bio1oos organs and organ systems
ORGANS AND ORGAN SYSTEMS
BIO1OOS
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students are introduced to the functional biology of organs and organ systems, focusing on human and mammalian systems. Themes include: integration and coordination of function, maintenance of homeostasis and adaptation to environmental stressors and cell ultrastructure as seen in histological sections. There is a strong practical focus in this subject to acquaint students with a variety of scientific techniques including: human and animal experimentation, computer simulation use, data analysis using statistics and graphics and ethical considerations in science.
SchoolSchool of Molecular Sciences/LIMS
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMichelle Gibson
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites BIO1CO or BIO1OF
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects HBS1HBA
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | FSTE First Year Survival Guide (second edition) | Prescribed | Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering | LA TROBE UNIVERSITY 2012 |
| Readings | Vander, Sherman and Luciano's Human Physiology: Mechanisms of Body Function | Prescribed | Widmaier, EP, Raff, H and Strang, KT 2011 | 12TH ED, MCGRAW HILL, NEW YORK |
| Readings | Biology | Recommended | Raven, PH, Johnson, GB, Losos, JB and Singer, SR 2011 | 9TH ED, MCGRAW-HILL PUBLISHERS, NEW YORK |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate knowledge about the ultrastructural and microscopic structure of the major organ systems and their relationship to physiological function.
- Activities:
- Writing will be assessed in the examination and Histology Practical reports.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Speaking(Speaking)
02. Describe the structure and function of the major organ systems in humans and mammals and how they maintain homeostasis.
- Activities:
- Speaking and ethical awareness will be assessed in the Practical Interviews, writing and inquiry/research will be assessed in the Essay as well as in the examination.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Ethical Awareness(Ethical Awareness)
03. Using selected examples, describe physiological responses to different environments.
- Activities:
- Speaking and ethical awareness will be assessed in the Practical Interviews, writing and inquiry/research will be assessed in the Essay as well as in the examination.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Ethical Awareness(Ethical Awareness)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2016, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMichelle Gibson
Class requirements
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Delivery Method: Or On-Line"
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.
"Type: Or Directed Learning Activity Delivery Method: Or On-Line"
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Or Delivery Method: On-Line"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 word essay | 15 | 02, 03 | |
| 2-hour examination | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| histology practical write-up | 15 | 01 | |
| practical interview and practical report | 20 | 02, 03 |
Singapore, 2016, Week 12-16, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMichelle Gibson
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 12 - 16
One 30.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 12 to week 16 and delivered via face-to-face.
"30-hours of Blended Lectures or Interactive Online Activities per teaching period delivered via face-to-face or online."
PracticalWeek: 12 - 16
One 18.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 12 to week 16 and delivered via face-to-face.
"18-hours of Lab-Based Practical Class per teaching period delivered face-to-face or as directed online learning."
TutorialWeek: 12 - 16
One 6.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 12 to week 16 and delivered via face-to-face.
"6-hours of Tutorial or Online Quizzes per teaching period and delivered via face-to-face or online."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 word essay | 15 | 02, 03 | |
| 2-hour examination | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| histology practical write-up | 15 | 01 | |
| practical interview and practical report | 20 | 02, 03 |
Singapore, 2016, Week 28-31, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMichelle Gibson
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 28 - 31
One 30.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 28 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
"30-hours of Blended Lectures or Interactive Online Activities per teaching period delivered via face-to-face or online."
PracticalWeek: 28 - 31
One 18.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 28 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
"18-hours of Lab-Based Practical Class per teaching period delivered face-to-face or as directed online learning."
TutorialWeek: 28 - 31
One 6.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 28 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
"6-hours of Tutorial or Online Quizzes per teaching period and delivered via face-to-face or online."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 word essay | 15 | 02, 03 | |
| 2-hour examination | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| histology practical write-up | 15 | 01 | |
| practical interview and practical report | 20 | 02, 03 |
Singapore, 2016, Week 28-31, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMichelle Gibson
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 28 - 31
One 30.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays at night from week 28 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
"30-hours of Blended Lectures or Interactive Online Activities per teaching period delivered via face-to-face or online."
PracticalWeek: 28 - 31
One 18.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays at night from week 28 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
"18-hours of Lab-Based Practical Class per teaching period delivered face-to-face or as directed online learning."
TutorialWeek: 28 - 31
One 6.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays at night from week 28 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
"6-hours of Tutorial or Online Quizzes per teaching period and delivered via face-to-face or online."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 word essay | 15 | 02, 03 | |
| 2-hour examination | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| histology practical write-up | 15 | 01 | |
| practical interview and practical report | 20 | 02, 03 |