Systemic Anatomy and Physiology G (7896.3)

Please note these are the 2022 details for this unit
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Systemic Anatomy and Physiology G
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
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 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)
The unit will cover the following topics: Cellular structure, homeostasis and epithelial cells. The following physiological systems will be covered: Endocrine system including the major endocrine glands and the effects of their hormones. Circulatory system which covers blood and vessels as well as heart anatomy and physiology; regulation of cardiovascular system will also be covered. Respiratory system: respiratory tract anatomy; ventilation and oxygenation; respiratory regulation. Digestive system: anatomy of the gastrointestinal tract and associated structures; physiology of digestion and absorption. Urinary system: anatomy of the urinary system; physiology of urine formation. Reproductive system: male and female reproductive anatomy and physiology. Emphasis will be placed on the inter-connection and relationship between structure and function at every level of organisation and the importance in maintaining homeostasis.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Define and correctly use anatomical and physiological terminology;
2. Recognise and describe the macroscopic and microscope structure of the following body systems: Cardiovascular, endocrine, respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary and reproductive systems;
3. Interpret and explain how the above systems function and interact with each other;
4. Interpret and explain how the above systems function to maintain homeostasis; and
5. Demonstrate an ability to interpret clinical applications of anatomy and physiology.


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
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 - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems


Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

Must be enrolled in 132JA Master of Occupational Therapy, 174JA Graduate Diploma in Nutritional Science, 302JA Graduate Certificate in Pharmacotherapy, 868AA Graduate Certificate in Human Movement Science OR permission required from the unit convener.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

None.

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 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 31 July 2023 On-Campus Dr Kristy Martin
2024 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 29 July 2024 On-Campus Dr Kristy Martin
Not available

Required texts

Suggested Textbook: E-text: Tortora & Derrickson, Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, 2nd Asia-Pacific Edition, Wiley

https://www.wileydirect.com.au/buy/principles-of-anatomy-physiology-2nd-asia-pacific-edition/

 

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

When a student does not submit an assessment task on or before the due date and time, their mark will be reduced by five percentage points per day from the total mark available (e.g. if an assessment was submitted three days late a mark of 70% would be reduced to 55%, or put another way, if a student was awarded 21 out of 30 and submitted three days late their mark would be reduced to 16.5 out of 30), up to a maximum of seven days at which time the assignment will no longer be accepted, unless there are approved extenuating circumstances.

Students must apply for extensions prior to the due date of the News and Views Article.  Please follow the information available on Canvas.

Students who are unable to complete a test have 3 calendar days to submit their deferred exam request and supporting documentation to the appropriate Canvas dropbox.

 

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.

Applying for Deferred Exams and Assignment Extensions

Students applying for deferrals must follow the information provided on canvas.  

All requests including forms and supporting documentation must be uploaded to the appropriate dropbox.

It is the student's responsibility to check if the request has been approved (completed = approved; incomplete = not approved)

Students have 3 calendar days from the test date to apply for deferrals, and must provide appropriate documentation

Student's requiring an extension must complete the extension request form and submit it and supporting documentation to the appropriate Canvas Dropbox PRIOR to the due date.  It is the student’s responsibility to check for approval.  Further information, and the request form is available on Canvas.

Participation requirements

Engaging in theory material is expected through listening/watching the online recordings.  Material may be presented as short videos or prerecorded lectures.  Students will also be provided with associated theory/lecture notes

Laboratory attendance is expected. Non-attendance at laboratory classes is likely to diminish a student's ability to meet unit learning objectives, and will likely impair assessment performance.  Laboratory attendance records will be kept and can be used as evidence of individual student engagement with the unit.  

It is expected that students will work through the online component of this course in a timely fashion.

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

Students will be required to complete a laboratory induction prior to the commencement of the on-campus laboratory classes. Students are expected to follow laboratory rules outlined in the Laboratory Induction document at all times. Failure to do so will result in exclusion from the laboratory.