Regional Anatomy and Physiology (9808.3)

Please note these are the 2024 details for this unit
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Regional Anatomy and Physiology
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
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Intensive
 Bruce, Canberra
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3 Faculty Of Health
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
Sport & Exercise Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
This unit is designed to provide students with an overview of regional anatomy, body systems and their functions to ensure a suitable basis for their future studies. It covers in depth anatomy of the musculoskeletal system. Special attention is given to the terminology used to describe human movement and a thorough knowledge of the bony landmarks, joints, muscle attachments and blood supply along with detailed actions of specific muscles and muscle groups. The unit studies the basic structure and function of the major body systems such as skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. Commencing with an overview of body tissues and homeostasis. Emphasis will be placed on the inter-connection and relationship between structure and function at every level of organisation.

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 microscopic structure of the following body systems: cells and connective tissue, skeletal (bone tissue and ossification), muscular, nervous, and special senses;
3. Explain and interpret how the above systems function and interact with each other and the rest of the body to maintain homeostasis;
4. Identify bony landmarks, ligaments, tendons, muscles and blood supply of the lower limb, pelvic girdle, trunk, head, neck, upper limb and pectoral girdle; and
5. List actions elicited by muscles at the joints in the lower limb, pelvic girdle, trunk, neck, upper limb and pectoral girdle.


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Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

6534 Regional Anatomy and Physiology

Assumed knowledge

None.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 16 February 2026 On-campus Dr Kristy Martin
2026 Bruce, Canberra Winter Term 08 June 2026 Intensive Dr Kristy Martin
Not available

Required texts

Suggested Textbook: Tortora & Derrickson, Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, 3rd Asia-Pacific Edition, Wiley. The printed textbook, e-text, or a subscription can be purchased from the link below. 

https://www.wileydirect.com.au/buy/principles-of-anatomy-and-physiology-3rd-asia-pacific-edition/

*Please note that a textbook is not required for this unit but may complement your learning. This and similar textbooks are available for loan from the library

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

Missed or Deferred Lab Exams:

As stated in University Policy, students must request approval from the Unit Convenor to sit a deferred examination. Students must apply for an extension within a reasonable timeframe (usually within 3 days of the missed assessment) and must include the relevant documentary evidence according to the category of extenuating circumstance under which they are applying (i.e., a medical certitificate, death notice). Extensions must be applied for through the relevant Assignment Extension Application Form on Canvas.

Students 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).

Artifical Intelligence:

Students are not permitted to use generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in assessments for this unit, except for Studiosity Writing Feedback Plus.

GenAI may only be used in authorised ways when completing assessments at UC. This means that GenAI can only be used for an assessment when:

1. The unit convenor has authorised GenAI use for that assessment
2. The student uses GenAI in the way the assessment instructions allow
3. The student fully acknowledges their use of GenAI, with proper citations, references and a GenAI Acknowledgement Statement in line with the assessment instructions.

Where the assessment instructions do not specifically state that GenAI may be used and how, then its use is not permitted for that assessment. Students must still provide the required GenAI Acknowledgement Statement to indicate whether GenAI has or has not been used in the preparation of the assessment. If unsure, students should seek advice from the Unit Convener.

The GenAI for Students Library Guide provides further information, including how to reference GenAI Links to an external site..

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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 and online tutorial 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 is 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 the required materials.

In-unit costs

Students are required to purchase a Laboratory Coat and Manual, available from the UC Shop and Canvas respectively.

Work placement, internships or practicums

None