General Information
This subject provides students with an introduction to the disciplines of human anatomy and physiology. The organisation of the human body, from cells to tissues and organs, and the relationships between anatomy and physiology are emphasised. A detailed study into the physiology of nerve, muscle, bone and connective tissue is a focus, alongside an introduction to anatomical terminology, arthrology, the skull and the upper limbs. An overview into the concepts of homeostasis and the control of body systems is also provided. Learning activities will provide students with the foundational knowledge and skills required in order to undertake further study into the body’s systems.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine Subject code: BCDP02-053 Subject title: Principles of Human Structure and Function Subject level: Undergraduate Semester/Year: January 2024 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Standard Workload items: - Science Lab: x3 (Total hours: 9) - Science Lab
- Anatomy lab: x2 (Total hours: 6) - Anatomy Lab
- Forum: x12 (Total hours: 24) - Weekly Forums
- Tutorial: x12 (Total hours: 12) - Weekly Tutorial
- Group Learning: x12 (Total hours: 12) - Group Learning
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 57) - Recommended Study Hours
Attendance and learning activities: Attendance at tutorials is compulsory. Students are required to attend a minimum of 75% of the tutorials and submit worksheets from the tutorials each week in order to pass the subject. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: Books
- Marieb, E. N., & Hoehn, K. (2022). Human anatomy & physiology. 12th, Global ed., Pearson.
iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications.
Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student.
To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine |
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| Subject code: | BCDP02-053 |
| Subject title: | Principles of Human Structure and Function |
| Subject level: | Undergraduate |
| Semester/Year: | January 2024 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Standard |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | Attendance at tutorials is compulsory. Students are required to attend a minimum of 75% of the tutorials and submit worksheets from the tutorials each week in order to pass the subject. |
| Prescribed resources: | Books
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
| Requisites: |
Nil |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Explain the organisation of the human body from cells to tissues to organ systems.
- Describe the basic cellular structure and function of nerves, muscle, epithelial tissue and connective tissues such as bone.
- Apply basic anatomical terminology to describe the body in 3D space and its movements.
- Recognise the main anatomical classifications of bones (osteology) and joints (arthrology).
- Describe the main anatomical features of the upper limb bones and muscles (actions, origins and insertions).
- Explain the concept of homeostasis and demonstrate a basic knowledge of the nervous and endocrine systems.
- Use basic scientific equipment and computer software to investigate blood, simple measures of human physiology and anatomy.
- Present scientific data using the correct style and format.
- Using a planetary health lens, demonstrate awareness of the physical environment as a determinant of health in terms of human physiology, with special reference to a changing climate.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Computer-Aided Examination (Closed) iLearn EOS Examination 55.00% Final Examination Period 1,2,3,4,5,6,9 Laboratory Report Laboratory Report 10.00% Week 6 2,3,4,5,6,8 Computer-aided Test (Closed) Mid-Semester test 20.00% Week 7 1,2,3,6 Skills Test Practical Laboratory Skills Test 15.00% Week 11 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,9 - * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Pass requirement
Attendance at all forums, tutorials, and practical laboratory sessions is expected. Attendance in tutorials and labs will be recorded and monitored. Students who are unable to attend due to illness must provide a valid medical certificate. This subject is designed to integrate forums (2 hours per week), tutorials (1 hour per week), and practical laboratory sessions. Most sessions build on the work of the previous one and it is difficult to recover if you miss a session. As part of an Academic Recovery initiative for this subject, students at risk of not passing may be offered additional assessment. To qualify, students must have made a robust attempt at all assessment items, have demonstrated satisfactory attendance, and be in good academic standing (not guilty of a level 2 or higher breach of Academic Integrity in the subject).
