LSB142 Human Anatomy and Physiology

Unit Outline: Semester 1 2025, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

A strong background in human body structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) is essential for students in professional health courses. In this introductory unit you will be provided with opportunities to investigate both theoretical and practical aspects of gross, systematic and microscopic anatomy. You will also review general physiological principles such as homeostasis and investigate how all the organ systems of the body contribute to it. Knowledge and practical skills acquired in this foundational unit will allow you to engage with more advanced studies in regional anatomy, pathophysiology and imaging diagnostics.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Identify an extensive range of human structures using appropriate anatomical terminology.
   Relates to: MRPPC2020: Domain 1, 1.1a, 1.1c
2. Describe and recall the hierarchy of structural organisation that exists in the human body from the level of cells to organ systems.
   Relates to: MRPPC2020: Domain 1, 1.1a
3. Discuss the complementary relationships that exist between tissue/organ structure and the functions of each of the major organ systems.
   Relates to: MRPPC2020: Domain 1, 1.1c
4. Describe and recall the basic physiological processes that underlie the functions of the major organ systems.
   Relates to: MRPPC2020: Domain 1, 1.1a, 1.1c
5. Demonstrate teamwork and communication skills to explain how the major organ systems contribute to homeostasis and the maintenance of life.
   Relates to: MRPPC2020: Domain 1, 1.1a, 1.1b, 1.1c

Content

Learning Approaches

You will be exposed to a variety of learning situations including online learning modules, face-to-face workshops and practical classes. Collaborative learning and problem-solving in laboratory sessions will include the examination of anatomical models and, where available, specimens of preserved human organs.

The alignment of theory and practical sessions will support your ability to:

• describe the spatial organisation of human body structures (learning outcomes 1-2).
• explain the structural and functional integration of the major organ systems (learning outcome 3).
• explain basic physiological processes that maintain life (learning outcomes 4-5).

Note: Students please note that the practicals and workshops for this unit will be held at Gardens Point.  

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Throughout the semester you will be provided with feedback on your learning and academic progress by participating in class activities with your classmates and/or teaching staff. You can also receive immediate feedback on your progress by completing the formative quizzes and self-directed learning activities available to you on the LSB142 Canvas site. You should use these resources to identify areas you might need to focus on or to modify your learning approach. You will be able to review your performance following the group assignment in the middle of the semester and the practical exam at the end of semester. During the semester you will be provided with opportunities to provide feedback on the teaching and learning content of this unit. This is for your benefit and future students who will enrol in and complete this unit. Your feedback, comments and suggestions will be used to make improvements and modifications to the unit where possible to improve the learning outcomes for everyone.

Assessment

Overview

The assessment items in this unit will evaluate your understanding of the information presented on Canvas and during classes. Assessment will further take the form of a Practical Examination, a Presentation and a Theory Examination at the end of semester.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Presentation

As an allied health professional team, you will be required to explain how major organ systems contribute to homeostasis and the maintenance of life. Your explanation will be specific to your course of study, and it will be pitched to a layperson with limited medical knowledge (e.g., a patient, family member or non-clinical staff member). You will create a 3 to 4 minute video presentation to convey this information. Your team's ability to communicate with a lay audience will be assessed in terms of accuracy, clarity and engagement with the audience.

Assessment: Practical examination

This examination will involve observing anatomical models to assess your depth of understanding of anatomical terminology and your ability to identify different body regions/cavities, tissues and organs presented during practical classes across the semester. It will involve short answer questions.

Assessment: Final Theory Examination

This examination will assess your depth of understanding of foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology presented throughout the semester. It will consist mostly of multiple choice questions and several short essay questions.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Requirements to Study

Requirements

Practicals will require personal protective equipment supplied by each student:
1. Laboratory Gown - Rear fastening 100% cotton or polyester/cotton mix
2. Safety eye protection glasses - selected and used in accordance with Australian Safety Standards
3. Fully enclosed non-slip shoes

Costs

Cost of lab gowns and safety protection glasses are the students responsibility.

Resources

Risk Assessment Statement

This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first laboratory session. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site for further information.

This unit includes a laboratory component that involves the observation and handling of human donor material, including skeletal material, prosected regional anatomical specimens, and/or potted pathology specimens. Viewing and handling human donor material in this unit is voluntary; should you have any personal objections or cultural sensitivities to undertaking this activity you may choose not to participate in laboratory demonstrations that incorporate this material.

In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You will be required to review a series of online induction resources and material specific to this unit including the General Gardens Point Laboratory Practice and Cadaver Preparedness online resources, and successfully complete an online quiz associated with each of these inductions, before being allowed access to the laboratory. You are required to adhere to the safety requirements outlined in this material, and exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times when accessing human donor material. Check your Canvas site for information on how to access the induction and quizzes, and complete the student declaration of compliance.

If you have an underlying health condition or have any concerns in viewing and/or handling human donor material you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions or be offered alternative learning experiences.

Standards/Competencies

This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard for Professional Engineer

1: Knowledge and Skill Base

1. 
   Relates to: Presentation, Practical examination, Final Theory Examination

3: Professional and Personal Attributes

1. 
   Relates to: Presentation

MRPBA Professional Capabilities 2020

Domain 1: Medical radiation practitioner

1. 
   Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO4, ULO5
2. 
   Relates to: ULO5
3. 
   Relates to: ULO1, ULO3, ULO4, ULO5

Course Learning Outcomes

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1. Apply scientific knowledge and skills from paramedicine and related disciplines that focus on the needs and holistic care of the individual.
   Relates to: Practical examination, Final Theory Examination

CS47 Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

1. Understand and apply knowledge of the health care consumer: person-centred care promoting wellness, person and societal good, prevention of poor health outcomes and harm, treating disease.
   Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, ULO4, ULO5, Practical examination, Final Theory Examination

CS49 Bachelor of Radiation Therapy

1. Biological Sciences
   Relates to: Practical examination, Final Theory Examination
2. Clinical decision making
   Relates to: Practical examination

CS50 Bachelor of Radiation Therapy (Honours)

1. Biological Sciences
   Relates to: Practical examination, Final Theory Examination
2. Clinical decision making
   Relates to: Practical examination