BMS2031 Body systems

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Explain the functions and controls of the cardiovascular, renal, respiratory, endocrine, reproductive and digestive systems in the human body;

2. 2

   Describe how the body systems integrate in order to maintain homeostasis following exercise or blood loss;

3. 3

   Plan and conduct scientific experiments and analyse and interpret the associated experimental data related to the effects of ventricular filling on cardiac contraction, the effect of exercise on cardiovascular function, the effect of a water loading on urinary excretion and the effects of autonomic nerves on gut motility;

4. 4

   Communicate experimental results in the format of scientific figures and written reports.