Key facts
UNE unit code: PSIO331
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- Trimester 1 - Online
- Trimester 3 - Online
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
Whether you are interested in human medicine, or another field of the life or animal sciences, this unit introduces you to key concepts of the anatomy and function of the human endocrine and reproductive systems.
Our understanding in the field is informed by knowledge gained from animal models, thus an understanding of the physiological differences and similarities within mammals is invaluable, regardless of your discipline.
Focusing on human endocrinology and reproductive physiology, you will learn basic histology and anatomy of endocrine glands and reproductive organs. The unit also provides insights into diseases occurring as a result of disruption or lesions to the endocrine system.
The unit offers opportunities extend your understanding of experimental design, honing your scientific thinking, data analysis and writing skills as you critically review and summarise current literature.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | Online |
| Trimester 3 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
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Unit coordinator(s)
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- discuss endocrinology and reproductive physiology coherently and at an advanced level;
- critically analyse data and sythesise the results into a succinct summary; and
- demonstrate an understanding of experimental design by critically reviewing the literature in reproductive physiology and endocrinology, and applying these principles to identify the mechanisms of hormone action.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 - Online quizzes | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Four short online theory quizzes with multiple choice questions. To complete this unit, students must attempt and submit these quizzes. |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 25% | All offerings | Eight online practical tasks with multiple choice questions plus short answer questions. |
| Assessment 3 | Yes | 15% | All offerings | Short Literature Summary. To complete this unit, students must attempt and submit this assessment.
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| Final Examination - Assurance Task | Yes | 50% | All offerings | It is mandatory to pass this examination in order to pass this unit. There is a supervised exam at the end of the teaching period in which you are enrolled. The exam will be offered online with supervision via webcam and screen sharing technology. Coordinated by UNE Exams Unit |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Recommended material may be held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
Endocrine and Reproductive Physiology
ISBN: 9780323595735
White, B.A. and Porterfield, S.P., Mosby 5th ed. 2018
Text refers to: All offerings
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