Human Physiology unit (CHP207)

Hobart

Introduction

Human Physiology (CHP207) builds on first year Biology-based units and gives you an understanding of the function of the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and nervous systems and their integration and interaction in the human body. You will learn how to collect and interpret relevant information in order to develop logical ways of dealing with problems associated with the function and control of physiological systems. In addition, you are given the opportunity to develop your analytical, written and computer literacy skills. Human Physiology includes a practical component which emphasizes and expands on key concepts delivered in the online content.

Summary

Unit name	Human Physiology
Unit code	CHP207
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Health School of Medicine
Discipline	Medicine
Coordinator	Associate Professor Renee Ross
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Intermediate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 1

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	23/02/2026	17/03/2026	20/04/2026	14/06/2026

* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Describe the physiological principles and mechanisms that underpin human function
• Apply physiological principles to human health and disease
• Analyse physiological data and draw evidence-based conclusions about physiological function
• Present physiological data in written scientific format
• Communicate physiological concepts and experimental findings using appropriate scientific language and format

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
019901	$1,192.00	$1,192.00	not applicable	$2,862.00

• 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

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² Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
³ Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
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Requisites

Prerequisites

((CHG105 AND CHG106) OR (KZA161 AND KPZ164) OR (CZZ101 AND CZZ102))

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Independent Learning 3 hours weekly; Workshop 1 hour weekly; Self-directed study 3-4 hours weekly; Practical 2 hours weekly
Assessment	Practical Workbook (5%)|Quiz (10%)|Mid-Semester Test (20%)|Report (25%)|Written examination paper (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings and other resources will be provided through MyLO.
Recommended	You can access the reading list for this unit from the link in MyLO or by going directly to the reading lists page on the University Library website.

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