LQD185 Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professionals
To view more information for this unit, select Unit Outline from the list below. Please note the teaching period for which the Unit Outline is relevant.
| Unit code: | LQD185 |
|---|---|
| Equivalent(s): | LQB185 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
| Availabilities |
|
Unit Outline: College 1 2024, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | LQD185 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Equivalent: | LQB185 |
| Coordinators: | Cristina Bowers | cristina.dow@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This introductory unit explores the structure (anatomy) and functions (physiology) of the human body, by providing students with opportunities to investigate the major organ systems necessary for life. A focus on medical language development will underpin the learning in this unit, where students will develop the ability to effectively communicate anatomy and physiology concepts in health care environments.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Explain the complementary relationships that exist between tissue/organ structure and the functions of each of the major organ systems that contribute to homeostasis and the maintenance of life
- Accurately identify key anatomical structures through visual inspection, and analyse and interpret physiological data
- Effectively communicate and share knowledge of anatomy and physiology concepts in collaborative health care contexts.
Content
Foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology underpinning the following:
• Cells and primary tissues; structural organisation of human body and introduction to anatomical terminology; tissue and organ changes across the lifespan
• Cardiovascular system
• Lymphatic system
• Respiratory system
• Urinary system
• Digestive system
• Nervous system
• Endocrine system
• Reproductive system
• Skeletal system
• Muscular system
• Integumentary system.
Learning Approaches
This unit takes a blended approach to learning and teaching. You will be provided with both eContent and timetabled activities such as tutorials, workshops and practicals. eContent will be clearly identified on your Canvas site for you to engage with on a weekly basis before your classes. eContent could include videos, readings, self-reflection and/or peer activities designed to enhance your learning experience. During the timetabled activities, the unit coordinator and/or your tutor will further explain content and you will be provided with opportunities to explore this content in a collaborative learning environment. After your weekly classes, you should continue to engage with unit resources to ensure you consolidate your understanding of unit content. Teaching team members will also be available for one-on-one consultations to assist you with your learning journey.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists, rubrics, written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
To enable you to determine whether you are meeting the expected learning outcomes for this unit, assessment tasks are structured throughout the teaching period. These activities will help you to regularly evaluate your understanding of the subject matter presented in the unit through formative and summative learning opportunities that focus on the identification of anatomical structures and interpretation of physiological data.
Modification to assessment may be required based on mode of study.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Anatomical Dialogue
This assessment task requires you to analyse a scenario and synthesise an account of an injury or medical condition involved using language that is suitable for both non-medical and medical professional audiences.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions
Assessment: Workbook
Identify major anatomical structures on anatomical models, including the description of organ function and interpretation of physiological data.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions
Assessment: Examination
Examines your understanding of foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology. The examination will include multiple choice and written response questions. .
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Risk Assessment Statement
This unit may include a laboratory component which requires the handling of equipment, materials, and specimens. Should your class require involvement in laboratory activities you will be trained in the necessary practical skills to ensure their safe completion. This unit includes images and videos that contain human cadaveric materials and animal organ dissection and presentation. This material is additional to the core resources provided in the unit, and viewing of the material is voluntary. If you choose not to view the materials it will not impact your achievement of learning outcomes in the unit. For further information, refer to the university's health and safety web site: http://www.hse.qut.edu.au/ If you have an underlying health condition, you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may, on occasion, need to take extra health precautions.
Unit Outline: College 2 2024, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | LQD185 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Equivalent: | LQB185 |
| Coordinators: | Zane Clayton | z.clayton@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This introductory unit explores the structure (anatomy) and functions (physiology) of the human body, by providing students with opportunities to investigate the major organ systems necessary for life. A focus on medical language development will underpin the learning in this unit, where students will develop the ability to effectively communicate anatomy and physiology concepts in health care environments.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Explain the complementary relationships that exist between tissue/organ structure and the functions of each of the major organ systems that contribute to homeostasis and the maintenance of life
- Accurately identify key anatomical structures through visual inspection, and analyse and interpret physiological data
- Effectively communicate and share knowledge of anatomy and physiology concepts in collaborative health care contexts.
Content
Foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology underpinning the following:
• Cells and primary tissues; structural organisation of human body and introduction to anatomical terminology; tissue and organ changes across the lifespan
• Cardiovascular system
• Lymphatic system
• Respiratory system
• Urinary system
• Digestive system
• Nervous system
• Endocrine system
• Reproductive system
• Skeletal system
• Muscular system
• Integumentary system.
