Monday, 16 November 2015

ANATOMY COURSE OUTLINES

Courtesy: Anatomical students's society of Nigeria (ASSON)
     200 LEVEL 
ANA 201 General Anatomy
Structure and functions of the cell.General histology and basic tissues of the body.Preparation of tissues for microscopy.
15h (L) 45h (P).

ANA202 Respiratory System
Gross Anatomy of the thorax.Gross Anatomy of the nasal Cavity, Para nasal Air Sinuses, Larnyx, Trachea and Lungs.The heart and great vessels and the thoracic duct, dissection of the thorax. Anatomy of the upper G.I.T., intercostal spaces typical and typical ribs, lungs, various subdivisions
of the mediastinum, diaphragm, autonomic nervous system, Osteology of the ribs and thoracic vertebrae, respiratory movements.
15h (L) 45h (P).

ANA203 Genetics
Introduction of genetics, Heritable and non-heritable Characteristics; Pattern of
inheritance; Human chromosome, Cytogenetic and Karyotyping.
15h (L) 45(P).

ANA 204 Cardiovascular System                                                            2 Credits
The heart and the vascular tree including the lymphatic channels. Gross and microscopic anatomy
of the heart and great vessels. Developmental anatomy and congenital anomalities of the heart and vascular channels.
15h (L) 45 (P)

ANA 205 General Embryology                                                               2 Credits
General consideration, fertilization, cleavage, implantation, placenta and its formation, Development anomalies. This covers the first 8 weeks of human development.
30h (L) 45 (P).

ANA 206   Gastrointestinal System                                                         3 Credits
The anterior abdominal wall, Inguinal canal and hernia. Organs of the lower gastrointestinal tract.The peritoneum and recesses of the posterior abdominal wall.Dissection of the abdomen.
15h (L) 90h (P).

ANA 207 Gross Anatomy of the Upper Limb                                         3 credits
Anatomy of the superior extremity (Upper Limb).Pectoral region. Axilla, Back Brachial Plexus, Arm forearm, Cubital Fossa, Carpal Tunnel, Hand, Shoulder, Elbow and wrist. Joints and osteology of pectoral girdle and free limb bone. Vascular anastomosis and lymphatic drainage of the breast and upper limb, nerve supply.
30h (T); 45h (P); C.

ANA 208Man and His Environment                                                        3 credits
Introduction of the concept of interdependence of man and other forms of life in the ecosystem.The process of adaptation, community structure and organization. Influence of the relationship of man to his environment on health and the occurrence of disease. Human ecology, medical sociology, social psychology and anthropology.Historical development of science and medicine, and the importance of observations and experimentation in Medicine.

ANA 209 Gross Anatomy of the Upper Limb                                         3 Credits
Anatomy of the superior extremity (Upper Limb). Pectoral region, Axilla, back, brachial Plexus, Arm, forearm, Cubital Fossa, Carpal Tunnel, Hand, Nerve Injuries, Shoulder, Elbow and wrists, Joints and Ostelogy of pectoral girdle and low limb bones. Vascular anastomoses and lymphatic drainage of the breast and upper limb nerve supply.
15h (L) 90h (P).

300 LEVEL
ANA 301 Gross Anatomy of Urogenital System                         3 credits
Posterior abdominal wall, Pelvic cavity walls and diaphragm. Pelvic viscera, Perineum; boundaries and sub divisions. Perineal pouches. External genitalia.   
30h (T); 45h (P); C.

