hbs101 introduction to human physiology
INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
HBS101
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, you will be introduced to the anatomical organisation of the body, the basics of cell structure and function, and the major tissue types. The fundamentals of the nervous and endocrine systems will then be explored in the context of mechanisms of physiological control. This information will provide the foundation for the study of the major organ systems of the body which includes the respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, digestive, skeletal muscle, and immune systems. The subject will conclude with the basics of nutrition and metabolism which integrates many of the topics covered throughout the subject. In addition, you may be offered the opportunity to engage in guided independent learning throughout the semester to extend their level of knowledge in the topic areas described above.
SchoolLife Sciences (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorDeanna Horvath
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted in one of the following courses: HBFN, HBFNX, HOUA.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsHBS1HBA
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsThis subject is offered via Open Universities Australia. La Trobe University students can undertake this subject as part of a cross institutional enrolment under certain circumstances, and must seek approval from their Home Course Coordinator, with secondary approval from the Bachelor of Food and Nutrition Course Coordinator for eligibility. Due to the nature of the subject content and online delivery, enrolments are generally not permitted past the published OUA close of application date for the study period.
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorTortora, G.J. Derrickson, B. Burkett, B. Peoples, G. Dye, D. Cooke, J. Diversi, T. McKean, M. Samalia, L. Mellifont, R.
Year2019
Edition/Volume2nd Edition
PublisherJohn Wiley & Sons. Milton, QLD
ISBN9780730354987
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Source locationN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
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Subject options
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On-Line, 2020, OUA study period 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDeanna Horvath
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 10 - 22
Eight 2.00 hours lecture/workshop per study period on weekdays at night from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Online synchronous sessions
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 22 - 22
Twelve 2.00 hours scheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 22 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Weekly drop in chat sessions
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 7.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
New topic each week with online learning activities
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 x Online assessment task 1 hour(1000 word total equiv)Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
4 x 20 min module quizzes (1400 word total equiv)Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
1 x 10 minute Video Presentation with associated reports (equivalent to 1500 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO3, SILO4 |
On-Line, 2020, OUA study period 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDeanna Horvath
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 23 - 34
Eight 2.00 hours lecture/workshop per study period on weekdays at night from week 23 to week 34 and delivered via online.
Online synchronous sessions
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 23 - 34
Twelve 2.00 hours scheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 23 to week 34 and delivered via online.
Weekly drop in chat session
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 23 - 34
One 7.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 23 to week 34 and delivered via online.
New topic each week with online learning activities
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 x Online assessment task 1 hour(1000 word total equiv)Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
4 x 20 min module quizzes (1400 word total equiv)Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
1 x 10 minute Video Presentation with associated reports (equivalent to 1500 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO3, SILO4 |
On-Line, 2020, OUA study period 3, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDeanna Horvath
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 36 - 47
Eight 2.00 hours lecture/workshop per study period on weekdays at night from week 36 to week 47 and delivered via online.
Online synchronous sessions
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 36 - 47
Twelve 2.00 hours scheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 36 to week 47 and delivered via online.
weekly drop in chat session
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 36 - 47
One 7.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 36 to week 47 and delivered via online.
New topic each week with online learning activities
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 x Online assessment task 1 hour(1000 word total equiv)Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
4 x 20 min module quizzes (1400 word total equiv)Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
1 x 10 minute Video Presentation with associated reports (equivalent to 1500 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO3, SILO4 |
On-Line, 2020, OUA study period 4, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDeanna Horvath
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 0 - 49
Eight 2.00 hours lecture/workshop per study period on any day including weekend at night from week 0 to week 49 and delivered via online.
Online synchronous sessions
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 0 - 49
Twelve 2.00 hours scheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 0 to week 49 and delivered via online.
Weekly drop in chat sessions
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 0 - 49
One 7.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 0 to week 49 and delivered via online.
New topic each week with online learning activities
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 x Online assessment task 1 hour(1000 word total equiv)Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
4 x 20 min module quizzes (1400 word total equiv)Actively apply the foundational knowledge. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
1 x 10 minute Video Presentation with associated reports (equivalent to 1500 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO3, SILO4 |