PHGY 216 Principles of Mammalian Physiology II
The focus of this course is the physiology of the respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and reproductive systems.
This course is intended to be paired with PHGY 215/3.0 to achieve an introductory physiology full course (6.0 unit) equivalent and designed to meet the needs of those wishing to pursue professional programs. This is an online course that makes use of six online learning modules, supplemented with discussion forums.
Note: Although it is recommended to take PHGY215/3.0 first, PHGY 216/3.0 can also be taken before or concurrently with PHGY 215/3.0.
Minimum 2nd year (Level 2) standing. PHGY 215/3.0 is recommended.
IDIS 150/6.0, PHGY 210/6.0, PHGY 214/6.0, KNPE 125(3.0)/225(3.0)
Online format with materials, communication, and assignment submission all via Daylight (onQ).
After completing PHGY 216, students will be able to:
- Understand physiology at the molecular, cellular, and system levels in order to explain how their roles and functions are combined in integrative physiology. (PLO1,2; Assessments 1-4)
- Describe the physiology of the respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and reproductive systems to define normal and abnormal function. (PLO2; Assessments 1-4)
- Apply research skills to further your knowledge of physiological systems. (PLO8; Assessment 2)
Note: PLO refers to the program learning outcomes to which each course learning outcome matches to.
The assessments that correspond with the program competencies are indicated below:
- Communicator (Assessments 1-4)
- Advocate (Assessment 1)
- Leader (Assessment 1)
- Scholar (Assessment 2)
- Professional (Assessment 1)
- Collaborator (Assessment 1)
Assessment 1: Case Study Discussion Boards (10%; LO 1,2)
Students will be placed in small groups and assigned biweekly case studies and a corresponding set of questions. Each time a case study is assigned, one member of the group will be the Discussion Group Leader with the other members being the Discussion Group Participants (each student will only be the Leader once). The Discussion Board Leader is responsible for answering the proposed questions and facilitating discussion through posting his/her own thought-provoking question. The Discussion Board Participants are then required to respond, providing their feedback to one of the Leader’s answers or by answering the Leader’s question.
Assessment 1 will be graded using marking rubrics.
Assessment 2: Term Report (25%; LO 1-3)
Working individually, students will be required to conduct independent research on a disease of their choice from a provided list. They will submit a report summarizing the disease, physiology of the systems it affects, the pathophysiology of the disease, and impact of treatment on the physiology/pathophysiology.
Assessment 2 will be graded using marking rubrics.
Assessment 3: Midterm Exam (25%; LO 1,2)
The exam will be conducted online and will consist of multiple choice and short answer questions.
Assessment 4: Final Proctored Exam (40%; LO 1,2)
The final exam will include well-designed, case-based multiple choice and short answer questions that will test the students’ overall understanding and application of the course material, rather than rote memorization.
Two tutorials will be run by the instructor during the course, one before the midterm and one before the final exam, providing students with an opportunity to clarify any concepts or questions.
Students can expect to spend approximately 10-11 hours a week in study/practice and online activities for PHGY 216.
Required Materials:
PHGY 216 course notes via modules posted online.
Required Textbook:
Available from Queen’s Campus Bookstore (http://www.campusbookstore.com): Sherwood, L. & Ward, C. (2016) Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (5th Canadian edition). Boston, Mass: Cengage Learning.