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EXSCI1801 - Anatomy & Physiology for Human Movement 1
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<p>This unit is one of two units that provide foundational knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to health and human movement professions. In this unit, the biological basis of health, human movement, and the working of the human body will be explored. The major themes of study relate to organisation of the body and explores anatomy and physiology from cells, to tissues, to organs, and the interrelationships between structure and function of body systems including neuromusculoskeletal integration & control, role of joint complexes in human movement, and the homeostatic and adaptive functions of the digestive and metabolic systems during rest and human movement settings. The unit examines human physiological processes and their integration and control with particular focus on the maintenance of normal body function and human movement settings. An integrated whole body approach using human movement scenarios provides practical learning opportunities and allows scrutiny of structural and physiological changes across the lifespan. Topics include organisation of the human body from chemical and cellular basics to body systems; the maintenance of homeostasis; the structure and function of the neuromusculoskeletal system; the structure and the major integrative functions of the digestive and metabolic systems.</p>
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<p>This unit will focus on concepts such as:</p><ul><li>Introduction to the Human Body, Organisation and Cavities</li><li>Cells, Tissues and Homeostasis</li><li>Introduction to the Musculoskeletal System: Bone Tissue, Axial and Appendicular Skeleton, Muscle Tissue, Macroscopic and Molecular Structure of skeletal muscle</li><li>Articular System and the structure and function of joints complexes</li><li>Identification of gross and surface anatomical structures of the musculoskeletal and human movement systems.</li><li>Nervous System: Neural Tissue, The Synapse and Transmission</li><li>Central Nervous System: The Brain & Spinal Cord</li><li>Peripheral Nervous System: Somatic Nerves, ANS & Reflexes</li><li>Digestive system: Structural Aspects, Nutrition, Digestive and Metabolic Processes</li></ul>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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<p>This unit is one of two units that provide foundational knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to health and human movement professions. In this unit, the biological basis of health, human movement, and the working of the human body will be explored. The major themes of study relate to organisation of the body and explores anatomy and physiology from cells, to tissues, to organs, and the interrelationships between structure and function of body systems including neuromusculoskeletal integration & control, role of joint complexes in human movement, and the homeostatic and adaptive functions of the digestive and metabolic systems during rest and human movement settings. The unit examines human physiological processes and their integration and control with particular focus on the maintenance of normal body function and human movement settings. An integrated whole body approach using human movement scenarios provides practical learning opportunities and allows scrutiny of structural and physiological changes across the lifespan. Topics include organisation of the human body from chemical and cellular basics to body systems; the maintenance of homeostasis; the structure and function of the neuromusculoskeletal system; the structure and the major integrative functions of the digestive and metabolic systems.</p>
Unit content
<p>This unit will focus on concepts such as:</p><ul><li>Introduction to the Human Body, Organisation and Cavities</li><li>Cells, Tissues and Homeostasis</li><li>Introduction to the Musculoskeletal System: Bone Tissue, Axial and Appendicular Skeleton, Muscle Tissue, Macroscopic and Molecular Structure of skeletal muscle</li><li>Articular System and the structure and function of joints complexes</li><li>Identification of gross and surface anatomical structures of the musculoskeletal and human movement systems.</li><li>Nervous System: Neural Tissue, The Synapse and Transmission</li><li>Central Nervous System: The Brain & Spinal Cord</li><li>Peripheral Nervous System: Somatic Nerves, ANS & Reflexes</li><li>Digestive system: Structural Aspects, Nutrition, Digestive and Metabolic Processes</li></ul>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Exercise & Sport Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
010913 - Human Biology
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Blended Delivery - Berwick (Blended)</p><p>Blended Delivery - Gippsland (Blended)</p><p>Centre for HE Studies (Other)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/exsci1801">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p>must not have completed <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=HEALT1111" target="_blank">HEALT1111</a></p>
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<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Identify and describe the various levels and organisation of human anatomical structure and physiological function, including the chemical and cellular composition of relevant body systems, such as musculoskeletal, central and peripheral nervous, digestive, and metabolic systems of the human body. </p>
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<p>Explain the physiological processes that contribute to homeostasis, including the integration of the musculoskeletal, nervous (central and peripheral), digestive, and metabolic systems, and their responses to human movement. </p>
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<p>Identify and describe the gross anatomy and surface musculoskeletal structures, including joint complexes, of the human body and their role in human movement of the upper body. </p>
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<p>Apply correct anatomical terms to describe anatomical structure, position, movement, body regions, direction, and body planes. </p>
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<p>Apply foundational knowledge and skills in human anatomy and physiology to human movement contexts, and make accurate observations of anatomical structures and physiological responses during normal function and movement. </p>
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<p>Describe the major anatomical changes during growth and development across the lifespan and how they relate to health and human movement. </p>
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<p>Laboratory Session Attendance and Participation: Students attend and actively participate in 90% of scheduled laboratory classes. Active participation can involve undertaking practical activities, analysing scenarios, engaging in class discussion, generating and collating data and completing worksheets to address their competency and comprehension of the work being undertaken.</p>
<p>90% attendance at active learning sessions.</p>
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<p>Lab Manual Completion: In accordance with active participation in lab classes, students are to complete a Lab Manual to display and develop proficiency in study strategies that promote knowledge acquisition and retention.</p><p>For Blended Students, this will also involve satisfactory preparation for fortnightly tutorials/workshops.</p>
<p>90% completion of workbook to a satisfactory standard.</p>
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1, 2, 3, 4, 5
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<p>Laboratory and associated online content - Online test or quizzes covering all learning outcomes, completed mid-semester (test) or during semester (quizzes).</p>
<p>Online Test/Online Quizzes.</p>
<p>10-30%</p>
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<p>Laboratory and associated online content - practical based exam completed during the end of semester exam period.</p>
<p>Practical Exam.</p>
<p>30-50%</p>
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<p>Laboratory and associated online content - Theoretical-based exam covering all learning outcomes, completed during the end of semester exam period.</p>
<p>Theory Exam.</p>
<p>30-50%</p>
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Exercise & Sport Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
010913 - Human Biology
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Blended Delivery - Berwick (Blended)</p><p>Blended Delivery - Gippsland (Blended)</p><p>Centre for HE Studies (Other)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/exsci1801">View unit fees</a>
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