Cell Regulation and Pharmacology (C7108)
Cell Regulation and Pharmacology
Module C7108
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
Students will study the mechanisms through which human cells are regulated, looking at some of the major signalling pathways in the body and exploring the clinical consequences of defective cell regulation. Students will explore the scientific foundations that underpin modern pharmacological interventions. This will include an understanding of the mechanisms of drug action, absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination. This knowledge will be integrated with experience in a range of skills relevant to the investigation of drug action.
Module learning outcomes
Distinguish the molecular mechanisms by which signalling pathways can be controlled and integrated via intracellular and extracellular mechanisms
Critically analyse pharmacological data and solve relevant problems
Explain, with some key examples, how signal pathway dysfunction can lead to pathological conditions
Demonstrate an understanding of the general principles by which drugs act and measurement methods used in pharmacology, with reference to specific classes of drugs in routine use.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 2 Assessment | 70.00% |
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Test | T2 Week 7 (1 hour 30 minutes) | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22022222022 |
| Spring Semester | Online Laboratory Practical | 3 hours | 00000100100 |
| Spring Semester | Online Laboratory Practical | 1 hour | 00000010010 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 2 hours | 00100000000 |
| Spring Semester | Pre-recorded Content | 1 hour | 00010000000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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