HBS3APB
ADVANCED HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY B: PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY
HBS3APB
2016
Credit points: 30
Subject outline
In this capstone subject, students will explore aspects of advanced human physiology, focusing on physiological principles and their applications, and recent research findings. The content is investigated from a theoretical and practical viewpoint, including applications in the fields of pathophysiology and pharmacology. A major focus of the practical component is the development of scientific research skills and team work skills. Students will engage in a semester-long independent research project that encompasses all components of the scientific method. At the completion of semester, students will present their independent research work in written, oral, and poster format. Development of research skills, scientific writing skills, communicating to the public, and oral presentation skills are of particular importance in Advanced Human Physiology B. An additional focus of this capstone subject is for students to continue to investigate potential career paths in the Human Biosciences.
SchoolSchool of Life Sciences
Credit points30
Subject Co-ordinatorBrianna Julien
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites HBS3APA
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Brilliant Writing Tips for Students | Recommended | Copus, J. (2010) | HAMPSHIRE: PALGRAVE MACMILLAN |
| Readings | Getting Critical | Recommended | Williams, K. (2012) | HAMPSHIRE: PALGRAVE MACMILLAN |
| Readings | How to write and publish a scientific paper (7th ed.) | Recommended | Day, R.A. & Gastel, B. (2011) | CAMBRIDGE: CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
05. Demonstrate a deep theoretical knowledge of musculoskeletal and cardiovascular physiology.
- Activities:
- Lectures and laboratory classes.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
06. Create a piece of work that demonstrates ability to transmit physiological knowledge, skills and ideas to others.
- Activities:
- Communicating science assignment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
07. Design and implement a research project that demonstrates application of physiological knowledge and skills.
- Activities:
- Independent research project.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
08. Employ well-developed team work skills to manage and organize implementation of a research project.
- Activities:
- Independent research project.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
09. Design a team poster that visually illustrates the outcomes of a research project in scientific format.
- Activities:
- Independent research project.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
10. Create an oral presentation that illustrates, interprets and evaluates the outcomes of a research project in an oral and visual scientific format.
- Activities:
- Independent research project.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
11. Construct a journal article that illustrates, interprets and evaluates the outcomes of a research project in a written scientific format.
- Activities:
- Independent research project.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2016, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLouise Lexis
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Four 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
"Combination of face-to-face and online"
PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Independent ResearchWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours independent research per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 3-hour written exam | 30 | 05 | |
| One 1000-word research report | 15 | 06 | |
| One 4500-word scientific presentation | 55 | 07, 08, 09, 10, 11 |