Credits: 25
This unit serves as an introduction to the human body and key organ systems. It begins with anatomical terminology and the relationships between body cells, tissues and organs. Key cell processes such as respiration, protein synthesis, and cell division will be covered. Students will then explore the basic function and control of the circulatory, respiratory, digestive and excretory systems, and how these systems contribute to the changing needs of the human body. The unit includes exploration of the lymphatic and immune systems and how they provide defence against microorganisms. Students will investigate the maintenance of homeostasis and the governance of body systems by the nervous and endocrine systems.
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| Face-to-face (on campus) | Face-to-face (on campus) |
The tuition pattern provides details of the types of classes and their duration. This is to be used as a guide only. Precise information is included in the unit outline.
| Type | Duration |
| Lecture | 2 hours weekly |
| Tutorial | 2 hours weekly |
What are prerequisites?
Prerequisites are courses or units that must be completed or admitted into before enrolling in this unit.
| Code | Title |
| Nil |