HUBS1416
10 units
1000 level
Course handbook
Description
HUBS1416 provides students with a background of core concepts in pharmacology, microbiology, immunology, neurophysiology and genetics.Integral to this course is an understanding of homeostasis, the complementarity of anatomy and physiology, and the interrelationships between body organ systems. Relevant clinical examples are introduced and discussed where possible around the National Health Priority areas of Cardiovascular Health, Diabetes, Asthma, Obesity, Cancer Control, Mental Health, Arthritis & Musculoskeletal conditions and Injury Prevention and Control.Knowledge, comprehension and application of these core concepts is essential for understanding both physiological and pathophysiological processes in the patient which students will encounter in future studies and career.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Gosford
- Semester 2 - 2024
Manning Base Hospital
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Describe the structural and functional divisions of the nervous system and broadly, how they operate
2. Describe the main neurotransmitters and receptors of the nervous system
3. Explain the function and control of the digestive system including the roles of accessory organs in nutrient digestion & absorption
4. Describe the characteristics of some clinically important microbes and the clinical manifestations of the diseases they produce and concepts in infection control and epidemiology
5. Outline the components and arms of the immune response
6. Explain the basic mechanisms of action of vaccines and their importance in disease prevention
7. Describe the basis of human inheritance and genetic variation and use pedigrees and punnet squares to predict inheritance patterns and calculate risk of inheriting genetic disorders
8. Use knowledge and understanding obtained in objectives 1-7 to interpret and solve clinical problems
Content
This course develops some of the basic scientific principles underpinning nursing and midwifery practice that were introduced in HUBS1406 and introduces some new areas of study. The nervous and immune systems are covered at a more advanced level in this course, and the principles of microbiology and genetic inheritance are introduced, along with their vital applications to healthcare. All content is delivered with emphasis on the application of scientific principles to the practice of health care.
The course includes modules on: nerve cell function, autonomic, central and peripheral nervous systems and their integrated function, major brain areas and their function, the immune response, and the basis of genetic inheritance. All modules are taught using case scenarios highlighting the application of the course content to solving clinical problems.
Assumed knowledge
HUBS1406 Human Bioscience for Nursing and Midwifery
Assessment items
Quiz: Online Tests
In Term Test: Mid Semester Exam
Formal Examination: Formal Examination
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lectorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Lecture-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Lecture-2
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- ZOOM
Semester 2 - 2024 - Gosford
Lectorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Lecture-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- ZOOM
Lecture-2
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Semester 2 - 2024 - Manning Base Hospital
Lectorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Lecture-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Lecture-2
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- ZOOM
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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