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Anatomy and Physiology of the Head, Neck and Thorax unit (CXA112)

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Introduction

In this unit, you will develop foundational knowledge of the embryological development, anatomy and physiology of systems involved in speech, voice, swallowing, respiration and hearing. You will examine the relationships between structures of the head, neck and thorax, neurological organisation, and physiological processes that support these functions.
You will relate anatomical structures and physiological processes to their contribution to typical and atypical function, and analyse the effects of developmental, anatomical and physiological disruption. Through structured examples and case scenarios, you will apply foundational bioscience knowledge to explain typical and atypical presentations associated with speech, voice, swallowing, respiration and hearing.
 

Summary

Unit name Anatomy and Physiology of the Head, Neck and Thorax
Unit code CXA112
Credit points 12.5
College/School Health
School of Health Sciences
Discipline Health Sciences
Coordinator Doctor Romany Martin
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Introductory

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Online Semester 1 This unit is available through off-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students Available to Domestic Students
Online Semester 2 This unit is available through off-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students Available to Domestic Students
  • Key:
  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 2 05/07/2027 27/07/2027 30/08/2027 24/10/2027
Semester 1 22/02/2027 16/03/2027 19/04/2027 13/06/2027

* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Explain relationships between embryological development and the formation of systems supporting speech, voice, swallowing, hearing and respiration to identify functional implications of developmental disruption.
  • Describe the anatomical structures involved in speaking, voice, swallowing, respiration and hearing, and explain their contribution to typical and atypical function.
  • Explain the physiological processes involved in speaking, voice, swallowing, respiration and hearing and analyse their contribution to typical and atypical function.
  • Apply knowledge of anatomical structures and physiological processes to explain typical and atypical presentations of speech, voice, swallowing, respiration and hearing in case scenarios.

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
061707 $1,235.00 $1,235.00 not applicable
  • 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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Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Online learning activities (3hrs x weekly), Self  Directed Learning (7hrs x weekly)

AssessmentCase or problem activated learning Report (30%)|Quizzes (30%)|Final Exam (40%)
TimetableView the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required

The textbook for this unit is Seikel, J. A., Drumright, D. G., & Hudock, D. J. (2023). Anatomy & physiology for speech, language, and hearing (Vol. 1). Plural Publishing.
This textbook may also be very useful when you progress to the Masters of Speech Pathology. You can access it through the UTAS library website (limited online copies available) or purchase your own copy through the publisher’s website pluralpublishing.com, using the code ST15 to get a 15% discount.
Recommended

Please refer to your reading list for required readings. You will be directed to the recommended readings as you work through each topic in Mylo.

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