EPHLTH270
10 units
level
Course handbook
Description
This course will provide students with an introduction to the organisation and control of the human body from cells to the entire organism. It will focus on how changes to anatomy (structure), physiology (function) and homeostasis contribute to the development of human disease and medical conditions. The relationship between anatomy, physiology and biochemistry (molecular interactions) underpinning the science that informs nursing practice and interventions will be explored. Topics covered in this course will include major body systems, medical radiation and pharmacology.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Ourimbah
- Semester 2 - 2024
Online
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Use their knowledge, skills and understanding of biochemical, anatomical and physiological concepts to explain the science underpinning basic health related problems.
2. Conduct research relevant to understanding the science behind nursing practice and interventions.
3. Make accurate measurements and perform calculations used in a healthcare setting.
4. Work effectively, both individually and in groups, to solve problems.
Content
- Cardiovascular system
- Pharmacology and drug action
- Medical radiation
- Respiratory system
- Nervous system and regulation of body function
- Endocrine system
- Skeletal system
- Immune system; microorganisms, disease and infection control
- Reproductive system
Requisite
If you have successfully completed, or are enrolled in EPBIOL259, EPCHEM314 or EPHLTH370 you cannot enrol in this course.
Assessment items
Quiz: Online Quizzes
In Term Test: Mid-semester Class Test
Written Assignment: Research Assignment
Online Open Book Formal Examination: Final Examination
Tutorial / Laboratory Exercises: Laboratory Report
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Laboratory-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s) starting in week 13
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s) starting in week 2
Semester 2 - 2024 - Ourimbah
Laboratory-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s) starting in week 13
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s) starting in week 2
Semester 2 - 2024 - Online
Self-Directed Learning-1
- Self-Directed 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
- Self-Directed learning is equivalent to face-to-face contact hours. It involves engagement with course materials that are delivered at a time that suits you via short videos, course notes, podcasts, readings and other activities.
Tutorial-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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