PP2202:03
Comparative Animal Physiology
| Townsville | HECS Band 2 |
39 hours lectures, 36 hours practicals and tutorials. Semester 2.
Available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Animal Science and other students with an interest in animal physiology.
Staff: Assoc. Professor L Fitzpatrick (co-ordinator), Professor P Summers, Dr E Teleni.
This subject is designed to provide the student with a sound understanding of the normal function of the body systems of animals used for food and fibre production as well as the main wildlife species. There will be a focus on how different species use different physiological strategies to achieve the same bodily function. Initially, the molecular and cellular basis for physiological regulation will be examined followed by the concept of homeostasis. This will be followed by a detailed examination of the major body systems including the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, renal, neurological, endocrine and haemopoietic systems.
Learning Objectives:
- understand the molecular and cellular basis of physiological regulation and the basis of internal control mechanisms to achieve homeostasis;
- describe the functional and structural aspects of the major body systems;
- appreciate the physiological interactions that occur between different body systems;
- be cognizant of the different physiological mechanisms used by different animal species to achieve the same outcomes.
Assessment by one three-hour examination (75%); practical class attendance as well as written laboratory assessment (25%).