HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY 1
PAM2HP1
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you gain knowledge in systems physiology, including the nervous system, muscle tissue, endocrinology and the gastrointestinal system. We will discuss how the nervous system controls body systems, focusing on the electrical transmission of information and how this is modulated. Our focus then shifts to muscle tissue and the mechanisms involved in skeletal muscle contraction, force generation and fatigue. You will gain a detailed understanding of the endocrine system and how it is responsible for controlling many of our bodies daily functions and metabolism. The semester concludes focusing on the gastrointestinal systems where you will gain an understanding of the mechanisms surrounding food digestion and nutrient absorption. The detailed online resources in this subject will be supported by a comprehensive program of enquiry based workshops. Practical classes will allow you to undertake experiments to enhance your learning experience, whilst building on communication skills. The completion of an online employability module will give you the opportunity to build and reflect on experiences that will prepare you for life beyond university.
SchoolSchool of Life Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJarrod Church
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must be admitted in one of the following course codes: HBHS or LZCHS or HZNDP or HZHSDP or AZAHS or HBHN and must have passed the following subjects: [HBS1HBA or HBS101] and [HBS1HBB or HBS102] OR Students must be admitted in the following course code: SBMS or SZSS or SBMD and must have passed BIO1MGC: or must be admitted in to LWLBM (Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Biomedicine) course.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects HBS2PTA or HBS2PTB or HBS202 or HBS204
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Silverthorn, Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition) (Global edition) | Prescribed | Dee Unglaub Silverthorn (2019) | Pearson |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Predict how the nervous, muscle, endocrine and gastrointestinal systems of the human body function both during normal physiological conditions and under pathological stress
- Activities:
- Online videos, resources and face-to-face workshop activities.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills (Study and Learning Skills)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills (Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Analyse and integrate experimentally-obtained physiological data with knowledge of basic physiological principles.
- Activities:
- Workshops and Practicals.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Effectively and professionally communicate experimental observations and the conclusions drawn from them.
- Activities:
- Workshops & Practicals, Major report.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
04. Explore, build and reflect on your experiences that develop your career readiness and employability and actively prepare for life beyond university
- Activities:
- Online employability module
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJarrod Church
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online Class
One 2.0 hours unscheduled online class per week
on any day including weekend
during the day
and delivered via online.
"Consists of various online videos and resources for students to watch, review and participate throughout the study period."
WorkShop
One 3.0 hours workshop per week
on weekdays
during the day
and delivered via face-to-face.
"Face to face workshop will be interactive and a combination of enquiry based learning and practicals."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x 1hr MCQ/short answer test (1000 words equivalent) | 20 | 01, 02 | |
| Practical skills assessment (Week 7) (250 words equivalent) | 10 | 02 | |
| 1 x Group practical report (Week 10) (150 words equivalent per student) | Students will work in groups of 4 and produce a 600 word report. | 10 | 02, 03 |
| 1 x 10min online video (Wk 13) (500 words equivalent) | 10 | 04 | |
| 1 x 2hr MCQ/short answer test (Exam period) (2000 words equivalent) | 50 | 01, 02 |