Anatomy, physiology and pato-physiology in the following areas will be studied: Heart and circulation, respiratory system, gastro-intestinal system, kidneys, body fluids and acid-base balance, and endocrinology.
HL1010 Systems Biology 7.5 credits
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The course will provide a basic understanding of the inner organs of the human body, in terms of their structure and function. The aim is to provide knowledge about the normal physiology and the most common pathological changes affecting different organs. An important part of the course is practical exercises that examines different physiological parameters.
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The aim of the course is to provide basic theoretical knowledge about the physiology and pato-physiology of the human body. Practical exercises will demonstrate the use of clinical equipment and methodology for study of different physiological parameters and diagnosis of pathological changes. The acquired biomedical knowledge will provide a basis for improving and developing new clinical techniques.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Eligibility for studies at KTH including knowledge corresponding to Mathematics D, Physics B and Chemistry A.
Anatomy and Physiology equivalent to HL1201 Medicine and Medical Engineering, Basic Course or HL2006 Medical Enginnering, Basic Course
Literature
Tortora & Derricksson, Principles of Anatomy & Physiology, 11th ed., 2006
Examination and completion
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- TEN1 - Examination, 6.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
- LAB1 - Laboratory Work, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Other requirements for final grade
Practical exercises and written examination.
Examiner
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Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
Electrical Engineering, Technology
Education cycle
First cycle
Supplementary information
Notice that the final schedule is not yet decided and the dates can be changed.