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HHSC147 Fundamentals of Health Science 2

Updated: 13 October 2011
Credit Points 6
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study
Armidale Summer Semester On Campus
Armidale Trimester 2 On Campus
Armidale Trimester 3 On Campus
Intensive School(s) None
Supervised Exam There is a UNE Supervised Examination held at the end of the teaching period in which you are enrolled.
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Restrictions HHSC137
Notes

This unit is available in the 2011/2012 Summer Semester commencing November 2011.

Combined Units None
Coordinator(s) Margaret Edgley (medgley2@une.edu.au)
Unit Description

In this unit students continue their study of the human body, begun in HHSC146, by examining the structures and functions of the integumentary and urinary systems, and the composition and functions of blood. They also further develop their knowledge and understanding of microorganisms and their control, study the basic principles of genetics, nutrition, pharmacology and immunology and continue to develop their practical and problem-solving skills.

Prescribed Material
Mandatory
Shrink Wrapped Package(s):

Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material

Human Anatomy and Physiology
ISBN: 9314994244311
Marieb, E.N. and Hoehn, K., Pearson Benjamin Cumming 8th ed. 2010
Note: Value pack of the text plus Mastering Anatomy and Physiology access card
Text refers to: Summer Semester and Trimester 2 , On Campus
Text(s):

Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material

Microbiology and Infection Control for Health Professionals
ISBN: 9781442501850
Lee, G. and Bishop, P., Pearson Australia 4th ed. 2009
Text refers to: Summer Semester and Trimesters 2 and 3 , On Campus
Disclaimer Unit information may be subject to change prior to commencement of the teaching period.
Assessment
Title Exam Length Weight Mode No. Words
Assignment 1 35% approx 2000
Assessment Notes
Online short answer questions It is mandatory to submit this component in order to pass this unit.
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 GA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6
Laboratory Work 5%
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1, 2, 3, 6 GA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6
Final Examination 2 hrs 60%
Assessment Notes
The final examination is mandatory.
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 GA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6

Learning Outcomes (LO) Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  1. describe the structures and functions of the human integumentary and urinary systems;
  2. describe the composition, formation and properties of blood, and its roles in the maintenance of body structures, functions and homeostasis;
  3. apply understanding of fundamental genetic principles to aspects of human heredity;
  4. discuss the rationale for dietary recommendations in terms of the sources and functions of food components, and the relationship between diet and health;
  5. apply an understanding of basic pharmacological principles to explain reasons for routes of drug administration, drug toxicity and drug dependence;
  6. use knowledge and understanding of microorganisms and host defences (including the immune system) to explain the characteristics of microbial and immunologically based diseases and the rationale for aspects of their prevention, diagnosis and treatment.

Graduate Attributes (GA)
Attribute Taught Assessed Practised
1 Knowledge of a Discipline
Demonstrate a sound knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology of the integumentary and rrinary systems, blood, genetics, nutrition, pharmacology, microbiology and immunology, at an introductory level.
True True True
2 Communication Skills
Demonstrate oral, written, numerical and graphic communication. Use the medium and form of communication appropriate for a given situation. Present well reasoned arguments.
True True True
3 Global Perspectives
Demonstrate an awareness of the global context of their discipline and professional area and function in a multicultural or global context.
True True
4 Information Literacy
Find, acquire, evaluate, manage and use information in a range of media.
True True True
5 Life-Long Learning
Understand the limitations of, and have the capacity to evaluate, their current knowledge. Identify, evaluate and implement personal learning strategies. Practise intellectual curiosity, creativity and critical thinking. Learn both independently and cooperatively. Learn new skills and apply learning to new and unexpected situations
True
6 Problem Solving
Conceptualize problems and formulate a range of solutions. Collect, collate and analyze relevant information to assist problem solving.
True True True
7 Social Responsibility
Acknowledge the social and ethical implications of their actions. Recognise social justice issues relevant to their discipline and professional area. Demonstrate responsibility to the community.
True True
8 Team Work
Work collaboratively and network effectively to solve problems. Take responsibility and carry out agreed tasks. Take initiative and lead others. Operate in a range of supportive roles within teams. Negotiate, assert their own values and respect the values and contributions of others.
True True
   

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