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227-0398-10L 3 Credits BSC , MSC D-USYS , D-MAVT , D-PHYS , D-ITET , D-HEST , D-CHAB
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Physiology and Anatomy for Biomedical Engineers II

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Matthias Wyss
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:33:04

Abstract

This course offers an introduction into the structure and function of the human body, and how these are interlinked. The visualization of anatomy is also supported by 3D-animation. Medical imaging modalities such as Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance imaging will be discussed in passing.

Objective

Students will be able to identify and enumerate important anatomical structures to describe basic physiological processes of the human body to use a 3d animation database/software to use 'anatomical language' to retrieve anatomical structures to understand basic medical terminology

Content

Digestive system, nutrition and digestion Thermal balance and thermoregulation Kidneys and urinary system Endocrine system and hormones Reproductive System Basic anatomy of neck, face and cranium Basics of neurophysiology and neuroanatomy Sensory organs

Resources

Lecture Notes

Lecture notes and handouts

Literature

Silbernagl S., Despopoulos A. Color Atlas of Physiology; Thieme 2008 Faller A., Schuenke M. The Human Body; Thieme 2004 Netter F. Atlas of human anatomy; Elsevier 2014

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 90 minutes
Aids
Keine Hilfsmittel.
The course will be examinated once a year in the following session.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Physiology and Anatomy for Biomedical Engineers II
The lecture from the 07.04.2025 will not take place.
  • Mon 08:15-10:00 (CHN F 42)
2 h weekly

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