Undergraduate LTU-HBS101-2021
Introduction to Human Physiology
$993 $0
Your upfront cost: $0
Duration
13 weeks
Study method
100% online
Available loans
- HECS-HELP
- FEE-HELP
Assessments
100% online
Prior study
Not required
Study terms
- 30 Nov 2020
- 01 Mar 2021
- 31 May 2021
- 30 Aug 2021
- 29 Nov 2021
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QS RANKING 2021
21
Times Higher Education Ranking 2021
13
Subject details
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- relate the structural organisation of the human body to whole body function;
- explain how cellular activity contributes to the function of organs and the body as a whole;
- explain how a given body system contributes to homeostasis under normal conditions;
- interpret scientific information presented as tables, graphs and diagrams and communicate using correct physiological terminology.
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- Introduction to the Human Body
- Cell Structure and Function
- Movement of Molecules
- Nervous System
- Homeostasis and Endocrine
- The Heart
- Cardiovascular System
- Respiratory System
- Digestion and Metabolism
- Renal System
- Reproductive System
- Acid Base
No eligibility requirements
Special requirements
- OtherDetails - This subject is offered via Open Universities Australia. Late enrolments are generally not permitted past the published OUA close of application date for the study period. For students not enrolled in the prerequisite courses, you may be able to undertake these subjects with approval from your home course coordinator, please contact Ask La Trobe for assistance with this request.
In this subject, you will be introduced to the anatomical organisation of the body, the basics of cell structure and function, and the major tissue types. The fundamentals of the nervous and endocrine systems will then be explored in the context of mechanisms of physiological control and homeostasis. This information will provide the foundation for the study of the major organ systems of the body which includes the respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, digestive, reproductive, skeletal muscle, and immune systems. The subject will conclude with the basics of nutrition and metabolism which integrates many of the topics covered throughout the subject. In addition, you may be offered the opportunity to engage in guided independent learning throughout the study period to extend your level of knowledge in the topic areas described above.
Please note: this subject was previously known as Human Biosciences A.
- 2 x online assessments (2500 word total equiv) (70%)
- 4 x 20 min module quizzes and reflections (1400 word total equiv) (30%)
Textbook information is pending.