Courses & Units
Fundamentals of Bioscience CXA107
Hobart, Launceston, Rozelle - Sydney
Introduction
The content of Fundamentals of Bioscience is based on the structural organisation of the human body and the general functions of the body systems, with particular emphasis on the relationship between structure and function. Major concepts of human biology are introduced in the initial weeks and these concepts are then contextualised in the functional anatomy of circulatory, respiratory, nervous, musculoskeletal, digestive and renal systems, in subsequent weeks. Basic concepts of microorganisms, their prevalence in the environment, and their interactions with the human body are also explored.
Summary
| Unit name | Fundamentals of Bioscience |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CXA107 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Health Sciences |
| Discipline | Health Sciences |
| Coordinator | Mr Darren Henstridge |
| Teaching staff | Mr Jonathan Teoh|Ms Kylie Hoffman|Ms Sally Farrington |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Rozelle - Sydney | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 12/7/2021 | 10/8/2021 | 30/8/2021 | 17/10/2021 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Communicate biological information in writing using discipline specific language.
- Identify, describe and explain the normal structure and function of the human body.
- Describe and explain the interactions between microbes, their environment and human structure and function.
- Integrate data from clinical scenarios and learning resources to differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomy and general functions.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010913 | $993.00 | $993.00 | not applicable | $2,354.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Practical – 120 minutes each week Tutorial – 60 minutes each week for Launceston students (Bachelor of Education HPE) in lieu of face to face lectures. |
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| Assessment | Quizzes (10%)|Anatomy Laboratory Examination. (20%)|Examination (50%)|Short Answer Questions (20%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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