Available in 2024
Course code

HUBS1416

Units

10 units

Level

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

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