Key facts
UNE unit code: ANAT110
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- Trimester 1 - Online
- Yes
- Yes
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
Human anatomy is the study of the human body’s structure and how this contributes to its function.
This unit provides you with an introduction to the study of human anatomy, which is essential background knowledge for further study in many areas related to human health.
Through theoretical and practical examples, you will explore a range of the topics including the terminology used to describe the human body, skeletal and musculoskeletal tissues, and the nervous, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular and respiratory systems. This unit has a focus on musculoskeletal anatomy.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
| Start | Finish | Duration | Attendance | Offerings | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 April 2024 | 25 April 2024 | 4 days | Mandatory Intensive School | All offerings |
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Notes
The School of Science and Technology considers all practical / laboratory activities as essential to student learning.
Attendance and participation in all practical / laboratory classes (sessions) is mandatory - exemptions will not be granted without supporting evidence.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- acquire common terminology used for describing human anatomy and appropriately apply this to a range of contexts;
- identify the components of, and analyse the organisation of, the major systems of the human body;
- locate major components of the body systems on cadaveric specimens, anatomical models, radiographic images, diagrams or photographs (print or electronic media) and evaluate the utility of these techniques in anatomy; and
- demonstrate an understanding of how the structural organisation of biological tissues influences function with a particular emphasis on the musculoskeletal system.
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 3 | Yes | All offerings | Practicals. The School of Science and Technology considers all practical / laboratory activities as essential to student learning. Attendance and participation in all practical / laboratory classes (sessions) is mandatory - exemptions will not be granted without supporting evidence. | |
| Online Quizzes | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Five online, unsupervised quizzes covering each of the major body systems covered within the unit. |
| Practical Examination | Yes | 30% | All offerings | Mid-trimester practical examination of 60 minutes duration. It is mandatory to pass this component in order to pass this unit. |
| Final Examination | Yes | 50% | All offerings | It is mandatory to pass this component in order to pass the 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: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology: 3rd Asia-Pacific Edition + Wiley eText
ISBN: 9780730392002
Tortora, G.J. and Derrickson, B.H. et al., Wiley Direct 23rd ed. 2021
Text refers to: All offerings
Note: Recommended material is held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
Atlas of Skeletal Muscles
ISBN: 9780071316682
Stone, R.J. and Stone, J.A., McGraw-Hill 7th ed. 2011
Text refers to: All offerings
Manual of Structural Kinesiology
ISBN: 9781266224652
Floyd, R.T., McGraw-Hill 22nd ed. 2023
Text refers to: All offerings
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