ANA 302 Gross Anatomy (Head and Neck)                                           3 credits
Scalp and the face, Back to the neck. Cranial cavities; orbital;
parotid, temporal and infratemporal regions. Submandibular region, Triangles of the neck. Deep structures of the neck.Thyroid and parathyroid glands.Buccal cavity, tongues, pharynx and larynx.Nasal cavity.The ear and the eye. 
15h(L) 90h(P)

ANA 303 Histology and Embryology of Urogenital System                3 credits
Developmental anatomy of the urogenital system and microscopic anatomy of the urogenital organs and pelvic endocrine organs.                                                              
15h(L) 45h(P);C

ANA 304 Gross Anatomy (The Brain and the Spinal Cord)                   3 credits
Covering of the brain.Forebrain, midbrain and hindbrain.Ventricular systems and production of Cerebrospinal fluid.Structures and pathways in the brainstem and spinal cord.            
30h (T), 45h(P); C

ANA305   Embryology                                                                            1 Credits
Development Anatomy to the urogenital system and their anomalies.    15h (L)

ANA 306 Embryology & Histology of CNS and glands of (Head & Neck)     3 credits
Microscopic and anatomy of the brain and spinal cord.Histology of the endocrine and salivary glands of the head and neck.Developmental Anatomy of the head and neck.The neural tube and its derivatives.Congenital abnormalities of the brain and spinal cord and of the face.         
30h (T), 45h (P); C

ANA 307 Gross Anatomy of the Lower Limb                                        3 credits
Gluteal region. Front and back of the thigh. Popliteal region, Flexor and extensor
Compartment of the leg.The foot and its arches.Blood supply and innervations of the lower limb, joints and bones of the lower limb.
30h (T), 45 (P): C
ANA 308 Embryology                                                                             2 Credits
Development anatomy of the head and neck.The neural tube and its derivatives. Congenital abnormalities of the brain and spinal cord and of the face.
30h (L)

ANA 309 Laboratory Techniques                                                            3 Credits
Comprises laboratory sessions and lectures to train students in histological techniques; photomicroscography; tissue preparations and embalming techniques.
15h (L) 90h (P).

ANA 310 Vertebrate Comparative Anatomy                                           3 Credits
Comprises laboratory sessions and lectures to train students in histological techniques; photomicrography; tissue preparations and embalming techniques.
15h (L) 90h (P).

ANA 311 Histochemistry                                                             2 Credits
Histological background.Importance of Histochemistry. Basic equipment used.

     ANA 312 Research Methodology                                                           3 credits
Introduction to basic concepts to research, types of research, sampling method, data analysis and interpretation.                                                                                          
30h(T) 90h(P); C
ANA 314 Man and his environment II                                                    3 credits
Comprehensive overview of environmental health problems, their effect on human health and the Principles of environmental management and control, particularly as they relate to human health. Emphasis will be aid on water supply, waste disposal, food hygiene, housing and disease vectas
30h(T), 45h (P); C

Techniques for carbohydrate, protein, lipids, acid, alkaline and enzyme studies.Neurohistochemistry and immunochemistry.
     15h (L) 45h (P).

 400 LEVEL
ANA 401   Evolution                                                                               3 Credits
Mechanism and current of Evolution.Comparative Anatomy and choice of experimental animal.        
30h (L) 45 (P).     

ANA 402 Advanced Developmental Anatomy                                       3 Credits
A detailed review of the development of the body systems with special emphasis on its application to clinical medicine and research technique – Teratology.
30h (L) (P).
ANA 403 Advance Gross Anatomy                                                       3 Credits
A review of the various systems covered at 200 and 300 levels including anatomical techniques such as Cadaver preservation.
15h (L) 90h (P).
ANA 404   Radiological Anatomy                                                           3 Credits
Basic principal of radiological anatomy as related to structures of the human body; muscular-skeletal system, respiratory system and other body systems by using ionizing radiation and other imaging techniques and modalities.
15 (L) 90h (P).
ANA 405 Applied and Clinical Anatomy                                                3 Credits
Application of knowledge of gross anatomy as studies by dissection of a cadaver to clinical medicine; Anatomy of common surgical exposures, routine clinical procedures such as lumbar puncture, venepuncture and femoral tap, Applied anatomy of the eye, pharynx, mouth, an ‘canal, rectum, perineum and other vital organs.

ANA 406 Surface Anatomy                                                                     2 Credits
A lecture – demonstration course on surface projections of significant body landmarks, muscles, blood vessels, nerves, viscera and other structures.

