School Of Science And HealthComparative PhysiologyWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 300838.1
Discipline: ZOOLOGY
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 2
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Basic biology, chemistry and maths
Equivalent Units
300608 - Animal Physiology
Prerequisite
300818 Introduction to Physiology OR 300936 Functional Proteins and Genes OR 300801 Animal Science OR 300816 Cell Biology OR 300802 Biodiversity
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Successful completion 60 credit points at Level 1 and 20 credit points at Level 2.
About this Unit
Building on the underlying physical and chemical principals/laws that define physiology, this unit from both a systems (e.g. Respiratory) and environmental (e.g. Marine) perspective, seeks to compare the functional physiology of organisms at all levels of organisation. Particular attention will be paid to respiration, temperature tolerance & regulation, living in water, sensory and neurophysiology. Students will have the opportunity to carry out a defined research project.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Footwear appropriate to a laboratory, safety goggles & laboratory coat