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HUMAN STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION 1 (MCD7010)

Purpose

This unit aims provide foundation knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. The major themes in this unit are levels of body organization, body support and movement, and cardiopulmonary physiology. Topics include the chemical and cellular basis of human life; an overview of the integration of body functions and homeostasis; the structure and function of the integumentary, musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic and immune systems.

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning outcomes

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. apply the concept of homeostasis to physiological processes.
2. describe the basic structure and function of tissues, cells, and cellular components of the human body.
3. relate the structure of the integumentary system to its functions across the lifespan.
4. relate the structure of the major bones and muscles to the functions of support and movement.
5. relate the structure of the heart, circulatory, lymphatic and immune systems to the functions of transport and maintenance of homeostasis.
6. relate the structure of the respiratory system to the mechanics of ventilation and the processes of gas exchange and transport.
7. observe, measure and present clinical data and discuss the validity of the data.
8. apply theoretical concepts to simulated clinical scenarios to develop a framework for the scientific understanding of clinical practice.

Assessment

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