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Human Biology (Science)
Enrolment code: CHG100
Offered: Hbt, sem 1&2
Special note: Human Biology is a prerequisite for CHP205 Physiology.
Unit description: Builds a foundation for subsequent studies in biomedical
and life sciences, in areas such as physiology, biochemistry, microbiology,
immunology and zoology. It is studied jointly with students in pharmacy and
medicine. Studies cover: (a) the basic facts and concepts relating to the human
body’s structural and functional organisation at different levels (cells, tissues,
organs, systems), and the constituent regions, parts and organs of all the several
body systems and their functional interactions; (b) the range of normal
variation in human anatomy and physiology, including those aspects showing
important developmental and functionally related changes and the variety of
relationships between structure and function; and (c) anatomical and
physiological terminology which enables students to discuss, orally or in
writing, facts, concepts, problems and biomedical issues relating to the
structural and functional organisation of the body. Students define a
self-directed program of independent study of a topic in human biology that
encompasses both structural and functional aspects. Studies include practical
computing, word processing, elementary data handling and statistical
evaluation.
Staff: Assoc Prof M Maskrey, Dr L Weller; (Coordinators), staff of Anatomy &
Physiology
Unit weight: 25%
Teaching: up to 7 hrs contact time per student (lectures, tutorials and practical
sessions)
Prereq: *CH856 and (*PH866 or *MT841)
Assess: mid-sem 1 test (10%), sem 1 exam (20%), end-of-year exam (30%),
assignments (20%) and project (20%)
Required texts, etc:
Marieb EN, Human Anatomy & Physiology, ISBN 380534196X
Practical manual: Experiments/Explorations in Human Biology, Univ Tas, 2001
Essential equipment includes a clean, white lab coat.
Courses: S3G
Human Biology (Pharmacy)
Enrolment code: CHG101
Offered: Hbt, sem 1&2
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Unit description: Builds a foundation for subsequent studies in pharmacy. It
is studied jointly with students in science and medicine. Studies cover: (a) the
basic facts and concepts relating to the human body’s structural and functional
organisation at different levels (cells, tissues, organs, systems), and the
constituent regions, parts and organs of all the several body systems and their
functional interactions; (b) the range of normal variation in human anatomy
and physiology, including those aspects showing important developmental and
functionally related changes and the variety of relationships between structure
and function; and (c) anatomical and physiological terminology which enables
students to discuss, orally or in writing, facts, concepts, problems and
biomedical issues relating to the structural and functional organisation of the
body. Students define a self-directed program of independent study of a topic
in human biology that encompasses both structural and functional aspects.
Studies include practical computing, word processing, elementary data
handling and statistical evaluation.
Staff: Assoc Prof M Maskrey, Dr L Weller (Coordinators), staff of Anatomy &
Physiology
Unit weight: 25%
Teaching: up to 7 hrs contact time per student (lectures, tutorials and practical
sessions)
Prereq: *CH856 and (*PH866 or *MT841)
Assess: mid-sem 1 test (10%), sem 1 exam (20%), end-of-year exam (30%),
assignments (20%) and project (20%)
Required texts, etc:
Marieb EN, Human Anatomy & Physiology, ISBN 380534196X
Practical manual: Experiments/Explorations in Human Biology, Univ Tas, 2001
Essential equipment includes a clean, white coat.
Courses:
M3F
Integrated Structure and Function
Enrolment code: CHG110
Offered: Hbt, sem 1&2
Special note: restricted to students enrolled in medicine
Unit description: This unit provides an integrated study of the structure and
function of the human body, with an emphasis on medical relevance. It
establishes the background for Structure and Function ñ Clinical Correlations
(2nd Year), which involves a more detailed study of structure and function with
a greater clinical emphasis. A component of this unit (human biology) is
studied jointly with science and pharmacy students. Learning opportunities
comprise a lecture-based framework supplemented by practical work, small
group workshops, tutorials and self-directed activities. The practical component
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comprises an introduction to surface anatomy and medical imaging, human
dissection, observation and examination of tissue structure from
sub-microscopic to macroscopic levels, and laboratory experiments designed
for exploring general and fundamental principles of medical science and for
introducing methods of collecting and analysing biomedical scientific data. The
unit promotes an integrated understanding of structure and function at all
levels (of cells, tissues, organs and systems) using a systemic approach
complemented by regional study of the limbs. The unit also promotes the
development of relevant observational, cognitive and communication skills.
Students explore medically relevant aspects of all systems of the body
(integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular,
respiratory, immune, digestive, urinary and reproductive) along with their
development, and consider some functions that range across several systems.
Regional study of the body’s structure is continued in 2nd Year (thorax and
abdomen) and completed in 3rd Year (head and neck), in association with
neuroscience. Themes stressed in Integrated Structure and Function include (1)
the interrelation of structure and function; (2) levels of organisation; (3)
interactions of different systems; (4) normal ranges of variation; and (5) the
structural and functional implications of injury and disease in humans.
