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School: Science

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Health Science 1

  • Unit Code

    SCN1111

  • Year

    2018

  • Enrolment Period

    1

  • Version

    4

  • Credit Points

    15

  • Full Year Unit

     N

  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
    Online

  • Unit Coordinator

    A/Prof Annette Erika KOENDERS

Description

This unit provides an introduction to the basic sciences of human anatomy and physiology, exploring issues of relevance to the health sciences. Specific topics to be addressed include: the organisation of the human body, anatomical terms, chemical and structural bases of cell function, body tissues, homeostasis and physiological control via respiratory, cardiac and hormonal mechanisms.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded SCN1101, SCN1103, SCN1105.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Explain the concept of homeostasis.
  2. Use a range of scientific terminology to describe to structures and functions of the human body.
  3. Describe basic chemical and physical concepts that relate to human biological applications.
  4. Describe the structure and function of cells and tissues.
  5. Explain how the endocrine system functions to regulate body processes and maintain homeostasis.
  6. Describe cardiovascular and respiratory system functioning in relation to homeostasis and the consequences of disrupting these functions.

Unit Content

  1. Homeostasis; overview and significance of homeostasis; positive and negative feedback loops; roles of endocrine system in maintaining homeostasis.
  2. Basic chemistry: the chemical nature of matter; water and hydrogen bonds; aqueous and lipid mixtures; electrolytes; acids and bases.
  3. Cell biology: biologically important molecules; cell structure and function; pathogenic microbes and infection control.
  4. Tissues; cell specialisation; epithelial, muscle, nervous and connective tissue structure and function; formation of organs.
  5. Endocrine system: signalling molecules; signal transduction; regulation of physiological processes; antagonistic hormone pairs; examples of drugs/treatment and modes of action.
  6. Gas exchange: histology and physiology of respiratory organs, pulmonary ventilation, diffusion and transportation of gases, regulation of respiration, common conditions that disrupt gaseous exchange.
  7. Circulation: histology and physiology of cardiovascular organs; electrocardiology; organisation and function of the lymphatic system.

Learning Experience

ON-CAMPUS

Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.

JoondalupMount LawleySouth West (Bunbury)
Semester 113 x 2 hour labNot Offered13 x 2 hour lab
Semester 1Not OfferedNot Offered13 x 1 hour lecture
Semester 213 x 2 hour labNot Offered13 x 2 hour lab
Semester 2Not OfferedNot Offered13 x 1 hour lecture

For more information see the Semester Timetable

ONLINE

Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Learning materials are delivered in blended mode and students complete weekly online pre-workshop interactive learning activities. Online students participate in the unit via Blackboard and online communication tools. Drop in sessions are available throughout the semester for additional support.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
AssignmentExercises40%
ExaminationOnline quizzes30%
ExaminationEnd of semester examination30%
ONLINE
TypeDescriptionValue
AssignmentExercises40%
ExaminationOnline quizzes30%
ExaminationEnd of semester examination30%

Core Reading(s)

  • Reid-Searl, K. et.al. (2012). Maths and medications (2nd ed.). Harlow: Pearson.

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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School: Science

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Health Science 1

  • Unit Code

    SCN1111

  • Year

    2018

  • Enrolment Period

    2

  • Version

    4

  • Credit Points

    15

  • Full Year Unit

     N

  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
    Online

  • Unit Coordinator

    A/Prof Annette Erika KOENDERS

Description

This unit provides an introduction to the basic sciences of human anatomy and physiology, exploring issues of relevance to the health sciences. Specific topics to be addressed include: the organisation of the human body, anatomical terms, chemical and structural bases of cell function, body tissues, homeostasis and physiological control via respiratory, cardiac and hormonal mechanisms.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded SCN1101, SCN1103, SCN1105.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Explain the concept of homeostasis.
  2. Use a range of scientific terminology to describe to structures and functions of the human body.
  3. Describe basic chemical and physical concepts that relate to human biological applications.
  4. Describe the structure and function of cells and tissues.
  5. Explain how the endocrine system functions to regulate body processes and maintain homeostasis.
  6. Describe cardiovascular and respiratory system functioning in relation to homeostasis and the consequences of disrupting these functions.

Unit Content

  1. Homeostasis; overview and significance of homeostasis; positive and negative feedback loops; roles of endocrine system in maintaining homeostasis.
  2. Basic chemistry: the chemical nature of matter; water and hydrogen bonds; aqueous and lipid mixtures; electrolytes; acids and bases.
  3. Cell biology: biologically important molecules; cell structure and function; pathogenic microbes and infection control.
  4. Tissues; cell specialisation; epithelial, muscle, nervous and connective tissue structure and function; formation of organs.
  5. Endocrine system: signalling molecules; signal transduction; regulation of physiological processes; antagonistic hormone pairs; examples of drugs/treatment and modes of action.
  6. Gas exchange: histology and physiology of respiratory organs, pulmonary ventilation, diffusion and transportation of gases, regulation of respiration, common conditions that disrupt gaseous exchange.
  7. Circulation: histology and physiology of cardiovascular organs; electrocardiology; organisation and function of the lymphatic system.

Learning Experience

ON-CAMPUS

Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.

JoondalupMount LawleySouth West (Bunbury)
Semester 113 x 2 hour labNot Offered13 x 2 hour lab
Semester 1Not OfferedNot Offered13 x 1 hour lecture
Semester 213 x 2 hour labNot Offered13 x 2 hour lab
Semester 2Not OfferedNot Offered13 x 1 hour lecture

For more information see the Semester Timetable

ONLINE

Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Learning materials are delivered in blended mode and students complete weekly online pre-workshop interactive learning activities. Online students participate in the unit via Blackboard and online communication tools. Drop in sessions are available throughout the semester for additional support.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
AssignmentExercises40%
ExaminationOnline quizzes30%
ExaminationEnd of semester examination30%
ONLINE
TypeDescriptionValue
AssignmentExercises40%
ExaminationOnline quizzes30%
ExaminationEnd of semester examination30%

Core Reading(s)

  • Marieb, E. N., & Hoehn, K. (2016). Human anatomy & physiology (Tenth edition. Global edition., pp. 1–1274). Harlow: Pearson Education Limited.
  • Reid-Searl, K. et.al. (2012). Maths and medications (2nd ed.). Harlow: Pearson.

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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