ANAT SC 1102 - Human Biology IA

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2017

Are you studying in health and medical sciences, preparing for a health-related career, or simple keen to learn more about how our amazing bodies function in both health and disease? Human Biology provides students with an introduction to the anatomical structures and physiological functions of the human body. Students will investigate the relationships between normal structure and function in human cells, tissues and organs. Human Biology IA course content is divided into modules focused on Cells and Tissues, Bone Joints and Muscle, Nervous and Endocrine systems, and Reproduction. As well as introducing students to content, emphasis is placed on developing skills in research, critical analysis and communication of scientific information relevant to the study of humans. The course does not assume prior knowledge of year 12 biology or chemistry.

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Course Details

Course Code	ANAT SC 1102
Course	Human Biology IA
Coordinating Unit	Medical Sciences
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 6 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Assessment	Research-based assessment tasks, online assessment, written test and exam

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Professor Mario Ricci

Course Coordinator: Professor Mario Ricci
Phone: +61 8 8313 6294
Email: mario.ricci@adelaide.edu.au
Location: Room 17, Level 1, Medical School North

Course Coordinator: Dr Danijela Menicanin
Phone: +61 8 8313 4532
Email: d anijela.menicanin@adelaide.edu.au
Location: Room 18, Level 1, Medical School North

Student & Program Support Services Hub
Phone: +61 8 8313 5336
Email: a skhealthsc@adelaide.edu.au
Location: Level 4, Medical School South

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Course Learning Outcomes

1	Demonstrate a basic level of knowledge of the structure of the human body at both the microscopic and macroscopic levels of organisation.
2	Demonstrate an understanding that structure and function are interrelated, and provide specific examples of such interrelationships from within the human body.
3	Correlate specific structural features of cells, tissues, organs and systems of the human body with their normal functions, and appreciate that alterations to structure affect function.
4	Apply their knowledge of the human body in the interpretation of common health-related scenarios encountered in day-to-day living.
5	Demonstrate respect for the human body and for the diversity observed within the human species.
6	Work cooperatively in tutorials and practicals to gain deeper understanding
7	Demonstrate research skill development including locating, critically evaluating, organising, synthesising and communicating scientific information.
8	Develop and display the motivation necessary for ongoing independent learning.

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Deep discipline knowledge informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1 accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)	1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Critical thinking and problem solving steeped in research methods and rigor based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment	7, 8
Teamwork and communication skills developed from, with, and via the SGDE honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning	4, 5, 6
Career and leadership readiness technology savvy professional and, where relevant, fully accredited forward thinking and well informed tested and validated by work based experiences	4, 5, 7, 8
Intercultural and ethical competency adept at operating in other cultures comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges	5, 7, 8
Self-awareness and emotional intelligence a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate	6, 7, 8

Learning Resources

Required Resources

Martini FH, Ober WC and Nath JL (2015) Visual Anatomy and Physiology, 2nd edition, Pearson, Harlow.

Recommended Resources

In addition to the recommended textbook, you may want to access resources on scientific writing and referencing skills from the University's Writing Centre as these will come in handy for the major RSD assignment.

Online Learning

All notes, resource manuals and papers for lectures, practicals, tutorial sessions and assessment tasks are available on MyUni as well as lists of suitable readings, online quizzes and links to external websites.
Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

Human Biology IA utilises a range of teaching and learning modes in recognition of the diversity of learning styles exhibited by the student population. Lectures and pre-lecture activities identify the concepts on which human biology is based and provide basic factual information and examples illustrating these concepts. The lectures are supported by online quizzes, and interactive tutorials that are designed to clarify understanding of concepts and apply them to new scenarios, often within a problem-solving context. Practical sessions provide an opportunity for visual and interactive learners to integrate the predominantly theoretical knowledge from lectures with that obtained via personal observations and hands on investigations. They also enable all students to acquire a more holistic perspective of the interactions between three-dimensional body form and functions at various hierarchical levels. In addition to the online summative quizzes, assessment throughout the semester includes tutorial and practical class extension tasks and a Group-based Discovery Project that fosters development of interpersonal communication and research skills within a range of biomedical contexts relevant to the wellbeing of humans. Skills assessment utilises the Research Skills Development (RSD) framework (Willison and O’Regan 2007) available at: http://www.adelaide.edu.au/rsd/

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Lectures: 36 x 1 hour = 36 hours
Laboratories: 7 x 1 hour = 7 hours
Tutorials: 8 x 1 hour = 8 hours
Examination: 1 x 2 hours = 2 hours
End-Of-Module Quizzes: 5 x 2 hours = 10 hours
Preparation for Laboratory and Tutorial Sessions: 1 hour per session = 22 hours
Research Skill Development (RSD) Task = 24 hours
Tests: 2 x 1 hour + 4 hours preparation per test = 10 hours
General study = 35 hours
TOTAL = 154 hours

Learning Activities Summary

Course materials are divided into 5 modules:
Module 1: Cell Structure and Function
Module 2: Epithelial and Connective Tissues
Module 3: Bone, Joints and Muscule Tissue
Module 4: Endocrine System
Module 5: Reproductive Systems

Detailed information on lecture, laboratory and tutorial content can be found in the MyUni website for this course.

Specific Course Requirements

Human Biology IA laboratory sessions are held in the Ray Last Anatomy Laboratory.
To access this facility, you must wear (1) a laboratory coat, (2) closed-in shoes, and (3) your student identification card on your lab coat. You will not be permitted entry into this facility without these items. Please also bring a hardcopy of the laboratory handout and a pen/pencil as no electronic devices (phones, tablets, laptops) are allowed in this facility.
Note: you will need to purchase your own lab coat.

Small Group Discovery Experience

Whilst no offical SGDE will be offered in Human Biology IA, there will be numerous opportinities throughout the semester to work in groups with other students.

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment in Human Biology IA consists of:

1. End-Of-Module Quizzes (x 5 @ 4% each) = 20%
2. Tests (x 2 @ 7.5% each) = 15%
3. RSD Tasks = 25%
5. Examination = 40%
TOTAL = 100%

Detailed information, including due dates, can be found in the MyUni wesbite for this course.

Assessment Related Requirements

To achieve a pass grade for the course, students must:
1. Attend at least 80% of all scheduled laboratory sessions and 80% of all tutorials (except in cases where valid medical or compassionate documentation for absences is supplied).
2. Obtain a minimum aggregate grade of at least 40% for the final examination. [The final examination is weighted at 40% of the total course grade.]
3. Actively contribute to the major RSD assignment. [It is unlikely that a student will achieve a pass grade for the course if they haven't completed this assignment as it is worth 25% of the final grade].

Assessment Detail

Detailed information on assessment tasks can be found in the MyUni website for this course.

Submission

Detailed information on assessment task submission can be found in the MyUni website for this course.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

Student Feedback

The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.

SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.

The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as CEQ surveys and Program reviews.

SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at least once every 2 years. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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