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Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Physiology and Biochemistry course has been intended for the students concentrating on the subject of zoology at school or college level according to the UGC approved educational program. The course will cover the basic parts of physiology and biochemistry including introduction, the foundation of degree and history of both aspects. Moreover, this course can likewise be selected by undergraduates of other branches of biological science.

Physiology is the part of science that manages the typical elements of living life forms and their parts. Biochemistry is the part of science which is worried about the substance and physicochemical cycles that happen inside living life forms. Physiology and biochemistry both are the significant parts of science which have their own importance in different fields including paramedical, medical, toxicology, cardiology, pharmacy, and many more.

Physiology itself contains a huge number of branches, for example, blood physiology, renal physiology, regenerative physiology, neural physiology, muscle physiology and so on, and these all branches extraordinarily centres around how these organs work in a joint effort with one another.

Biochemistry causes us to comprehend our catalysts, particularly how they work? What are they composed of? Why do we feel hungry? Why do we take in glucose when we feel frail? Why do we feel tragic? It likewise helps in the conclusion of breaking down of body frameworks by giving diverse biochemical tests that can quantify our body liquids and components and gives us the clue to keep up these pivotal components in their ideal level.

The Highlights

Online Course
Duration of 12 weeks
70 hours of engagement time
Carries 4 course credits
UGC approved curriculum
Experienced Faculty

Programme Offerings

Online Classes
Web Links
references

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	Swayam

The fee details for the course Physiology and Biochemistry is as below:

This course is available for free for the candidates interested.

Fee details for Physiology and Biochemistry

Head	Amount
Total Fees	Nil

Eligibility Criteria

Education

The candidates should have passed grade 10+2, and have a Biological Science subject with a minimum of 55% and/or should be studying Zoology in their under graduation.

Certification Qualifying Details

The candidates will have to successfully complete the MOOCs on Physiology and Biochemistry to qualify for the course.

What you will learn

Knowledge of Physiology

On completion of the course Physiology and Biochemistry, the candidates will gain knowledge in the concepts mentioned below:

Understand the scope and aims of biochemistry and physiology.
Gain knowledge of the functions and structure of muscle and nerve.
Will get in-depth knowledge regarding the Metabolism of macromolecules like lipid, protein and carbohydrates.
Will learn in detail the mechanism of respiration, excretion and digestion.
Learn about enzymes, their functions, mechanism of action and regulation.
Understand the cardiac cycle, structure of the heart and blood composition.
Learn about endocrine glands and reproductive systems along with their mechanism of action.

Who it is for

BiochemistPhysical Education TeacherPhysiotherapistGeneral PhysicianBiochemical EngineerTeacherScientistLecturerResearch AssociatePhysician AssistantBiologist

This course will be useful for candidates:

Studying Zoology at college or university level.
Students studying relevant branches of biological science such as Biochemistry, Biomedical Technology, Toxicology, cardiovascular system, and such others.

Application Details

The candidates interested in the course Physiology and Biochemistry must follow the below given steps to enrol for this course:

Step 1: Visit the course link https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec20_bt19/preview

Step 2: After step 1 the candidates should register for Swayam and login to the website using the login details

Step 3: After logging in the candidates have to wait till the registration process begins.

The Syllabus

Structure of a neuron
Skeletal & smooth muscle functions
Origin of action potential
Aim and scope of Physiology

Digestion in alimentary canal

Pulmonary volumes and capacities
Pulmonary respiration and transport of gases (O2and CO2) in blood

Structure and function of Kidney (Part-2)
Structure and function of Kidney (Part-1)

Composition of blood
Structure of heart
Origin and conduction of the cardiac cycle
Hemostasis

Physiology of male reproduction
Structure and function of pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, pancreas and adrenal
Physiology of female reproduction

Gluconeogenesis
Glycolysis, Kreb's Cycle, Pentose Phosphate Pathway

Biosynthesis and β-Oxidation of palmitic Acid

Transamination, deamination and urea cycle

Nature of Enzymes: Introduction
Nature of Enzymes: Classification and kinetics assays
Nature of Enzymes: Purification immobilized enzymes and their uses

Peripheral circulation
Nutrition 2
Amino acids and peptides properties and structure
Nutrition 1
Chemical foundations of Physiology
Blood formation
Biomolecules: Carbohydrate and proteins

Instructors

Gujarat University Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is Swayam about?

Swayam is an initiative started by the Government of India to bridge the gap of the digital divide.

2: What is this course about?

This course teaches the candidates about Physiology and Biochemistry and the correlation between these two branches.

3: What are the prerequisites for this course?

The candidates should have passed grade 10+2 in any branch of biological science with a minimum of 55%.

4: How do I get in touch with the faculty?

The candidates can get in touch with the faculty through the course discussion forum.

5: Is this course total for free of cost?

Yes, this course is free of cost as Swayam is an initiation under the government of India, except for the end term proctored exam.

6: What are the course teaching aids?

The course is taught using online classes and contains reading material which is provided to the students during the course.

7: Who issues the certificate for this course?

The course certificate is issued by Swayam, Ministry of Human Resource and Development (MHRD) after the candidate successfully completes the course.

8: Who are the coordinates of Swayam course?

All the course under Swayam is coordinated by these nine coordinators AICTE for self-paced and international courses, UGC for non technical post-graduation education, NIOS for school education, NITTTR for Teacher Training programme, NPTEL for Engineering IIMB for management studies, NCERT for school education, CEC for under-graduate education, and IGNOU for out-of-school students.

9: Is there any exam for certification under this course?

All the exams under Swayam will have an end term exam that is used for certification qualification purposes.

10: Can students from non biological science backgrounds enroll for this course?

No, as per the eligibility criteria the candidates must be from a biological science background to be able to enrol for this course.