| Assessment |
| Title |
Exam Length |
Weight |
Mode |
No. Words |
| Assignment 1 |
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20%
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approx 1000 |
| Assessment Notes |
| Online short answers and multiple choice questions.
It is mandatory to submit this assignment. |
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
GA: 1, 2, 4, 6 |
| Assignment 2 |
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20%
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approx 1000 |
| Assessment Notes |
| Online short answers and multiple choice questions.
It is mandatory to submit this assignment. |
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
GA: 1, 2, 4, 6 |
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| Final Examination |
2 hrs
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60%
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| Assessment Notes |
| The final examination is mandatory.
Note: To satisfactorily complete the unit, i.e. to achieve a passing grade, the student must attempt, submit and perform satisfactorily in all assessment tasks. |
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
GA: 1, 2, 4, 6 |
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| Learning Outcomes (LO) |
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
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describe the major components and functions of the body systems and their interrelationships;
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explain the importance of homeostasis, and its maintenance by feedback systems in health and disease;
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describe the major characteristics of biologically important molecules, especially in relation to their functions in the body and make appropriate use of basic chemical terminology;
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identify the major structures and functions of the cell and body tissues, and describe the movement of particles across membranes;
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apply this knowledge and understanding to the structures and functions of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, respiratory, urinary, and musculoskeletal systems; as well as blood, immunity and nutrition;
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interpret observations of body structure and functions, and physical and chemical phenomena.
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| Graduate Attributes (GA) |
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Attribute |
Taught |
Assessed |
Practised |
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Knowledge of a Discipline
Knowledge of the discipline is a key learning outcome. Students will develop a basic knowledge and understanding of cells, tissues, body fluids, and organ systems, and the underlying chemical and physical principles. This knowledge and understanding will be applied to the structures and functions of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, respiratory, urinary, and musculoskeletal systems.
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Communication Skills
Communication skills are practised through participation in the Discussions and in preparation of written assessments.
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Global Perspectives
Global perspective is included through readings and is important for students to recognise.
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Information Literacy
The unit involves skills in on-line learning, literature and information technology. Accessing information from a variety of sources is practised in preparation of assignments and assessed through these assignments.
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Life-Long Learning
This unit encourages beginning undergraduate students to develop lifelong learning skills, which contribute to ongoing personal and professional development.
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Problem Solving
The problem solving and critical thinking skills relevant to the unit content will be taught through the printed unit materials, practised through completion of activities in the Study Guide and by participation in discussions.
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Social Responsibility
Students will develop social responsibility in their professional lives by respecting and acknowledging ideas and knowledge of others. The unit includes components of social implications and ethics.
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Team Work
Ability to interact effectively with others is an important part of the unit.
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