Course overview
The aim of this course is to introduce the anatomical structures and physiological functions of the human body. Students will investigate the relationships between normal structure and function in human cells, tissues and organs, and how they work together to keep us alive. Course content is divided into three modules: Cells and Tissues; Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems; Nervous and Musculoskeletal Systems. As well as introducing students to gross anatomical structure and physiological processes, emphasis is placed on developing skills in critical analysis and communication of scientific information relevant to the study of humans. This course aligns with the Health and Biomedical Programs’ intent to provide foundational understanding of anatomical and physiological concepts.
- Cells and Tissues
- Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems
- Nervous and Musculoskeletal Systems
Course learning outcomes
- Identify and describe the basic anatomical structures and physiological functions of major organ systems using specific anatomical and physiological language.
- Explain the fundamental biological processes of physiological systems essential for maintaining homeostasis and their limitations.
- Apply fundamental anatomical and physiological knowledge to clinical scenarios and current health topics.
- Apply scientific skills to acquire, interpret and analyse information, to contextualise and communicate scientific information.
- Respectfully contribute to a learning environment and develop skills necessary for ongoing independent and collaborative learning.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 25874
Section PR10
Size 85
Available 81
Class number 31215
Section PR09
Size 85
Available 76
Class number 31216
Section PR08
Size 85
Available 74
Class number 31217
Section PR07
Size 85
Available 78
Class number 31218
Section PR06
Size 85
Available 81
Class number 31219
Section PR05
Size 85
Available 74
Class number 31220
Section PR04
Size 85
Available 79
Class number 31221
Section PR02
Size 85
Available 79
Class number 31222
Section PR01
Size 85
Available 85
Class number 26660
Section FR01
Size 500
Available 461
Class number 26661
Section FR02
Size 420
Available 411
Class number 27672
Section FR03
Size 200
Available 190
Class number 26652
Section WS10
Size 90
Available 84
Class number 26656
Section WS05
Size 90
Available 80
Class number 26657
Section WS04
Size 90
Available 88
Class number 29522
Section WS01
Size 110
Available 102
Class number 29523
Section WS09
Size 90
Available 75
Class number 32825
Section WS11
Size 70
Available 69
Class number 33329
Section WS15
Size 90
Available 84
Class number 33330
Section WS14
Size 90
Available 81
Class number 33332
Section WS12
Size 90
Available 89
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 66918
Section PR05
Size 40
Available 39
Class number 66919
Section PR04
Size 40
Available 36
Class number 66920
Section PR03
Size 40
Available 40
Class number 66921
Section PR02
Size 40
Available 39
Class number 66922
Section PR01
Size 40
Available 39
Class number 61721
Section FR01
Size 250
Available 247
Class number 61722
Section FR02
Size 200
Available 196
Class number 61723
Section WS03
Size 90
Available 86
Class number 61725
Section WS01
Size 90
Available 90
Class number 68756
Section WS04
Size 120
Available 118
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