ANA 407 Seminar                                                                             1 Credit
Students will present a paper on a chosen topic at a department seminar.

2ND SEMESTER

ANA 408 Microscopic Techniques                                                           3 Credits
This is a course of the principles and techniques of advanced microscopy. Use of advance light microscope will be taught and where possible demonstrate i.e., polarizing microscopy, Phase contrast microscopy, Interference microscopy, etc.
15h (L) 90h (P).

     ANA 409 Introduction to Anthropology                                     3 credit
Variation of species.Fossil evidence of human development.Techniques of fossil analysis.
45h (T); C

     ANA 410 Introduction of Immunology                                       3credits
     Antigen antibody reactions for cell typing
       30h (T), 45h (P); E

       ANA 414 MUSEUM TECHNIQUES                                        3 credits
Organisation of anatomy museums, Sourcing Processing and arrangement of specimens 30h(T) 45hrs(PC); C

ANA 499 Research Project                                                          6 Credits
A simple research project will be carried out by the students in their areas of interest under supervision by an Academic Staff approval by the Head of Department.
ANA 401   Introduction to Archaeology     (Elective)                 3 Credits

N/B: All course outlines are subject to modification by the attending lecturer.

Sunday, 15 November 2015

B.SC PHYSIOLOGY COURSE OUTLINES


200 LEVEL
PHS201: Introduction to Physiology - 2 Credits General principles of physiology. Cell membrane, transport mechanisms and membrane potentials. Homeostasis. 15h(T),45h(P);C.

PHS204: Cardiovascular System - 3 Credits General plan and physiologic anatomy. Cardiac cycle, volume and pressure changes. Electrical activity of the heart. Heart rate. Arterial, capillary and venous pressures. Regional circulation. Integration of cardiovascular system functions. 30h (T), 45h (P); C

PHS 206: Nutrition and Metabolism - 1 Credit Principles of nutrition. Energy metabolism 15h(T),

PHS 207: Blood and Body Fluid - 3 Credits Body fluid compartments, composition and measurements. General characteristics and functions of blood, red blood cell,, white blood cells, platelets, haemopoiesis, homeostasis, blood groups and lymph. 30h(T),45h(P);C

PHS 208 : Respiratory System -2 Credits General plan and physiologic anatomy of respiratory system. Gas laws, diffusion and mechanics of breathing. Hypoxia, acclimatization, control of respiration, pulmonary circulation and gas transport. 15h(T),45h(P);C

PHS209: Demography and Biostatistics -3 Credits Principles of population: composition, distribution, growth and factors influencing them. Health effects of population characteristics and analysis. Acquisition of necessary skills for the collection, presentation, analysis and interpretation of data. 30h(T),45h(P);C

300 LEVEL
PHS301: Renal System - 2 Credits General plan, Cranal system, and transport processes. Urine formation and composition. Acid-base balance. Fluid and electrolyte homeostasis. 15h(T),45h(P);C

PHS303: Reproduction - 1 Credit Physiologic anatomy of reproductive system. Male and female sex hormones. Puberty, menopause, ovarian cycle, pregnancy, parturition, lactation and contraception. 15h(T);C

PHS 304: Autonomic Nervous System - 2 Credits General plan of aautonomicnevous system. Parasympathetic and sympathetic ganglia. Neurotransmitters. 15h(T),45h(P);C PHS 309: Endocrinology -3 Credits General features of endocrine glands and classical hormones. Other sources of hormones. Clinical correlate: hyper and hypo functions. 30h(T),45h(P);C !

