| Course Name |
(中) 病態生理學(3149) |
| (Eng.) Pathophysiology |
| Offering Dept |
Department of Veterinary Medicine |
| Course Type |
Elective |
Credits |
2 |
Teacher |
HSU, CHU-NING |
| Department |
Department of Veterinary Medicine/Undergraduate |
Language |
中/英文 |
Semester |
2026-FALL |
| Course Description |
Pathophysiology examines the functional and structural changes in the body caused by physical, chemical, and other pathogenic factors. It focuses on the alterations that occur before, during, and after disease development. This course systematically introduces the mechanisms underlying disease progression, including disease development, the regulatory responses of the body to injurious factors, and adaptive or maladaptive changes in pathological conditions. Although the mechanisms involved in pathophysiology are complex, understanding them provides essential insights into the alterations in normal physiological function that accompany disease and helps distinguish physiological states before and after pathological change. |
| Prerequisites |
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self-directed learning in the course |
Y |
| Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%) |
Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives |
| Course Objectives |
Competency Indicators |
Ratio(%) |
Teaching Methods |
Assessment Methods |
| Building on a comprehensive understanding of normal physiology in each organ system, this course introduces the pathological alterations and functional abnormalities associated with disease. It emphasizes the mechanisms underlying disease development and the body's specific responses to pathological conditions. Through the integration of physiological and pathophysiological concepts, students will develop the ability to accurately evaluate disease processes and establish appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for effective disease management. |
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| Discussion |
| Lecturing |
| Other |
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| Written Presentation |
| Attendance |
| Assignment |
| Other |
| Oral Presentation |
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| Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule |
| Week |
Course Content |
| Week 1 |
Introduction |
| Week 2 |
Concepts of Health and Disease |
| Week 3 |
Cell Function and Growth |
| Week 4 |
Disorders of Neural Function (1) |
| Week 5 |
Disorders of Neural Function (2) |
| Week 6 |
Disorders of Special Sensory Function |
| Week 7 |
Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function |
| Week 8 |
Midterm Examination |
| Week 9 |
Disorders of Cardiovascular Function (1) |
| Week 10 |
Disorders of Cardiovascular Function (2) |
| Week 11 |
Disorders of Respiratory Function (1) |
| Week 12 |
Disorders of Respiratory Function (2) |
| Week 13 |
Disorders of Renal Function |
| Week 14 |
Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function (1) |
| Week 15 |
Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function (2) |
| Week 16 |
Final Examination
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self-directed
learning |
02.Viewing multimedia materials related to industry and academia.
03.Preparing presentations or reports related to industry and academia.
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| Evaluation |
| attendance and participation in class, quizzes, assignments |
| Textbook & other References |
| Porth’s Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered Health States, 2019, 10th Edition, Wolters Kluwer |
| Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website |
| i-learning (NCHU) |
| Office Hours |
| Thursday (12:00-13:00) |
| Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs(Link URL) |
| include experience courses：N |
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