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Module Details

The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module.
Title ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
Code PHYS851
Coordinator Dr P Bridge
School of AHPs and Nursing
Pete.Bridge@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2025-26 Level 7 FHEQ Whole Session 10

Aims

The module will aim to give students a knowledge of the necessary anatomical, physiological and biological principles which underpin medical physics and clinical engineering. The aim is that at the end of the module the students will understand the functions of a wide range of body parts. The material will be presented with the aim of students being able to solve problems arising concerning body functions.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of biological organisation, including the structure and function of cells and tissues as well as cell division and growth

(LO2) Describe the structure and function of the major organ systems of the human body and the physiological basis of human reproduction.

(LO3) Apply knowledge of the terminology and nomenclature of anatomical positioning to clinical scenarios

(LO4) Apply appropriate anatomical and physiological knowledge to relevant clinical situations where physics and engineering are used in medicine

(LO5) Apply integrative knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to common nuclear medicine procedures

(S1) Communication skills

Syllabus
 

Indicative content

Basic physiology and anatomy relevant to nuclear medicine and hybrid imaging. Nomenclature and Identification of bony structure from clinical image.

ECG’s (electrophysiology of the heart)

Osteoblastic activity (for bone uptake),

Cell metabolism (for PET FDG scans),

Kidneys filter and excrete (for renograms/ GFR/DMSA scans, CT contrast

Cross-sectional imaging

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description: Lectures
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Lectures are presented across a range of topics

Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial
Description: Problem solving and revision sessions
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Sessions include helping students with problem solving, presenting model answers to problems and answering questions raised by students

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 15

   4

       19
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 81
TOTAL HOURS 100

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Examination There is a resit opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :end semester 2  0    70       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Assignment There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Submit December each year approx 8 we  0    30       

Recommended Texts
Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.