PHS 310: Neurophysiology I -2 Credits Action potential, nerve impulse, receptors, reflexes, sensory pathways, reticular formation, thalamus and sensory cortex. 15h(T),45h(P);C

PHS 312: Neurophysiology II -3 Credits Synapse, motor cortex and basal ganglia, Pyramidal and extra pyramidal tracts. Cerebellum, posture, muscle spindle and muscle tone. Hypothalamus. Limbic system. Higher functions of the central nervous system and special senses. 30h (T) 45h (P); C

PHS314: Gastrointestinal System - 2 Credits Biologic anatomy of gastrointestinal system. Salivary, gastric, pancreatic, intestinal and hepatic secretions. Mastication, deglutition, peristalsis, vomiting, defecation, gut hormones, basal metabolic rate and liver functions. 15h(T),45h(P),C

PHS 316: Man and His Environment II - 3 Credits Comprehensive overview of the major environmental health problems; their effect on human health and the principle of environmental management and control, particularly as they relate to human health. Water supply, waste disposal, food hygiene, housing and diseases vectors. 30h(T),45h(P);C

400 LEVEL
PHS 402: Cardio-pulmonary Physiology -3 Credits Developmental milestones. Functions in foetus and old age and responses at rest. Moderate and severe stress. Responses in special environment, space and deep sea. 30h(T),45h(P),C

PHS 403: Environmental Physiology and Metabolism - 3 Credits Energy balance. Intermediary metabolism. Metabolism of specific organs: brain, kidney, lungs and Heart. Environmental problems. Skin and temperature regulation. 30h (T), 45h (P); C

PHS 405: Seminar - 3 Credits Presentation of seminars on comprehensive literature review of selected research topics. 135h(P);C

PHS 407: Selected Topics in Neurophysiology

NB: These outlines are subject to modification by the attending lecturer.


SPAN.

Thursday, 12 November 2015

WELCOME SPEECH PRESENTED BY THE PRESIDENT (FII STEPHEN MICHAEL) OF THE STUDENTS’ PHYSIOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA, UNILORIN CHAPTER, ON THE OCCASION OF THE 2015 WELCOMING/ORIENTATION PROGRAMME OF HER 200L STUDENTS HELD ON THURSDAY, 12TH NOVEMBER, 2015.


The dean (Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences),
The sub-dean (BMS),
Head, Department of Physiology,
Staff advisers,
Distinguished members of staff,
Student executives,
Fellow SPANITES,
Ladies and gentlemen.

It is with utmost respect and a deep sense of patriotism that I welcome you all to this occasion, an opportunity to come together and interact at various levels. On this occasion, it is important to briefly mention the roots of SPAN. Some perculiar problems faced the pioneers in the establishment of the B.Sc Physiology programme such as lack of understanding of the programmme on the part of the students and of the administrative know-how by the relevant authorities and of course some other factors, led to the formation of the then Unilorin Physiology students’ association in the year 1995. The aims and objectives of this association among others include:
i. To cater for and protect the general interests of the members
ii. To promote and broaden the academic experience of its members
iii. To co-ordinate information in the field of physiology
iv. To maintain contact with and cooperate with other bodies of identical interests.

These objectives have kept the association going through successive administrations and can only be rekindled in the present administration. On this note, it is my pleasure to respectfully mention the officials who pioneered this association, the first set of executives.
B.O Ajisafe (Pioneer president)
I.F. Olaniyan (Pioneer vice president)
B.V Owoyele (Pioneer Secretary general); now Dr. B.V Owoyele, present Head of Department, Department of Physiology.
E.A Adewumi (Pioneer Financial secretary)
S.K Olanrewaju (Pioneer social secretary)
M.A Oshatimi (Pioneer PRO)

My respects also to all UPSITES and SPANITES that have gone before us, carrying on the resolve to make things better. This administration seeks to vehemently uphold that resolve.
On this occasion, I consider it important to appreciate all who have, in one way or the other, made today possible.
We thank you all.

In a very special way, I welcome the 200L students to this part of campus, the college of Health sciences. My message to you is simple. In all you do, try to understand the difference between a need and a want. A need is an essential, it is the basis. A want is peripheral. You must hence try to prioritize at every moment, your need over your want. In simplest terms I will explain. If you need a phone, you can want a Samsung, a blackberry, a nexus or tecno or Nokia, but what you actually need is a phone. The phone is the basis. Hence, if you get to a mall and purchase something else, you’ve deviated from the essence, the need.

