TO0029 - PHYSIOLOGY

courses

ID:

TO0029

Duration (hours):

60

CFU:

SSD:

FISIOLOGIA

Located in:

PESCARA

Url:

Course Details:

BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING/CORSO GENERICO Year: 1

Year:

2025

Course Catalogue:

https://unich.coursecatalogue.cineca.it/af/2025?co...

Date/time interval

Secondo Semestre (24/02/2026 - 31/05/2026)

Course Objectives

The Physiology course aims to provide students with a solid foundation in the physiological mechanisms governing the functioning of the human body, from basic cellular processes to the physiology of major organs and systems. Particular emphasis will be placed on the central nervous system to understand its integrative and regulatory role in motor and sensory functions. This course significantly contributes to the overall educational objectives of the degree program by providing the theoretical and practical basis to: understand homeostasis as a guiding principle in the physiological organization of the human body; apply physiological knowledge to the study and design of biomedical technologies; interact effectively with professionals in the medical and technical fields related to human health. Expected Learning Outcomes At the end of the course, students will be able to: Know and understand the fundamental physiological principles of cells and the main organs and systems of the human body, with a particular focus on the central nervous system; Apply this knowledge to the analysis and interpretation of physiological parameters, including in experimental and engineering contexts. Analyze and correlate physiological data in relation to biomedical technologies used for clinical monitoring and support; Communicate effectively using appropriate scientific and technical language in interdisciplinary settings involving medical and technological professionals; Develop independent judgment in assessing the interaction between physiological function and engineering interventions, including in terms of innovation and sustainability in the healthcare sector.

Course Prerequisites

No prerequisite

Teaching Methods

Lessons

Assessment Methods

Depending on educational needs, intermediate assessments may be scheduled to monitor the effectiveness of teaching and learning processes. These assessments may be non-evaluative or evaluative, and may contribute to the final grade if provided for by the Degree Program. The final assessment consists of a written multiple-choice test and is aimed at verifying the student’s ability to apply physiological knowledge to technical and scientific scenarios, in line with the expected learning outcomes. The student’s grade will be based on the following evaluation criteria: • A basic but incomplete level of knowledge (score: 18–22/30), • A fair level of knowledge, with the ability to clearly explain the topics (score: 23–25/30), • A good ability to explain the topics with mastery of the subject (score: 26–28/30), • An excellent knowledge of the subject, demonstrating the ability to organize multidisciplinary knowledge and to identify connections and differences between different physiological systems (score: 28–30/30). Honors (cum laude) will be awarded to students who answer all questions correctly on the written test. The test consists of 30 multiple-choice questions, each with 5 options, to be completed in 40 minutes. Each correct answer is worth 1 point. No penalties are applied for incorrect answers.

Texts

AHuman Physiology: From Cells to Systems, L. Shervood, Ed. Cengage Learning, Inc - PRINCIPLES OF HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY C.L. Stanfield, Ed. by Pearson Additional teaching material can be found on the LMS platform: https://fad.unich.it/course/view.php?id=1621

The course explores the fundamental mechanisms underlying functional processes at the cellular, tissue, and systemic levels. Special focus will be given to understanding the functioning of human organs and systems, aiming to illustrate their organization and interconnections. It also covers the principles governing cellular and sensory transduction, which serve as the basis for analyzing the body’s regulatory systems, particularly the endocrine and nervous systems, involved in the integration and control of metabolism. This integrated approach provides students with a systemic understanding of physiological processes, essential for biomedical engineering applications.