HUBS1404
10 units
1000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course follows on from Biomedical Science Part 1 (HUBS1403). We will investigate the control of several systems which are vitally important to normal human functioning. We will study the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the reproductive system, how the body digests and assimilates food, controls fluid balance and protects itself from disease.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Ourimbah
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Build on the strategies for self learning gained in first semester in Biomedical Science Part 1.
2. Employ critical reasoning skills in relation to the application of knowledge in the Human Biosciences area.
3. Understand the function and regulation of:The cardiovascular systemThe respiratory systemThe digestive systemExcretion and fluid and electrolyte balanceImmunity and defence against infectionReproduction and development
4. Appreciate that the above systems do not act in isolation but must interact with each in order to ensure optimal function.
Content
- The cardiovascular system
- The respiratory system
- The digestive system and metabolism
- The renal system and control of fluids and electrolytes
- Immune function
- Reproduction and development
Assumed knowledge
HUBS1403 Biomedical Science Part 1
Assessment items
Quiz: Online tests
In Term Test: Mid-Semester Exam
Formal Examination: Final exam
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lectorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Lecture-1
- Online 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s) starting in week 1
- Recorded
Lecture-2
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s)
- ZOOM QA
Semester 2 - 2024 - Ourimbah
Lectorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Lecture-1
- Online 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s) starting in week 1
- Recorded
Lecture-2
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s)
- ZOOM QA
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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