I am aware some of us registered for some other courses or one way or the other, found themselves here. It is an opportunity to consider what exactly you really need, not just what you want. Be industrious in everything you do. Make yourself so positively important that you cannot be ignored. Respect the constituted authorities and you too would one day, be respected.
Experience, they say is the best teacher. Hence for those who are humble and intelligent enough to learn from the experience of others, you can do well to approach those in higher levels while maintaining your own perception, if positive, of issues.

As the president, of the association, I wish to say this to you all. SPAN belongs to all of us, and what we make of it will be an index of our determination to succeed as a group and also a representation of how much value we place on ourselves. As such, always be ready to support SPAN at any opportunity, because like I always say, YOU are not just a SPANITE, you are SPAN itself. A student association cannot be, without students.

I once again, seek with all humility, for the co-operation and support of the administrative body, to enable the good plans of the executive team, transform into reality.

At this juncture, I wish to express my profound gratitude to people whose advice, encouragement and support has been instrumental to the establishment, stability and progress of this association. Prof. A.O Soladoye, a father of the association and a source of inspiration; Dr. B.V Owoyele, the Head of department and pioneer Secretary general, the B.Sc co-ordinator, Dr. L.S Ojulari, all lecturers, staff and level advisers.

To the 200L students and the newest SPANITES on campus, I say welcome.

Thank you and God bless.




Fii Stephen Michael
SPAN President.


Wednesday, 11 November 2015



SPAN VARIETY NIGHT

The SPAN Variety night is a fun-filled programme incorporated in the 200L welcoming/orientation programme. 

Purpose:
             To create an avenue for the new 200L students to familiarize themselves with other students and get information in an informal environment.
             To create an avenue whereby pressure felt by students coming to college for the first time can be reduced, hence encouraging effective learning.
             To include a social event in the welcoming programme.
Proposed time: 7:00pm
Venue: Student union relaxation centre.
Master of ceremony: Adebayo Sansa
Disc Jockey(DJ):  Mucesco
Chief organizer: Akeju Simisola, SPAN Director of Socials.

The night starts with the SPAN GamePad warrior challenge at 7pm prompt.
3 sets of people will compete to be the SPAN GamePad warrior and the winner stands the chance to win a gift Prize and be featured on the SPAN social media pages.

Do you have a P.hd in PES 2016? Is your uncle related to Konami? Do you think you are the best with a GamePad? Prove your bragging rights. Register for the SPAN GamePad warrior challenge with just #100. The participants will be registered on a first come first serve basis. Contact the SPAN sports director on 08165184306 to register.

Also featured is the Lord of the rings competition, Mimicking competition, Lots of Dancing, eating and drinking, influx of Suya, etc…

Don’t miss this night of heightened fun and relaxation for anything.

Anthony
SPAN PRO

SPAN NOVELTY MATCH

The SPAN Novelty match is one of the activities lined up for the 2015 SPAN orientation/welcoming programme.
This football match will be between the new 200L physiology class team and the existing SPAN team.
Purpose:
             To form a formidable SPAN team in preparation for upcoming college competitions e.g Dean’s cup, interdepartmental and interfaculty competitions, etc.
             To encourage student-student relationship
             To identify talents in the 200L class

Proposed time: 4:00pm
Venue: College football pitch
SPAN

SPAN Team Lineup:
GK: Okhueleigbe Anthony
DEF: Kingsley; habbeb; Gabriel; Richard
MF: Ayodele, Ande, Wilson, Tade
ST: Adenuga Bolaji, Ayo
Substitutes: Fuhad Bello, Biobaku Lateef, Tunji
200L Team lineup LOADING…
Referee: Ndace Alexander
Chief organizer: Ogunlade Ayodele, SPAN Director of sports.

Come support your class and its team
Who wins the match? Come check it out.