Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology (10298.2)

Please note these are the 2024 details for this unit
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Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
View teaching periods On-Campus
 UC - Sydney Hills Campus, Castle Hill, NSW
UC - Canberra, Bruce
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3 Faculty Of Health
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
Discipline Of Sport And Exercise Science Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
This unit will provide a theoretical overview of the human body. This unit will introduce the student to gross anatomy and will provide familiarity of anatomical and physiological terminology. Unit material will include cellular structure, structure of bone, muscle and connective tissue. This unit will also introduce the student to the physiological foundations and relevant anatomical structures of the human body systems, including: gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, endocrine, immune, integumentary, nervous system and reproductive systems. Furthermore the interactions between these systems will be highlighted and explored to provide a comprehensive understanding of homeostatic control.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Appropriately utilise anatomical and physiological terms;
2. Recognise and describe 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 demonstrate the overlapping nature and complexity of the human body.


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. 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
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas


Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

Students who have passed 9808 Regional Anatomy and Physiology AND/OR 6529 Systemic Anatomy and Physiology may not undertake this unit.

Equivalent units

Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses, 9042.

Assumed knowledge

None.
Availability for enrolment in 2024 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2023 UC - Sydney Hills Campus, Castle Hill, NSW Semester 1 06 February 2023 On-Campus Ms Erin Kelly
2023 UC - Canberra, Bruce Semester 1 06 February 2023 On-Campus Ms Erin Kelly
2023 UC - Canberra, Bruce Semester 2 31 July 2023 On-Campus Ms Erin Kelly
2023 UC - Sydney Hills Campus, Castle Hill, NSW Semester 2 31 July 2023 On-Campus Ms Erin Kelly
2024 UC - Canberra, Bruce Semester 1 05 February 2024 On-Campus Ms Erin Kelly
2024 UC - Sydney Hills Campus, Castle Hill, NSW Semester 1 05 February 2024 On-Campus Ms Erin Kelly
2024 UC - Canberra, Bruce Semester 2 29 July 2024 On-Campus Ms Erin Kelly
The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit timetable.

Required texts

Suggested Textbook: Wadsworth, I. Peate, S. Evans, A. Byrne, W. Deasy, M. Dowlman, P. Gillan, S. Purushothuman, D. Principles of anatomy and physiology for nursing and healthcare students in Australia. Wiley Global Education Australia, 2022. [VitalSource Bookshelf].

The printed textbook and e-text can be purchased from: https://www.wileydirect.com.au/buy/principles-of-anatomy-and-physiology-for-nursing-and-healthcare-students-in-australia/

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

Missed or Deferred Exams

As stated in University Policy, you must request approval from the Unit Convenor to sit a deferred examination. You must apply for an exam deferral within a reasonable timeframe (usually within three days of the missed assessment). Your application must include the relevant documentary evidence according to the category of extenuating circumstance under which you are applying (i.e., a medical certificate, death notice).

You are not permitted to defer a deferred exam. A student who does not attempt a deferred exam will receive a grade of zero for the assessment task. 

For further information regarding accepted extenuating circumstances and documentary evidence required, please see Assessment Procedures (https://www.canberra.edu.au/Policies/PolicyProcedure/Index/1607).

Academic integrity

Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.

To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.

Use of Text-Matching Software

The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.

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

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