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306804 (v.1) Human Biology 139


 

Area:

School of Biomedical Science

Credits:

12.5

Contact Hours:

2.0

Other:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Anti Requisite(s):

1643 (v.6) Human Biology 133
303149 (v.2) Human Biology 131

Prerequisite(s):

1754 (v.6) Cell Biology 101 or any previous version
AND
7713 (v.7) Health Science Communication 180 or any previous version

Co Requisite(s):

1762 (v.4) Animal Biology 102 or any previous version
AND
302467 (v.2) Introduction to Microbiology 132 or any previous version

Syllabus:

What constitutes and is necessary for life - clinical death, introduction to anatomical specimens, anatomical terminology, sensory receptors and pathways, organisation and functions of the central and peripheral nervous systems, information processing, special senses components of the skeletal system, joints and movements, muscle structure, muscle actions in a functional context and activity analysis.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have- Identified the characteristics and separation of life and death in the context of health professional roles. Identified the main sources of information used by the body and explained how the nervous system functions to provide sensation and perception. Described the process of nervous transmission and factors affecting it. Distinguished between different parts of the nervous system and their functions. Explained how the body is constructed to allow planning, co-ordination and performance of movement.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Dirckz, J. ed (2001). Stedmans Concise Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions. (fourth edition). Lippinkot, Williams and Wilkins.

Unit Texts:

Tortora, G.J. and Grabowski, S.R., (2003). Principles of Anatomy and Physiology. (tenth edition). New York, John Wiley and Sons. (2003) Human Biology 133/139 Manual. Bently, Curtin University.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Continuous Assessment (3 tests, 1 project) 41%, Examination 59%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 10913 Human Biology

HECS Band (if applicable):

2  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Not Categorised  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.

 
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