NATS 1023 Introduction to Physiology
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 301353
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Description From 2020 this unit replaces 300818 - Introduction to Physiology. This unit introduces the concept of homeostasis and critically examines examples of how the body systems are regulated and homeostatically controlled. The unit uses a body-systems approach to examine the physiology of tissues, organs and systems in order to develop an integrated view of the regulated functioning of the human body.
School Science
Discipline Medical Science
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 1 subject
Equivalent Subjects NATS 1017 - Introduction to Human Physiology LGYA 6186 - Physiology 1 BIOS 1026 - Introduction to Physiology (WSTC) BIOS 1025 - Introduction to Physiology
Incompatible Subjects BIOS 1022 - Introduction to Human Biology
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorial worksheets and prac quizzes (5% each) | 5 tutorial worksheets and 2 practical quizzes | 30 | N | Individual |
| Prac report and marking of example prac report | 30 | N | Individual | |
| Participation at tutorial and practicals | no attendance/participation threshold required | 10 | N | Individual |
| Final Exam | 1 hour | 30 | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/uwsau/reader.action?docID=5187614&query=human+anatomy+and+physiology
Teaching Periods