NATS 2034 Human Systems Physiology 1

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Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 301269

Coordinator Ben Perry Opens in new window

Description This subject builds upon the core concepts and terminology introduced in Concepts in Physiology, focussing on the function of body organ systems, exploring the knowledge of how these organ systems are regulated, integrated, and function within the human body. The focus will be on the muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory and endocrine organ systems. Students will collect, interpret and analyse data to develop an understanding of the physiological responses of the human body.

School Science

Discipline Medical Science

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject

Pre-requisite(s) NATS 1009 - Human Anatomy and Physiology 1

Incompatible Subjects BIOS 1025 - Introduction to Physiology
BIOS1022 - 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.

Type Length Percent Threshold Individual/Group Task
Quiz 30 minutes each 45 N Individual
Participation Duration of practical class (2 hrs) 10 N Group
Report 1,000 words 30 N Individual
Presentation 3-5 minutes 15 N Group

Prescribed Texts

  • Amerman, E, 2019, Human anatomy & physiology (Second edition; Global ed.), Pearson ISBN: 9781292260174

Teaching Periods