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<p>This unit consolidates on basic anatomy and physiology studies undertaken in first year units and explores these in more detail with an emphasis on disease processes and disease states in each system. How and why normal structure and function are disrupted is examined in detail with particular focus on common diseases. Abnormal anatomy and physiology are explored from histological levels through to gross levels, exploring disease processes that explain how and why any given set of symptoms for a particular disease occur. This unit focuses on an introduction to disease processes, immune system and disease, cancer biology, reproductive systems, nervous system, musculoskeletal system and haematological system.</p>
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<p>This unit uses a systems approach to provide advanced learning in anatomy and physiology to build on basic knowledge obtained in first year. Understanding of the normal structure and function of the human body are consolidated and then extended to include examples of disease pathology affecting the major organ systems.</p>
<p>•Disease processes</p>
<p>•Immune system and inflammation </p>
<p>•Biology of cancer</p>
<p>•Reproductive systems</p>
<p>•Nervous system</p>
<p>•Musculoskeletal system</p>
<p>•Haematological system</p>
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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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Unit description
<p>This unit consolidates on basic anatomy and physiology studies undertaken in first year units and explores these in more detail with an emphasis on disease processes and disease states in each system. How and why normal structure and function are disrupted is examined in detail with particular focus on common diseases. Abnormal anatomy and physiology are explored from histological levels through to gross levels, exploring disease processes that explain how and why any given set of symptoms for a particular disease occur. This unit focuses on an introduction to disease processes, immune system and disease, cancer biology, reproductive systems, nervous system, musculoskeletal system and haematological system.</p>
Unit content
<p>This unit uses a systems approach to provide advanced learning in anatomy and physiology to build on basic knowledge obtained in first year. Understanding of the normal structure and function of the human body are consolidated and then extended to include examples of disease pathology affecting the major organ systems.</p> <p>•Disease processes</p> <p>•Immune system and inflammation </p> <p>•Biology of cancer</p> <p>•Reproductive systems</p> <p>•Nervous system</p> <p>•Musculoskeletal system</p> <p>•Haematological system</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
019901 - Medical Science
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning</p></p> <p><strong>Teaching Period 2</strong><p>Federation University Online</p></p> <p><strong>Teaching Period 4</strong><p>Federation University Online</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/scmed2010">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p>must have completed <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=SCBIO1020" target="_blank">SCBIO1020</a> OR must have completed <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=HEALT1121" target="_blank">HEALT1121</a>/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=HEALT1122" target="_blank">HEALT1122</a> OR must have completed <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=SCBFN1001" target="_blank">SCBFN1001</a>/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=SCBFN1002" target="_blank">SCBFN1002</a></p>
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None
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None
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Learning outcomes
<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>Explain and differentiate normal anatomical and physiological processes to pathological changes underlying major disease states.</p>
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<p>Analyse disease aetiology and related mechanisms to interpret clinical manifestations and disease progression.</p>
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<p>Apply scientific reasoning to practical investigations and case studies to draw evidence-based conclusions about pathological conditions. </p>
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<p> Critically evaluate and synthesise relevant information from scientific literature and laboratory data to inform understanding of disease processes.</p>
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<p>Effectively communicate scientific interpretations and solutions relating to pathophysiological problems using appropriate oral and written formats.</p>
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<p>Demonstrate professional and ethical standards in laboratory and collaborative environments, including the safe and sustainable handling of specimens and data.</p>
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<p>Students will complete oral and/or written assessment during practical/case study activities addressing their competency and comprehension of the content being explored.</p>
<p>Practical/case study activities with oral and/or written tasks</p>
<p>50-60%</p>
1, 2, 3, 6
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<p>Students will complete quizzes during semester testing their knowledge of the unit content</p>
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<p>5-10%</p>
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<p>Students will be tested on their knowledge of the unit material at the end of semester.</p>
<p>End of semester oral test</p>
<p>30-40%</p>
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
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.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</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 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</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 Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
019901 - Medical Science
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning</p></p> <p><strong>Teaching Period 2</strong><p>Federation University Online</p></p> <p><strong>Teaching Period 4</strong><p>Federation University Online</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/scmed2010">View unit fees</a>
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