Semester 1, 2020 On-campus Ipswich | |
Short Description: | Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 |
Units : | 1 |
Faculty or Section : | Faculty of Health, Engineering and Sciences |
School or Department : | School of Health and Wellbeing |
Student contribution band : | Band 2 |
ASCED code : | 010913 - Human Biology |
Grading basis : | Graded |
Staffing
Examiner:
Rationale
This course will provide students with an introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the human body including the structure and function of human cells, tissues and organs. An emphasis on human anatomy with an associated introduction to physiology provides the foundation knowledge for subsequent studies in physiology and other health related courses.
Synopsis
An organ systems approach is used in this course to study the anatomy and physiology of healthy people. Body systems covered in this course include cardiovascular system, blood, lymphatic and immune systems, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, integumentary system, musculoskeletal system, and an introduction to the nervous and endocrine systems.
This course contains a highly recommended residential school for external students and highly recommended on-campus laboratories or practical classes for on-campus students (non-attendance will mean the student misses an element for assessment preparation and/or an element of assessment preparation).
Objectives
On completion of this course students will be able to:
- Describe the structure and function of body cells, tissues and organs;
- Describe the gross anatomy of major organ systems of the human body;
- Explain the basic physiology of major organ systems of the human body;
- Explain the integration of organ systems to maintain homeostasis;
- Demonstrate skills and knowledge required to perform laboratory experiments safely with appropriate equipment, including computer software and hardware for data acquisition and analysis.
Topics
Description | Weighting(%) | |
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1. | Cells, Tissues & Homeostasis: Anatomy and function of cellular structure and tissues, Importance of homeostatic control for life. | 13.00 |
2. | Nomenclature: Anatomical and biomedical terms. | 4.00 |
3. | Integumentary System: The structure and function of skin. | 4.00 |
4. | Skeletal System: The structure of bone and cartilage, the axial and appendicular skeleton, classification of joints. | 11.00 |
5. | Muscular System: Major muscle groups, muscle structure. | 11.00 |
6. | Nervous System: The central and peripheral nervous systems. Structure and function of the Autonomic Nervous System. | 11.00 |
7. | Endocrine System: Major endocrine glands. | 10.00 |
8. | Blood and Immune System: Major components of blood, Functions and Formation of blood, Lymphatic system and immunity. | 6.00 |
9. | Cardiovascular System: Anatomy and physiology of the heart and blood vessels, Maintenance of blood pressure. | 6.00 |
10. | Respiratory System: Anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system, Internal and external respiration, Control of breathing. | 6.00 |
11. | Digestive System: Anatomy of the digestive tract and associated organs, Digestion and absorption of nutrients. | 6.00 |
12. | Urinary System: Anatomy of the urogenital system, Processes of urine formation and excretion, Control of body fluid and electrolyte balance. | 6.00 |
13. | Reproduction: Anatomy and physiology of the male and female reproductive systems. Outline of embryonic and foetal anatomy and physiology. | 6.00 |
Text and materials required to be purchased or accessed
ALL textbooks and materials available to be purchased can be sourced from (unless otherwise stated). (https://omnia.usq.edu.au/textbooks/?year=2020&sem=01&subject1=BIO1203)
Please for alternative purchase options from USQ Bookshop. (https://omnia.usq.edu.au/info/contact/)
(ISBN 10:0-321-79917-8; ISBN 13:978-0-321-79917-3 pack includes textbook, Interactive Physiology 10-System Suite, A Brief Atlas to the Human Body 2nd edn.)
Reference materials
Student workload expectations
Activity | Hours |
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Assessments | 35.00 |
Laboratory or Practical Classes | 18.00 |
Lectures | 26.00 |
Online Discussion Board | 5.00 |
Private Study | 81.00 |
Assessment details
Description | Marks out of | Wtg (%) | Due Date | Notes |
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Laboratory Activities | 5 | 5 | 19 Jun 2020 | (see note 1) |
On-Line Participation | 5 | 5 | 19 Jun 2020 | (see note 2) |
On-Line Quizzes | 120 | 30 | 19 Jun 2020 | (see note 3) |
Online Exam | 100 | 60 | End S1 | (see note 4) |
Notes
- Students to satisfactorily complete laboratory activities.
- Students to satisfactorily participate in the on-line discussion groups.
- Examiner to advise due dates of the on-line quizzes.
- This will be an open examination. Students will be provided further instruction regarding the exam by their course examiner via StudyDesk. The examination date will be available via Uconnect when the official examination timetable has been released.
Important assessment information
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Attendance requirements:
External students are highly recommended to attend the residential school and on-campus students are highly recommended to attend the scheduled laboratories or practical classes as the residential school and laboratories or practical classes are linked to an assessment or an element of assessment preparation. It is the students' responsibility to attend and participate appropriately in all activities (such as lectures, tutorials, laboratories and practical work) scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration. -
Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
Due to COVID-19 the requirements for S1 2020 are: To satisfactorily complete an individual assessment item a student must achieve at least 50% of the marks for that item.
Requirements after S1 2020:
To satisfactorily complete an assessment item a student must achieve at least 50% of the marks. Refer to Statement 4 below for the requirements to receive a passing grade in this course. -
Penalties for late submission of required work:
Students should refer to the Assessment Procedure (point 4.2.4) -
Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
Due to COVID-19 the requirements for S1 2020 are: To be assured of receiving a passing grade a student must achieve at least 50% of the total weighted marks available for the course.
Requirements after S1 2020:
To be assured of receiving a passing grade a student must achieve at least 50% of the total weighted marks available for the course. -
Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the aggregate of the weighted marks obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course. -
Examination information:
Due to COVID-19 the requirements for S1 2020 are: An Open Examination is one in which candidates may have access to any printed or written material and a calculator during the examination.
Requirements after S1 2020:
Candidates are allowed access only to specific materials during a Restricted Examination. The only materials that candidates may use in the restricted examination for this course are: writing materials and translation dictionary. Students whose first language is not English, may take an appropriate unmarked non-electronic translation dictionary (but not technical dictionary) into the examination. Dictionaries with any handwritten notes will not be permitted. Translation dictionaries will be subject to perusal and may be removed from the candidate's possession until appropriate disciplinary action is completed if found to contain material that could give the candidate an unfair advantage. -
Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
Due to COVID-19 the requirements for S1 2020 are: The details regarding deferred/supplementary examinations will be communicated at a later date.
Requirements after S1 2020:
Any Deferred or Supplementary examinations for this course will be held during the next examination period. -
University Student Policies:
Students should read the USQ policies: Definitions, Assessment and Student Academic Misconduct to avoid actions which might contravene University policies and practices. These policies can be found at .
Assessment notes
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In order to attend laboratory classes, students must provide and wear appropriate personal protective equipment. This shall include a laboratory coat, closed in shoes, and safety glasses. Such equipment must be approved by supervising staff. Failure to provide and wear the appropriate safety equipment will result in students being excluded from classes.
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As part of the highly recommended residential school, students may be expected to complete a combination of laboratories, practical classes and assessment as advised by the course examiner.
Other requirements
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Nursing students that enrol ONC will attend their laboratories ONC in intensive style over 3 days