Knowledge

The student...

can account for the structure of organic molecules, chemical reactions and chemical bonds
can give an account of ATP and its role incellular energy metabolism
can describe the structure of cells
can give an account of the function of cells and their organelles
can describe the different types of transport across the cell membranes
can give an account of membrane potential and its importance for cell communication and the mechanisms behind action potentials
can give an account of the classification of tissues
can describe the general structure and functioning of the hormone system
can describe the location and structure of the various endocrine glands
can explain the function of the various hormones and how they affect homeostasis

Skills

The student...

can understand and give an account of basic biomechanical principles relevant to bodily movements (force, acceleration, leverage and torque)
can name the origin, insertion, effect on joints and blood and nerve supply of muscles in the lower extremities
can account for the basic topography of surface anatomy
can name the bones of the lower extremities and important structures related to muscle origin and insertion

General competence

The student...

can demonstrate practical skill in identification of important structures in anatomical samples
shows competence in problem-based work and oral and written communication of key subject matter in anatomy and endocrinology
can apply knowledge and skills to common interdisciplinary knowledge

Subject description 7090

Anatomy og physiology 1