Anatomy and Physiology

BIO10004 12.5 Credit Points Hawthorn Available to incoming Study Abroad and Exchange students

Duration

  • One Semester or equivalent
     

Contact hours

  • 48 hours

On-campus unit delivery combines face-to-face and digital learning.

2023 teaching periods

Hawthorn

Higher Ed. Semester 1		 Hawthorn

Higher Ed. Semester 2

Dates:
27 Feb 23 - 28 May 23

Results:
4 Jul 23

Last self enrolment:
12 Mar 23

Census:
31 Mar 23

Last withdraw without fail:
14 Apr 23

Dates:
31 Jul 23 - 29 Oct 23

Results:
5 Dec 23

Last self enrolment:
13 Aug 23

Census:
31 Aug 23

Last withdraw without fail:
15 Sep 23

Prerequisites

Equivalent
 
Introductory Physiology (HET102)

Aims and objectives

This unit introduces students to fundamental concepts in human anatomy and physiology. It provides an introduction to anatomical structures and functions of organ systems in the human body, and examines these in normal and abnormal functioning. The unit also aims to develop basic laboratory skills and safety practices.
 
Unit Learning Outcomes (ULO)
 
On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:
 
1. Locate and identify anatomical structures in the human body
2. Differentiate between levels of organization in biological systems and apply this knowledge to anatomical and physiological concepts
3. Explain the functions of organs and organ systems and their roles in normal body function
4. Differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology