Leader: Mr Tom Jeavons

Offered

Peninsula Second semester 2008 (Day)
Peninsula Second semester 2008 (Off-campus)

Synopsis

The unit provides basic knowledge of human physiology and disease process relevant to the social health sciences. A life span approach is used to study the biological basis of health and the major internal and external threats to health. Altered health states associated with both non-infectious disease and infectious disease are examined using a case-based approach where common health problems across the life span, from paediatric to geriatric, are studied. The unit also encourages the critical evaluation of evidence and an appreciation of the scientific method of thought.

Objectives

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. Apply the concept of homeostasis to human physiological processes;
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the functional anatomy and physiology of body systems across the lifespan, with particular emphasis on homeostasis and the major physical and physiological milestones;
3. Explain the biological basis for mind-body interactions in health and disease;
4. Integrate knowledge of biological factors, genetic factors and lifestyle choices to explain altered health states across the life span;
5. Integrate knowledge of human physiology and genetics with that of population health to assess current public health issues.

Assessment

On campus students: 4 Online test :20%
Case report :30%
End of Semester Examination :50%
hurdle requirement: 80% attendance at tutorials unless medical or other certification provided.
Off campus students: 4 Online test :20%
Case report :30%
End of Semester Examination :50%
hurdle requirement: participation in 6 online activities as specified in the Off Campus study materials.

Contact hours

12 hours per week (4 hours on campus, 2 hours online and 6 hours of private study.)

Off Campus Attendance Requirements

12 hours per week which includes working through study materials, essential readings, activities (including online), completing assessment tasks and self directed learning.

Prohibitions

HSC1301, HSC1302