General endocrinology Field of study: Biology
Programme code: W2-S1BI19.2023

Module name: General endocrinology
Module code: 1BL_23_63
Programme code: W2-S1BI19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2026/2027
  • winter semester 2026/2027
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The subject provides knowledge related to general human and animal endocrinology. The course aims to familiarize the student with the exact histological and anatomical structure of the human endocrine glands, their development during embryogenesis, the role they play in the body, and the hormones secreted by them (the effects of hyperfunction and hypofunction). Selected endocrine glands found in invertebrates will also be presented. In addition, the aim is to familiarize the student with the exact mechanism of action of hormones through endocrine, paracrine, and autocrine interactions, with the structure and activation of membrane and nuclear receptors for selected hormones (signal transduction mechanisms), as well as with the ultrastructure of cells secreting steroid and protein hormones.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student discusses the possibilities of using modern techniques in endocrinology. [1BL_76a_K_1]
 1BL_K01 [4/5] 1BL_K05 [4/5]
The student uses literature to prepare multimedia presentations. [1BL_76a_U_1]
 1BL_U03 [4/5] 1BL_U04 [4/5]
The student independently conducts microscopic observations of histological preparations. [1BL_76a_U_2]
 1BL_U04 [4/5] 1BL_U05 [4/5]
The student defines and uses concepts related to general endocrinology. [1BL_76a_W_1]
 1BL_W02 [4/5] 1BL_W03 [5/5]
The student identifies the histological structure characteristic of individual endocrine glands and the relationship between the structure and functions of individual endocrine glands. [1BL_76a_W_2]
 1BL_W03 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [01] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Description [a03] 
Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Exhibition [c01] 
Video show [c02] 
Audio playback / audio drama [c03] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a programmed textbook [d02] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work 1BL_76a_W_1 1BL_76a_W_2
laboratory classes [02] 30 Description [a03] 
Lecture-speech [a04] 
Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating method – peer learning [b08] 
Activating method – flipped classroom [b09] 
Exhibition [c01] 
Video show [c02] 
Poster presentation [c05] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with a programmed textbook [d02] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Reconstruction / reproduction [d04] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Observation [e06] 
Practice-as-research [e08] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work 1BL_76a_K_1 1BL_76a_U_1 1BL_76a_U_2
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Consulting the schedule [b03] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
getting acquainted with the class schedule, possibly in the presence of the year tutor, in order to optimize participation in classes, including those supplementary to the core subjects listed in the pursued study programme
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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