Staff: Dr WL Weller (Coordinator), staff of Anatomy & Physiology
Unit weight: 50%
Teaching: up to 14 hrs contact time weekly (lectures, tutorials, small group
workshops, practical classes, project work)
Prereq: admission to Medicine
Assess: mid-sem 1 test (10%), sem 1 exams (25%), end-of-year exams (45%),
project (10%), practical component (10%)
Required texts, etc:
an Atlas of Anatomy:
either Anderson JE, Grant’s Atlas of Anatomy, ISBN 0683302647
or Gosling JA et al, Human Anatomy color atlas and text, ISBN 0723426570
an Atlas of Histology:
or Netter FH, Atlas of Human Anatomy, 2nd edn, ISBN 0914168819 [p/b];
0914168800 [h/b]
either Kerr JB, Atlas of Functional Histology, ISBN 0723430721
or Young B and JW Heath, Wheater’s Functional Histology, ISBN 0443056188
a Medical Dictionary, and the following texts:
either Hall-Craggs ECB, Anatomy as a Basis for Clinical Medicine, ISBN
0683096486
or Moore KL and AF Dalley, Clinically Oriented Anatomy, ISBN 0683061410
Lisowski FP, A Guide to Dissection of the Human Body, ISBN 9810235690
Marieb EN, Human Anatomy & Physiology, ISBN 380534196X
Sadler TW, Langman’s Medical Embryology, ISBN 0683306502
Weir J and and PH Abrahams, Imaging Atlas of Human Anatomy, ISBN
0723422834 (plus CD-ROM v2.0 Win/Mac, ISBN 0723426317
Hinrichsen CFL and FP Lisowski, Anatomy Workbook, Univ Tas, 2001
Practical manual: Experiments/Explorations in Human Biology, Univ Tas, 2001
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Essential Equipment includes:
Two long white coats exclusively for use in the dissecting laboratory
One pair of anti-splash safety goggles
The following instruments: one pair of non-toothed dissecting forceps; one pair
of fine, sharp-pointed forceps; one scalpel handle and blades; one pair of
blunt-ended scissors; one pair of sharp-pointed scissors; probe or seeker.
(Seek advice before obtaining these.)
Courses:
M3A M3B M4B
Structure and Function – Clinical Correlations
Enrolment code: CHG210
Offered: Hbt, sem 1&2
Unit description: Builds on the approach of CHG110 Integrated Structure and
Function, in which students were introduced to microscopic anatomy, regional
anatomy and the functional systems of the body. This is achieved by (a)
reinforcing the knowledge and understanding of structure and function in a
medical context that is imparted by the earlier unit; (b) extending the students’
knowledge and understanding of structure and function with a progressively
more clinically orientated approach throughout the year. Structure and
Function – Clinical Correlations is aimed at providing the detailed foundation
required for clinical studies (medicine, surgery and pathology) as well as for
neuroscience and pharmacology.
The overall aim of Structure and Function – Clinical Correlations is to present
an integrated unit on the structure and function of the major functional systems
of the body, apart from the nervous system. The cardiovascular, respiratory,
gastrointestinal and renal systems are covered extensively in terms of structure
(clinical, dynamic, imaging and histological anatomy, and relevant
developmental aspects) and function. Aspects of the reproductive, endocrine,
musculoskeletal and host defence systems are covered in less detail.
Material is presented in clinically relevant contexts, and features case
presentations and hospital based projects.
The unit is taught as a series of blocks (cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine &
reproductive, renal, gastrointestinal, and body defences) in which histological,
anatomical and physiological aspects are taught and assessed in an integrated
fashion. The major blocks start with an illustrative clinical problem that the
students are expected to report on at the end of the block; in addition the main
blocks conclude with a clinical synthesis or clinical case presentation.
As a means of acquiring realistic clinically based practically orientated
educational experience, students undertake a clinical project with a strong base
in anatomical and physiological sciences eg cardiothoracic medicine/surgery,
intensive care. Overall structural, functional and clinical integration is obtained
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and assessed by the students having to prepare oral presentations on this
project.
Staff: Assoc Prof S Nicol, Dr J Walls (Coordinators), Assoc Prof M Maskrey, Dr
I Chuah, Dr S Parkes, Clinical staff of RHH and other hospitals and other
staff of Anatomy & Physiology.
Unit weight: 37.5%
Prereq: 1st-year Medicine
Assess: in-course practical and project work (30%), 2 mid-year 2-hr written
exams (essays, problem solving and multiple choice), 2x40-min practical
exams (10%), 3 end-of-year written exams (essays, problem solving and
multiple choice), 2x40-min practical exams, 15-min viva voce (60%)
Required texts, etc:
Ellis H, Clinical Anatomy, ISBN 0632024097
Interactive Lessons in Clinical Anatomy CD ROM, Standford Project
Jacobsen Ed and Levine JS, Clinical Physiology for the Exam Taker, ISBN
0721637019
McMinns Interactive Clinical Anatomy CD ROM, Mosby
Ross MH, Romrell LJ and Kaye GI, Histology: A Text and Atlas, ISBN
0683073699
Weir and Abrahams, Imaging Atlas of Anatomy, Wolfe, 1994 (plus CD ROM)~
either Est JB, Best & Taylor’s Physiological Basis of Medical Practice, ISBN
0683089471
or Berne RM and Levy MN, Physiology, ISBN0815109520
Reference text
Young B, Heath JW (eds), Wheater’s Functional Histology. A Text and Colour
Atlas, ISBN 0443056129
Courses: M3A M3B M4B
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