Course Details in 2023/24 Session

Module Title	LC Digestion and Renal Sciences
School	Institute of Clinical Sciences
Department	Biomedical Sciences
Module Code	02 27069
Module Lead	Dr Chris Tselepis and Dr Keith Brain (co-leads)
Level	Certificate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
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Co-requisites
Restrictions	It is a requirement that students achieve a mark of at least 35% in their summative exam
Contact Hours	Lecture-30 hours Tutorial-7 hours Practical Classes and workshops-3 hours Guided independent study-160 hours Total: 200 hours
Exclusions
Description	The module links the function of the main nutritive inputs (through Digestion) and their waste outputs (Renal Sciences). The processes of digestion, absorption and excretion in the gastro-intestinal tract and associated organs are introduced to provide a system-based appreciation of specific function/dysfunction. The Digestive science component covers the physiology of the gastrointestinal tract with a strong relevance to gastrointestinal disease. The Renal Science component covers the anatomy, physiology and toxicology of the kidney and urinary tract, and the role of the kidneys in homeostasis of osmolarity, volume and acid-base. Most pertinently both aspects of the module align with research performed within the college of MDS and thus provides students with the opportunity to experience cutting edge research within the college of MDS.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Understand the gross anatomy of the organs of the digestive, renal and urinary systems (including their relations to other organs in the abdomen and pelvis), and demonstrate an understanding of their functions and processes. Appreciate the mechanisms of digestion, motility, absorption and elimination as applied to the major organs and classes of food. Understand the special features of the renal blood supply which adapt the organ for filtration and reabsorption, and how blood flow and GFR can be measured. Describe the transport properties of the nephron and how these relate to excretory function of the kidneys. Understand the role of the kidneys in regulating body fluid osmolarity, volume and acid-base balance; and the methods of investigation used to obtain this knowledge. Understand the cause and types of the major diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and how this impacts on its function. Understand the role of food in society, of nutrition and disordered nutrition and metabolic disturbance in diabetes. Understand the role of the kidneys in regulating body fluid osmolarity, volume and acid-base balance; and the methods of investigation used to obtain this knowledge. Understand how drugs, including anti-ulcer treatments and diuretics, can modify digestive and renal function. Use independent thought processes to discuss and evaluate scientific material.
Assessment	27069-01 : Overall module mark : Mixed (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessments: The module is assessed by a combination of written examination (2 hours, MCQ and SAQs) and course work. Examination - 75% (Semester 2) Course work - 25% (Semester 2) The course work component will consist of an essay (1000 words excluding references). Reassessment: Academic failure: If a student fails the module then they will be required to repeat the failed components only. Failure to submit: Submission of coursework is compulsory for the programme. Students are advised that failure to submit without justifiable reason could result in failure of the module. Students will be required to submit outstanding work to meet the module outcomes.
Other	None
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