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This introductory course emphasises quantitative measurements, the treatment of measurement errors and graphical analysis. A variety of experimental techniques should be employed. The experiments include studies of meters, the oscilloscope, mechanical systems, electrical and mechanical resonant systems, light, heat, viscosity etc., covered in PHY 101 and PHY 102. However, emphasis should be placed on the basic physical techniques for observation, measurements, data collection, analysis and deduction.

This practical course is a continuation of PHY 107 and is intended to be taught during the second semester of the 100 level to cover the practical aspect of the theoretical courses that have been covered with emphasis on quantitative measurements. The treatment of measurement errors, and graphical analysis. However, emphasis should be placed on the basic physical techniques for observation, measurements, data collection, analysis and deduction. 200 Level Courses

Cell structure and organisation. functions of cellular organelles. characteristics and classification of living things. chromosomes, genes their relationships and importance. General reproduction. Interrelationships of organisms (competitions, parasitism, predation, symbiosis, commensalisms, mutualism, saprophytism). Heredity and evolution (introduction to Darwinism and Lamarckism, Mendelian laws, explanation of key genetic terms). Elements of ecology and types of habitat.

Basic characteristics, identification and classification of viruses, bacteria and fungi. A generalised survey of the plant and animal kingdoms based mainly on the study of similarities and differences in the external features. Ecological adaptations. Briefs on physiology to include nutrition, respiration, circulatory systems, excretion, reproduction, growth and development.

Ultrastructure of normal cell, Cell Injury and Death, Degeneration, Necrosis and Intracellular Accumulation, Adaptive Responses: Hypertrophy, Hyperplasia, metaplasia and atrophy, Dysphasia. Disturbances of Fluid Balance. Oedema and Dehydration. Neoplasia: Definition, Classification, Nomenclature, Characteristics, Local and Systemic Effects. Haemorrhage – Causes, Local Effects, Systemic Effects including shock, Thrombosis, Embolism and Infarction. Inflammation: Acute and Chronic Inflammation, Chemical Mediators of Inflammation, Local and Systemic Effects of Inflammation. Healing and Repairing Regeneration, Primary and Secondary Healing, Factors and delay wound healing, Hypersensitivity reactions. Pathologic Calcification. 500 Level

Radiographic film critique and quality control (Film faults); identification of common basic faults and pathologies on radiographs, in order to be able to carry out necessary modifications or additional projections.

The heart; events of the cardiac cycle cardiac output and control of cardiac contractility. Cardiac electrophysiology. Properties of cardiac muscle. Cardiac cycle. Cardiac output - measurement and control. Haemodynamics of circulation. Arterial blood pressure and its regulation. Cardiovascular reflexes. Peripheral resistance and local control of the circulation. Regional blood flow. Cardiovascular changes in exercise, haemorrhage and shock. Respiratory Physiology – Functions of upper respiratory tract. Mechanics of respiration including compliance, surfactant, lung volume and capacities; pulmonary gas exchange. Blood gas transport. Pulmonary function tests; Nervous and chemical control of respiration. Response to hypoxia, high altitude and exercise. Artificial respiration.

Brief history of computing. Description of the basic components of a computer/computing device. Input/Output devices and peripherals. Hardware, software and human ware. Diverse and growing computer/digital applications. Information processing and its roles in society. The Internet, its applications and its impact on the world today. The different areas/programs of the computing discipline. The job specialisations for computing professionals. The future of computing. Lab Work: Practical demonstration of the basic parts of a computer. Illustration of different operating systems of different computing devices including desktops, laptops, tablets, smart boards and smart phones. Demonstration of commonly used applications such as word processors, spreadsheets, presentation software and graphics. Illustration of input and output devices including printers, scanners, projectors and smartboards. Practical demonstration of the Internet and its various applications. Illustration of browsers and search engines. How to access online resources.

Laboratory sessions on basic physiology experiments, especially those related to the frog sciatic nerve, smooth muscles and blood physiology. Classification of Nerve fibres. Membrane potentials, Nerve generation and conduction of impulses. Synapses and synaptic transmission. Functional organisation of CNS, autonomic neurotransmitters and autonomic effects.

Introduction and history of physiology. Structure and functions of cell membranes. Transport process. Special transport mechanism in amphibian bladder, kidney, gall bladder, intestine, astrocytes and exocrine glands. Biophysical principles. Homeostasis and control systems including temperature regulation. Biological rhythms. Composition and functions of blood. Haemopoiesis. WBC and differential count. Plasma proteins Coagulation, fibrinolysis and platelet functions. Blood groups –ABO system – Rh system. Blood transfusion – indication for collection and storage of blood, hazards of blood transfusions. Reticulo- endothelial system. Imunity and immodeficiency disease and HIV.