INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
HBS101
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, students will be introduced to the anatomical organisation of the body, the basics of cell structure and function, and the major tissue types. The fundamentals of the nervous and endocrine systems will then be explored in the context of mechanisms of physiological control. This information will provide the foundation for the study of the major organ systems of the body which includes the respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, digestive, skeletal muscle, and immune systems. The subject will conclude with the basics of nutrition and metabolism which integrates many of the topics covered throughout the subject. In addition, students may be offered the opportunity to engage in guided independent learning throughout the semester to extend their level of knowledge in the topic areas described above.
SchoolSchool of Life Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorDeanna Horvath
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted in one of the following courses: HBFN, HBFNX, HOUA.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects HBS1HBA
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions This subject is offered via Open Universities Australia. La Trobe University students can undertake this subject as part of a cross institutional enrolment under certain circumstances, and must seek approval from the Bachelor of Food and Nutrition Course Coordinator for eligibility. Due to the nature of the subject content and online delivery, enrolments are generally not permitted past the published OUA enrolment date for the study period.
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 2nd Edition. ISBN for E-Text: 9780730354987 | Prescribed | Tortora, G.J. Derrickson, B. Burkett, B. Peoples, G. Dye, D. Cooke, J. Diversi, T. McKean, M. Samalia, L. Mellifont, R. (2019) | John Wiley & Sons. Milton, QLD |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Relate the anatomical organisation of the human body to whole body function.
- Activities:
- Online delivery of content topics and synchronous session support. Completion of weekly learning activities.
02. Explain how cellular activity contributes to the function of organs and the body as a whole.
- Activities:
- Online delivery of content topics and synchronous session support. Completion of weekly learning activities.
03. Explain how a given body system contributes to homeostasis under normal conditions.
- Activities:
- Online delivery of content topics and synchronous session support. Completion of weekly learning activities.
04. Interpret scientific information presented as tables, graphs and diagrams and communicate using correct physiological terminology.
- Activities:
- Completion of case studies and knowledge checks.
Subject options
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Online, 2019, OUA Study Period 4, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDeanna Horvath
Class requirements
Lecture/Workshop
Week:
48
Five 2.0 hours lecture/workshop per study period
on any day including weekend
at night
in week 48
and delivered via online.
"Online synchronous sessions"
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
48
One 7.0 hours unscheduled online class per week
on any day including weekend
during the day
in week 48
and delivered via online.
"New topic each week with online learning activities"
Scheduled Online Class
Week:
48
Twelve 2.0 hours scheduled online class per study period
on weekdays
during the day
in week 48
and delivered via online.
"Weekly drop in chat sessions"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x Online assessment tasks (1000 word total equiv) | Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | 030 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| 4 x 20 min module quizzes and reflections (1500 word total equiv) | Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | 030 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| 1 x Video Presentation (equivalent to 1500 words) | 040 | 03, 04 |
Online, 2019, OUA Study Period 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDeanna Horvath
Class requirements
Lecture/Workshop
Week:
09
-
21
Five 2.0 hours lecture/workshop per study period
on weekdays
at night
from week 09 to week 21
and delivered via online.
"Online synchronous sessions"
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
09
-
21
One 7.0 hours unscheduled online class per week
on any day including weekend
during the day
from week 09 to week 21
and delivered via online.
"New topic each week with online learning activities"
Scheduled Online Class
Week:
09
-
21
Twelve 2.0 hours scheduled online class per study period
on weekdays
during the day
from week 09 to week 21
and delivered via online.
"Weekly drop in chat sessions"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 x Online assessment tasks (1000 word total equiv) | Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| 4 x 20 min module quizzes and reflections (1500 word total equiv) | Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| 1 x Video Presentation (equivalent to 1500 words) | 40 | 03, 04 |
Online, 2019, OUA Study Period 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDeanna Horvath
Class requirements
Lecture/Workshop
Week:
22
-
34
Five 2.0 hours lecture/workshop per study period
on weekdays
at night
from week 22 to week 34
and delivered via online.
"Online synchronous sessions"
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
22
-
34
One 7.0 hours unscheduled online class per week
on any day including weekend
during the day
from week 22 to week 34
and delivered via online.
"New topic each week with online learning activities"
Scheduled Online Class
Week:
22
-
34
Twelve 2.0 hours scheduled online class per study period
on weekdays
during the day
from week 22 to week 34
and delivered via online.
"Weekly drop in chat session"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x Online assessment tasks (1000 word total equiv) | Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | 030 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| 4 x 20 min module quizzes and reflections (1500 word total equiv) | Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | 030 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| 1 x Video Presentation (equivalent to 1500 words) | 040 | 03, 04 |
Online, 2019, OUA Study Period 3, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDeanna Horvath
Class requirements
Lecture/Workshop
Week:
35
-
47
Five 2.0 hours lecture/workshop per study period
on weekdays
at night
from week 35 to week 47
and delivered via online.
"Online synchronous sessions"
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
35
-
47
One 7.0 hours unscheduled online class per week
on any day including weekend
during the day
from week 35 to week 47
and delivered via online.
"New topic each week with online learning activities"
Scheduled Online Class
Week:
35
-
47
Twelve 2.0 hours scheduled online class per study period
on weekdays
during the day
from week 35 to week 47
and delivered via online.
"weekly drop in chat session"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x Online assessment tasks (1000 word total equiv) | Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | 030 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| 4 x 20 min module quizzes and reflections (1500 word total equiv) | Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | 030 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| 1 x Video Presentation (equivalent to 1500 words) | 040 | 03, 04 |