Courses & Units
Anatomy and Physiology for Health Care 1 CXA133
Cradle Coast, Hobart, Launceston, Rozelle - Sydney
Introduction
In Anatomy and Physiology for Health Care 1, you will begin learning the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the human body, focusing on the contributions of the integumentary, immune, digestive, urinary and musculoskeletal systems to health and wellbeing across the lifespan. Interrelationships between these and other organ systems for maintaining homeostasis and performing activities of living will be emphasised, along with the relevance of concepts to aspects of health care. You will have opportunities to apply your knowledge as you analyse health care scenarios and will expand your vocabulary (as is used within health care settings) for effectively communicating biological information. The foundation knowledge and critical thinking skills that you develop in this unit will support your clinical reasoning and ongoing learning in other units within your course and your practice as a health professional.
Summary
| Unit name | Anatomy and Physiology for Health Care 1 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CXA133 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Health Sciences |
| Discipline | Health Sciences |
| Coordinator | Ms Kylie Hoffman |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Nursing Study Period 1 | On-Campus | International International | Domestic Domestic | |
| Launceston | Nursing Study Period 1 | On-Campus | International International | Domestic Domestic | |
| Cradle Coast | Nursing Study Period 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Rozelle - Sydney | Nursing Study Period 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Study Period 1 | 8/2/2021 | 24/2/2021 | 21/3/2021 | 30/4/2021 |
* 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
- Relate structures of the integumentary, immune, digestive, urinary and musculoskeletal systems of the body to their functions, including variations across the lifespan.
- Explain the complementary relationships between the integumentary, immune, digestive, urinary, musculoskeletal and other relevant organ systems to maintain homeostasis, health and wellbeing.
- Analyse healthcare scenarios to differentiate between normal and altered structure and function of the integumentary, immune, digestive, urinary and musculoskeletal systems.
- Communicate information related to the structure and function of the integumentary, immune, digestive, urinary and musculoskeletal systems using scientific and clinical terminology.
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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Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Intensive teaching practicals – 2 hours (1 week), 3 hours (3 weeks), independent learning 10 hours per week. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Test or quiz (10%)|Examination - take home (50%)|Log/Workbook (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Amerman, EC 2019, Human anatomy and physiology (2nd global edition), Pearson, Essex. |
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| Recommended | Reading Lists provide direct access to many unit readings in one place. This includes eReadings and items in Reserve. You can access the Reading List for this unit from the link in MyLO, or by going to the Reading Lists page on the University Library website. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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