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Overview

An exploration of cardiovascular and respiratory function and integration. Examples taken from health and disease (exercise, cardiovascular/lung disease and sleep apnea) to illustrate the principles of function and integration.

PHSL 232 will build on and extend the cardiovascular and respiratory system topics introduced in HUBS 192.

About this paper

Paper title Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology
Subject Physiology
EFTS 0.15
Points 18 points
Teaching period Semester 2 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $1,318.20
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Prerequisite
(HUBS 191 or PTWY 131) and HUBS 192 and two of BIOC 192, CELS 191, CHEM 191, PHSI 191
Restriction
MELS 251, PHCY 251, PHSL 251, PHTY 251
Recommended Preparation
PHSL 231 or NEUR 201
Schedule C
Science
Eligibility

Essential for Physiology and Functional Human Biology majors.

Contact

physiology@otago.ac.nz

Teaching staff

Convener: Dr Michelle Munro

Lecturers: Dr Michelle Munro

Professor Rajesh Katare

Ms Madyson Hintz

Pharmacology Teaching Staff

Please note: Teaching staff maybe subject to change.

Paper Structure

The lecture blocks will focus on:

  • Structure and specialised function of the heart and vasculature network
  • The respiratory system
  • Integration of cardiovascular and respiratory control during exercise
  • Understanding the pathophysiology of diseases associated with the cardiovascular system
  • Pharmacology for cardiovascular and respiratory diseases

Six laboratories will give you skills in a range of techniques:

  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • The cardiac cycle
  • Control of blood flow
  • Determinants of respiratory system
  • Pathophysiology
  • Responses to exercise and beta blockers
Teaching Arrangements
You will attend 2 or 3 lectures each week and a laboratory session on alternate weeks.
Textbooks

The primary textbook for this paper is 'Berne & Levy Physiology', 8th edn, 2024, eds. Koeppen & Stanton.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Critical thinking, Ethics, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this paper will:

  • Acquire extensive knowledge of the physiology of cardiovascular and respiratory systems
  • Master recording, measurement, and analysis of various human physiological parameters
  • Develop an understanding of ethics in physiology
Assessment details

Assessment:

  • Internal assessment (40%) comprises two evening progress tests
  • Final examination comprises 60% of the final grade

Overview

An exploration of cardiovascular and respiratory function and integration. Examples taken from health and disease (exercise, cardiovascular/lung disease and sleep apnea) to illustrate the principles of function and integration.

PHSL 232 will build on and extend the cardiovascular and respiratory system topics introduced in HUBS 192.

About this paper

Paper title Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology
Subject Physiology
EFTS 0.15
Points 18 points
Teaching period Semester 2 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Prerequisite
(HUBS 191 or PTWY 131) and HUBS 192 and two of BIOC 192, CELS 191, CHEM 191, PHSI 191
Restriction
MELS 251, PHCY 251, PHSL 251, PHTY 251
Recommended Preparation
PHSL 231 or NEUR 201
Schedule C
Science
Eligibility

Essential for Physiology and Functional Human Biology majors.

Contact

physiology@otago.ac.nz

Teaching staff

Convener: Dr Michelle Munro

Lecturers:

Please note: Teaching staff maybe subject to change.

Paper Structure

The lecture blocks will focus on:

  • Structure and specialised function of the heart and vasculature network
  • The respiratory system
  • Integration of cardiovascular and respiratory control during exercise
  • Understanding the pathophysiology of diseases associated with the cardiovascular system
  • Pharmacology for cardiovascular and respiratory diseases

The laboratories will give you skills in a range of techniques:

  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • The cardiac cycle
  • Control of blood flow
  • Determinants of respiratory system
  • Pathophysiology
  • Responses to exercise and beta blockers
Teaching Arrangements
You will attend two or three lectures each week and a laboratory session on alternate weeks.
Textbooks

The primary textbook for this paper is 'Berne & Levy Physiology', 8th edn, 2024, eds. Koeppen & Stanton.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Critical thinking, Ethics, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this paper will:

  • Acquire extensive knowledge of the physiology of cardiovascular and respiratory systems
  • Master recording, measurement, and analysis of various human physiological parameters
  • Develop an understanding of ethics in physiology
Assessment details

Assessment:

  • Internal assessment comprises two evening progress tests and is worth 40% of the final grade.
  • Final examination comprises 60% of the final grade.
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