Integrated Endocrinology (BIOM3020)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2024
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Schools
Biomedical Sciences School, Chemistry & Molec Biosciences
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
Lecture 3 Hours/ Week
General contact hours 3 Hours/ Week
Incompatible
BIOL3230
Prerequisite
BIOM2012
Assessment methods
Intra-semester assessment, including examination(s)
End of semester assessment, including examination(s)
Course enquiries
Professor Wally Thomas & Dr Lisa Akison
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
An advanced course providing an integrated approach to the anatomy, biochemistry, molecular biology, physiology, pathology and pharmacology of the endocrine system. This course covers secretion and physiological roles of blood-borne and local hormonal mediators. This includes hormonal signalling and mechanisms regulating cell growth, metabolism, reproduction, and cardio-renal function. This course also examines consequences of and treatments for defects in the endocrine system, illustrated using clinical disorders that affect many people world-wide (e.g. those arising from obesity).