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Computer-Aided Examination (Closed) | iLearn EOS Examination | 55.00% | Final Examination Period | 1,2,3,4,5,6,9 |
| Laboratory Report | Laboratory Report | 10.00% | Week 6 | 2,3,4,5,6,8 |
| Computer-aided Test (Closed) | Mid-Semester test | 20.00% | Week 7 | 1,2,3,6 |
| Skills Test | Practical Laboratory Skills Test | 15.00% | Week 11 | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,9 |
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Pass requirement
Attendance at all forums, tutorials, and practical laboratory sessions is expected. Attendance in tutorials and labs will be recorded and monitored. Students who are unable to attend due to illness must provide a valid medical certificate. This subject is designed to integrate forums (2 hours per week), tutorials (1 hour per week), and practical laboratory sessions. Most sessions build on the work of the previous one and it is difficult to recover if you miss a session. As part of an Academic Recovery initiative for this subject, students at risk of not passing may be offered additional assessment. To qualify, students must have made a robust attempt at all assessment items, have demonstrated satisfactory attendance, and be in good academic standing (not guilty of a level 2 or higher breach of Academic Integrity in the subject).
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A late penalty will be applied to all overdue assessment tasks unless an extension is granted by the subject coordinator. The standard penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment per day late with no assessment to be accepted seven days after the due date. Where a student is granted an extension, the penalty of 10% per day late starts from the new due date.
Academic Integrity
Bond University‘s Student Code of Conduct Policy , Student Charter, Academic Integrity Policy and our Graduate Attributes guide expectations regarding student behaviour, their rights and responsibilities. Information on these topics can be found on our Academic Integrity webpage recognising that academic integrity involves demonstrating the principles of integrity (honesty, fairness, trust, professionalism, courage, responsibility, and respect) in words and actions across all aspects of academic endeavour.
Staff are required to report suspected misconduct. This includes all types of plagiarism, cheating, collusion, fabrication or falsification of data/content or other misconduct relating to assessment such as the falsification of medical certificates for assessment extensions. The longer term personal, social and financial consequences of misconduct can be severe, so please ask for help if you are unsure.
If your work is subject to an inquiry, you will be given an opportunity to respond and appropriate support will be provided. Academic work under inquiry will not be marked until the process has concluded. Penalties for misconduct include a warning, reduced grade, a requirement to repeat the assessment, suspension or expulsion from the University.
Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students according to the requirements of the Assessment Procedure Schedule A - Assessment Communication Procedure.
Whilst in most cases feedback should be provided within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, the Procedure should be checked if the assessment is linked to others or if the subject is a non-standard (e.g., intensive) subject.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
Support is available to students where a physical, mental or neurological condition exists that would impact the student’s capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks. For effective support, special requirement needs should be arranged with the University in advance of or at the start of each semester, or, for acute conditions, as soon as practicable after the condition arises. Reasonable adjustments are not guaranteed where applications are submitted late in the semester (for example, when lodged just prior to critical assessment and examination dates).
As outlined in the Accessibility and Inclusion Policy, to qualify for support, students must meet certain criteria. Students are also required to meet with the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisor who will ensure that reasonable adjustments are afforded to qualifying students.
For more information and to apply online, visit BondAbility.
Additional subject information
Subject curriculum
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Introduction / Overview of the Human Body
Introduction to the subject; structural levels of organisation; organ systems overview; complementarity of structure and function; homeostasis.
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Cell and membrane physiology
Membrane transport; excitable cells; membrane potentials.
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Epithelia and connective tissue
Cells to tissues. Overview of the structure & function of epithelia; and the structure and function of connective tissue.
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Fluid compartments and blood
Body fluid compartments. Blood components and functions, blood typing.
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Bones and osteology
Bone microstructure and function, growth and repair.
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Organisation of the nervous system
Overview of the nervous system, action potentials.
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Anatomy: Osteology of the upper limb
Introduction to anatomical terms; overview of the skeleton and the upper limbs.
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Neurophysiology
Structure of function of nervous tissue. Basic neurophysiology & mechanisms of neurotransmission.
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Muscle I
Muscle: cellular anatomy & physiology. Physiology of skeletal muscle.
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Muscle II
Neuromuscular physiology. Cardiac & smooth muscle physiology.
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Anatomy: Upper Limb
Anatomical features of the upper limb, including actions, origins and insertions.
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Endocrine physiology; Review
Endocrine physiology. Review of semester and preparation for final exam.