Learning Approaches
This unit takes a blended approach to learning and teaching. You will be provided with both eContent and timetabled activities such as tutorials, workshops and practicals. eContent will be clearly identified on your Canvas site for you to engage with on a weekly basis before your classes. eContent could include videos, readings, self-reflection and/or peer activities designed to enhance your learning experience. During the timetabled activities, the unit coordinator and/or your tutor will further explain content and you will be provided with opportunities to explore this content in a collaborative learning environment. After your weekly classes, you should continue to engage with unit resources to ensure you consolidate your understanding of unit content. Teaching team members will also be available for one-on-one consultations to assist you with your learning journey.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists, rubrics, written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
To enable you to determine whether you are meeting the expected learning outcomes for this unit, assessment tasks are structured throughout the teaching period. These activities will help you to regularly evaluate your understanding of the subject matter presented in the unit through formative and summative learning opportunities that focus on the identification of anatomical structures and interpretation of physiological data.
Modification to assessment may be required based on mode of study.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Anatomical Dialogue
This assessment task requires you to analyse a scenario and synthesise an account of an injury or medical condition involved using language that is suitable for both non-medical and medical professional audiences.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions
Assessment: Workbook
Identify major anatomical structures on anatomical models, including the description of organ function and interpretation of physiological data.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions
Assessment: Examination
Examines your understanding of foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology. The examination will include multiple choice and written response questions. .
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Risk Assessment Statement
This unit may include a laboratory component which requires the handling of equipment, materials, and specimens. Should your class require involvement in laboratory activities you will be trained in the necessary practical skills to ensure their safe completion. This unit includes images and videos that contain human cadaveric materials and animal organ dissection and presentation. This material is additional to the core resources provided in the unit, and viewing of the material is voluntary. If you choose not to view the materials it will not impact your achievement of learning outcomes in the unit. For further information, refer to the university's health and safety web site: http://www.hse.qut.edu.au/ If you have an underlying health condition, you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may, on occasion, need to take extra health precautions.
Unit Outline: College Summer 2024, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | LQD185 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Equivalent: | LQB185 |
| Coordinator: | Cristina Bowers | cristina.dow@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This introductory unit explores the structure (anatomy) and functions (physiology) of the human body, by providing students with opportunities to investigate the major organ systems necessary for life. A focus on medical language development will underpin the learning in this unit, where students will develop the ability to effectively communicate anatomy and physiology concepts in health care environments.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Explain the complementary relationships that exist between tissue/organ structure and the functions of each of the major organ systems that contribute to homeostasis and the maintenance of life
- Accurately identify key anatomical structures through visual inspection, and analyse and interpret physiological data
- Effectively communicate and share knowledge of anatomy and physiology concepts in collaborative health care contexts.
Content
Foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology underpinning the following:
• Cells and primary tissues; structural organisation of human body and introduction to anatomical terminology; tissue and organ changes across the lifespan
• Cardiovascular system
• Lymphatic system
• Respiratory system
• Urinary system
• Digestive system
• Nervous system
• Endocrine system
• Reproductive system
• Skeletal system
• Muscular system
• Integumentary system.
Learning Approaches
This unit takes a blended approach to learning and teaching. You will be provided with both eContent and timetabled activities such as tutorials, workshops and practicals. eContent will be clearly identified on your Canvas site for you to engage with on a weekly basis before your classes. eContent could include videos, readings, self-reflection and/or peer activities designed to enhance your learning experience. During the timetabled activities, the unit coordinator and/or your tutor will further explain content and you will be provided with opportunities to explore this content in a collaborative learning environment. After your weekly classes, you should continue to engage with unit resources to ensure you consolidate your understanding of unit content. Teaching team members will also be available for one-on-one consultations to assist you with your learning journey.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists, rubrics, written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
To enable you to determine whether you are meeting the expected learning outcomes for this unit, assessment tasks are structured throughout the teaching period. These activities will help you to regularly evaluate your understanding of the subject matter presented in the unit through formative and summative learning opportunities that focus on the identification of anatomical structures and interpretation of physiological data.
Modification to assessment may be required based on mode of study.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Anatomical Dialogue
This assessment task requires you to analyse a scenario and synthesise an account of an injury or medical condition involved using language that is suitable for both non-medical and medical professional audiences.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extension.
Assessment: Workbook
Identify major anatomical structures on anatomical models, including the description of organ function and interpretation of physiological data.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Assessment: Examination
Examines your understanding of foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology. The examination will include multiple choice and written response questions.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Risk Assessment Statement
This unit may include a laboratory component which requires the handling of equipment, materials, and specimens. Should your class require involvement in laboratory activities you will be trained in the necessary practical skills to ensure their safe completion. This unit includes images and videos that contain human cadaveric materials and animal organ dissection and presentation. This material is additional to the core resources provided in the unit, and viewing of the material is voluntary. If you choose not to view the materials it will not impact your achievement of learning outcomes in the unit. For further information, refer to the university's health and safety web site: http://www.hse.qut.edu.au/ If you have an underlying health condition, you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may, on occasion, need to take extra health precautions.