Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology G (10415.2)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Health |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Discipline Of Sport And Exercise Science | Graduate Level | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
After successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Appropriately utilise anatomical and physiological terms;
2. Differentiate, compare and contrast the function of the following body systems: cells, connective tissue, bone tissue, muscle tissue, nervous, gastrointestinal, immune, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, endocrine, integumentary, and reproductive systems;
3. Identify the cells, tissues and organs involved in the body systems presented within this unit; and
4. Integrate their knowledge of the anatomical and physiological systems presented throughout the unit to:
a) provide a thorough understanding of homeostatic control and
b) be able to explain and distinguish the overlapping nature and complexity of the human body.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | On-campus | Assoc Prof Julie Cooke |
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 28 July 2025 | On-campus | Assoc Prof Julie Cooke |
Required texts
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
Deferrals and extensions
If a student needs to request a deferred examination or an extension to an assessment, they must complete the deferral application form on the unit Canvas page. This application must include the reasons for the request, the extenuating circumstances involved, and any relevant evidence, such as a medical certificate or death notice. Please note that you cannot defer a deferred exam; if you do not attempt it, you will receive a zero grade for the assessment. For more information on accepted extenuating circumstances and the necessary documentary evidence, please refer to the Assessment Procedures.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessments are not offered for this unit
Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at 黑料网. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.
Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.
UC students have to complete the annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).
UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.
Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.
Learner engagement
The laboratory classes for this unit are not compulsory and marks are not given for attendance. However, the content covered in these classes will form a large part of the assessments and engagement in these classes are highly recommended.
Participation requirements
None
Required IT skills
It is expected that students will possess UC IT entry skills. Students are expected to use the Canvas site for this unit to access all of the required materials and to complete the online assessments.
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
Additional information
Before starting on-campus laboratory classes, all students must complete a laboratory induction. It is crucial for students to adhere to the Laboratory rules at all times. Failure to comply with the rules will lead to exclusion from the laboratory.
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