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NSG2340

Human bioscience IV

Course code: 0727

Dr R Arwas

5 points * 4 hours per week * Second semester * Peninsula * Prerequisites: NSG1310, NSG1320

Objectives On completion of this subject students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the structure and functioning of the muscular and skeletal systems and of associated disorders; and an understanding of reproduction, development, basic genetics and developmental disorders.

Synopsis The subject involves the study of the following topics: structure and function of muscles; structure and function of bones, bone disorders; muscle disorders; structure, function and malfunction of muscles and joints of the trunk and lower limbs; structure, function and malfunction of muscles and joints of the head and upper limbs; physiology of human sexuality; fertilisation and implantation; hormonal control during pregnancy; embryology and foetal growth; parturition; cardiovascular and respiratory adjustments at birth; premature delivery; genetic influences on embryonic development; environmental influences on embryonic development; congenital abnormalities; human life cycle. The subject is taught by lectures, demonstrations and laboratory work.

Assessment Anatomy practical examination (90 mins): 50% * Development examination (90 mins): 50%

Prescribed texts

Martini F H Fundamentals of anatomy and physiology 3rd edn, Prentice-Hall, 1995


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