hbs3apa advanced human phys a
ADVANCED HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY A: PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY
HBS3APA
2016
Credit points: 30
Subject outline
In this capstone subject, students will explore aspects of advanced human physiology, focusing on general physiological principles and their applications, and recent research findings. Aspects of advanced human physiology are investigated from a theoretical and practical viewpoint, including applications in the fields of pathophysiology and pharmacology. Team work is an important aspect of the practical component in this subject. Students will engage in activities designed to enhance library research skills, critical evaluation of scientific literature, scientific writing and oral presentation skills. An additional focus of this capstone subject is to orientate students to opportunities for further study, employment or career development.
SchoolSchool of Life Sciences
Credit points30
Subject Co-ordinatorLouise Lexis
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must have passed HBS2PTA and HBS2PTB then must have passed one of {HBS2PPA,HBS2PPB} or must have passed HBS2HPA and HBS2HPB or have subject coordinator approval.
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 | ACSM's guidelines for exercise testing and prescription (9th ed.) | Recommended | American College of Sports Medicine (2013) | PHILADELPHIA: WOLTERS KLUWER/LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS |
| Readings | Brilliant Writing Tips for Students | Recommended | Copus, J. (2010) | HAMPSHIRE: PALGRAVE MACMILLAN |
| Readings | Exercise Physiology: Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance (8th ed.) | Recommended | Powers, S.K. & Howley, E.T. (2012) | NEW YORK: MCGRAW-HILL |
| 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 |
| Readings | Pharmacology for Health Professionals (3rd ed.) | Recommended | Bryant, B., Knights, K. & Salerno, E. (2011) | CHATSWOOD N.S.W.: ELSEVIER AUSTRALIA |
| Readings | Robbins Basic Pathology (9th ed.) | Recommended | Kumar, Abbas, and Aster(2012) | PHILADELPHIA PA: SAUNDERS/ELSEVIER |
| Readings | Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease (8th ed.) | Recommended | Kumar, Abbas, Fausto and Aster (2009) | PHILADEPHIA PA: SAUNDERS/ELSEVIER |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
08. Demonstrate a deep theoretical knowledge of exercise physiology, principles of pathophysiology and neuropharmacology.
- Activities:
- Blended delivery of content topics and laboratory classes.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
09. Create a piece of work that demonstrates ability to transmit to others knowledge of professional work and/or further learning possible on completion of degree.
- Activities:
- Careers and future study assignment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
10. Employ well-developed team work skills to manage and organize completion of team-assignments.
- Activities:
- Scientific research skills assignment. Laboratory classes.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
11. Design and implement a research project that demonstrates application of exercise physiology knowledge and technical skills.
- Activities:
- Scientific research skills assignment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
12. Predict outcomes of a research project; present these in the form of scientific hypotheses and aims.
- Activities:
- Scientific research skills assignment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
13. Construct written pieces that demonstrate analysis, synthesis, and evaluation when formulating each phase of the written experimental process.
- Activities:
- Scientific research skills assignment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
14. Create a reference list and in-text references using professional referencing software.
- Activities:
- Literature review.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
15. Demonstrate ability to analyse, synthesise, and evaluate published research in the field of pathophysiology and pharmacology, and construct a literature review in written scientific format. Appraise a peer's completed literature review draft.
- Activities:
- Literature review.
- 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 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorBrianna Julien
Class requirements
Independent ResearchWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours independent research per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Four 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
"Combination of face-to-face and on-line."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2000-word literature review | 25 | 14, 15 | |
| Three 1.5-hour written examinations | 45 | 08 | |
| One 1,000-word reflection | 15 | 09 | |
| One 1,000-word scientific report | 15 | 08, 10, 11, 12, 13 |