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
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Prerequisite(s): | 6900 (v.5) Human Biology 137
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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. |
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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. |
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: | 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. |
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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. |
Field of Education: | 10900 Biological Sciences (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Essential | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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