AHC1502 · Foundations of biomedical sciences

Overview

This biomedical science unit will provide you with foundational knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to allied health professions and support the application of this knowledge in relevant contexts. Key areas of study include the structural levels of body organisation, the chemical and cellular basis of life, and the principles of homeostasis and integrated body function. In this unit, you will examine the structure and function of major body systems, including the integumentary, nervous, endocrine, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, digestive and immune systems, with a focus on their contributions to normal body function and health.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Describe the levels of structural organisation within the body and how homeostatic control mechanisms maintain conditions in the internal environment to support optimal organ system function;
2. Discuss the cellular and tissue organisation that underpins the structure and function of the human body;
3. Describe the structure and function of human body systems and their role in maintaining homeostasis within the body;
4. Relate the structure of the major bones, joints and muscles to their functions of support and movement;
5. Interpret client symptoms by applying knowledge of anatomy and physiology in allied health care.

Workload

8 hours per week for 18 weeks = 144 hours ● 6 hours teacher-directed study per week, including an average of 2 hours of online learning activities, 2 hours of tutorial classes and 2 hours of practical classes ● 2 hours self-directed study per week Total per week = 8 hours

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.