practicals is essential. Three of five circus experiments must be written up, as well as reports on the Lactation and Reproduction practicals.

Tutorials:

Mon 5-6pm or Tues 5-6pm are allocated as tutorial times but will only be used if needed.

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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • provide in depth reviews of mammalian physiological systems
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  • understand the practical applications of physiology to current biomedical research
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  • work independently and with others as part of a group
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  • analyse, interpret and critically evaluate the results of experiments
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  • supplement their knowledge and understanding with the most recent scientific literature
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Assessment

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The dates indicated for assessment procedures will normally be adhered to. Any changes to the dates will be made in consultation with the class at least one week prior to the original date.
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Assessment Components

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 1:1. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 50% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 1:1 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 50% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Moodle Quizz
10 Mar 2017
11:30 PM
4
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Lactation lab report
4
  • Hand-in: Faculty Information (FG Link)
3. 1st Circus Lab report
24 Apr 2017
4:30 PM
6
4. Theory Test 1
10
  • Hand-in: In Lecture
5. 2 x Circus Lab Practical Reports
12
  • Hand-in: Faculty Information (FG Link)
6. Reproduction lab report
26 May 2017
4:30 PM
4
  • Hand-in: Faculty Information (FG Link)
7. Theory Test 2
10
  • Hand-in: In Lecture
8. Exam
50
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Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required and Recommended Readings

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Required Readings

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No set requirement – reading lists will be provided.
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Online Support

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This paper has a Moodle page (http://elearn.waikato.ac.nz) where you will be able to access pdfs of lecture notes and powerpoints, lecture recordings, and assessment materials. There are also discussion forums where you can both ask and answer questions.

PLEASE NOTE: Moodle will be used for class notices etc and it is your responsibility to check the site regularly. Instructions provided on Moodle and in lectures are considered to be given to the class as a whole.

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Workload

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Contact hours per week: three hours for lectures and up to three hours for practicals.

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Linkages to Other Papers

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Prerequisite(s)

BIOL234 or BIOL235

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