BIOS1170: Body Systems: Structure and Function (2011 - Semester 2)
| Unit: | BIOS1170: Body Systems: Structure and Function (6 CP) |
| Mode: | Normal-Day |
| On Offer: | Yes |
| Level: | Junior |
| Faculty/School: | Biomedical Science |
| Unit Coordinator/s: |
Dr Polson , Jaimie
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| Session options: | Semester 1, Semester 2 |
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| Campus: | Cumberland |
| Pre-Requisites: | None. |
| Prohibitions: | BIOS1127 Body Systems I, BIOS1133 Body Systems: Structure & Function I, BIOS2098 Body Systems: Structure & Function II, BIOS2099 Body Systems II and Pharmacology |
| Brief Handbook Description: | This unit will present the gross anatomy, functional histology, physiology and pathophysiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory and renal systems. Specific diseases of these systems that are commonly encountered in health care practice will be described. The unit will also cover the characteristics of the body's fluids and the concept of acid-base balance within the body. This unit includes laboratory classes at which human cadaveric material is studied; attendance at such classes is strongly encouraged. |
| Assumed Knowledge: | BIOS1167 Human Cell Biology or any Junior Biology unit of study |
| Timetable: | BIOS1170 Timetable | |||||||||||||||
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| T&L Activities: | This unit includes laboratory classes in which human cadavers are studied; attendance at such classes is strongly encouraged. Rules for the use of the Anatomy Laboratory (L 107) are as follows: • Only bona fide students of anatomy are permitted entry to the Anatomy Laboratory. Visitors are absolutely forbidden. • Student admission to the Anatomy Laboratory is for scheduled classes only. There is no admission at other times. Remember, you can always study in the Anatomy Museum (L 105). • White lab coats or other protective clothing should be worn, and personal identification must be carried at all times. • The use of gloves and forceps when handling specimens is strongly encouraged. • Photography, eating, drinking and smoking are strictly forbidden. • Proper respect must be shown to the human cadavers at all times. |
| Assessment Description: | Eight formative assessments, mid semester exam (30%), end semester exam (70%) |
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Note: Students are expected to have a personal copy of all books listed.
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