6901 (v.5) Human Biology 138

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Area:	School of Biomedical Science
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	5.0
Lecture:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Practical:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Anti Requisite(s):	1644 (v.7) Human Biology 134 6934 (v.4) Human Biology 136 303034 (v.2) Human Biology 132
Prerequisite(s):	6900 (v.5) Human Biology 137
Syllabus:	Available only to Medical Imaging students. Basic cell physiology, anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, including capillary exchange and lymphatic flow. The respiratory system, mechanics of ventilation, gas exchange and the control of respiration. Motor and sensory pathways. Basics of the alimentary, genitourinary, and endocrine systems, are covered.
Unit Outcomes:	On completion of this unit students will be able to - Explain basic concepts of the organisation of the human body. Communicate ideas effectively using correct anatomical terminology. Provide examples of the four basic tissue types found in systems of the body. Review the structure and function of the components of the nervous system. Relate cellular physiology to the generation of an action potential. Describe a neuron and its component parts. Explain how the structures of the circulatory system are designed to do their tasks. Describe the flow of blood through the systemic and pulmonary circulation. List the formed elements of blood and their basic functions. Explain the role of the lymphatic system in both systemic against antigens and as an adjunct to the circulatory system. Outline the general arrangement of the digestive system. Explain how foodstuffs are digested and absorbed. Relate regional gut structure to specialised functional requirements. Describe how urine is formed and eliminated. Explain how the structures of the endocrine system are designed to do their tasks. Outline how hormones work to influence cells. Map the main events in the first for weeks of life. Describe major events in embryonic and fetal life. Explain how receptors work.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Glanze, W.D., (1990), Mosby's Medical, Nursing and Allied Health Dictionary, Toronto, C.V. Mosby Co. Dorlands Pocket Medical Dictionary.
Unit Texts:	Fyfe, G.M. Medical Science Workbook, Curtin University Bookshop. Clemente, C., (1997), A Regional Atlas of the Human Body (4th ed). Williams and Wilkins International Edition. Tortora, G.J., and Grabowski, S.R., (2003), Principles of Human Anatomy and Physiology, 10th ed, John Wiley and Sons.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Final theory exam 50%. Practical test (1) 10%. Practical test (2) 15%. Practical test (3) 25%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y