ANAT SC 2109 - Biology and Development of Human Tissues

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2017

Ever wondered about the biological development of your organ systems? Building on the knowledge of basic tissues gained in Human Biology 1A and 1B, Biology and Development of Human Tissues investigates the microscopic cells and tissues that make up some of your major organs. Topics include blood, cardiovascular, digestive, lymphoid, respiratory, renal, endocrine and reproductive systems. You will also learn about gametes, fertilisation, implantation and embryonic and placental development. Moreover, the course will provide you with an insight into the role of cell biology in biomedical research.

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Course Details

Course Code	ANAT SC 2109
Course	Biology and Development of Human Tissues
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
Incompatible	ANAT SC 2500
Assumed Knowledge	ANAT SC 1102 & ANAT SC 1103
Restrictions	Available to B Health Sci, B Psych (Hons) & B Psych Sci students only
Assessment	Histological slide analysis, oral presentation, topic review assignments

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Eleanor Peirce

Course Coodinator: Dr Eleanor Peirce
Phone: +61 8 8313 5191
Email: eleanor.peirce@adelaide.edu.au
Location: Room N111d, Level 1, Medical School North

Lecturer & Co-coordinator: Dr Kim Hynes
Phone: +61 8 8313 2242
Email: kim.hynes@adelaide.edu.au
Location: Room N127, Level 1, Medical School North

Course Timetable

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

Course Learning Outcomes

1	Understand structure-function relationships within and between cells and tissues of myeloid and lymphoid organs, and selected components of the cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, renal, endocrine, and reproductive systems.
2	Recognise and inter-relate the normal two-dimensional appearance of cells and tissues at the light and electron microscopic levels with their in vivo three-dimesnional states.
3	Understand that histological structure is interpreted from a series of still representations taken at different functioning states of the organism.
4	Understand and explain the processes and developmental events of fertilisation, implantation, early stage embryos and placenta formation.
5	Demonstrate competence in using electronic databases and other search methods to source credible scientific information.
6	Compile, evaluate, critically analyse, appropriately reference and present scientific information using a variety of communication formats.
7	Work effectively as an individual and in groups in the pursuit of scientific knowledge.

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, 6, 7
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	2, 3, 4, 5, 6
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	5, 6, 7
Career and leadership readiness technology savvy professional and, where relevant, fully accredited forward thinking and well informed tested and validated by work based experiences	5, 6
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	5, 6, 7

Learning Resources

Required Resources

Essential Textbook
Both textbooks are suitable; select according to readability and learning style.

Either
Pawlina, W & Ross, MH (2016) Histology: A Text and Atlas 7th Ed. Wolters Kluwer, Philadelphia. ISBN 978-1-4511-8742-7
Or
Mescher, AL (2013) Junqueira's Basic Histology 13th Ed, McGraw Hill, New York. ISBN 978-0-0717-8033-9

Recommended Resources

Histology Texts
Kerr, JB. (2010) Functional histology, 2nd ed. Mosby Elsevier, Sydney
Young B, Woodford P, O’Dowd G. (2014) Wheater’s Functional Histology, 6th ed. Churchill Livingstone, London.
Kierszenbaum AL, Tres L. (2012) Histology and Cell Biology, 3rd ed. Mosby Elsevier, Philadelphia

Other Reference Textbooks and Sources
Textbooks on Cellular Biology (eg. Molecular Biology of the Cell, Alberts et al)
Anatomy and Physiology texts (eg. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, Tortora and Derrickson

Physiology texts (eg. Human Physiology, Sherwood) etc. will also be very helpful BUT will not be a complete replacement for the recommended texts.

It is assumed that students will also obtain information from scientific journals and specialised books online or from the Barr Smith Library.

Electronic Resources

Links to a range of suitable electronic resources (e.g. animations, video clips, histology image libraries or websites) that support and/or extend course content are available in the course on MyUni.

Online Learning

All the learning and teaching resources for lectures, practicals and tutorials are available on MyUni, as well as assignments, assignment coversheets, additional images for each practical, answers to tutorials and practical questions, and question papers for past exams and mid-semester tests. Recordings of lectures are also available for most lectures on MyUni.

The following items are available online via MyUni to all students enrolled in the course:

All learning and teaching resources for face-to-face classes, e.g. prepared notes, links to animations, video clips, external websites and databases, activity worksheets, additional images for practicals.

Mymedia recordings of most lectures. Discussions from practical and tutorial classes will not be recorded.
Students are expected to attend and actively participate in these classes.

Assessment items, e.g. quizzes, student seminar guidelines, slide description task. Feedback on assessment, e.g. quiz answers, marking rubrics and written comments on assignments.

Revision materials including answers to tutorials and practical questions, and question papers for previous year's exams and mid-semester tests.

Learning & Teaching Modes

Biology and Development of Human Tissues is presented via lecture, tutorial, practical class, and workshop formats. Attendance at practicals, workshops and tutorials is compulsory and these classes require prior preparation.

Workload

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

Contact Hours Activity	Hours	Total Hours
Lectures Practicals Tutorials	31 hours 22 hours 10 hours	63 hours
Exams, tests	30 minute mid-semester test 150 minute theory exam 30 minute practical exam	3.5 hours
	Total Contact Hours	66.5 hours
Non-Contact Hours Activity	Hours	Total hours
Independent study & revision	2 hours/week	24 hours
Class Preparation	10 hours preparation for tutorials 8 hours preparation for practicals	18 hours
Assessment tasks	35 hours preparation for presentations, slide analysis, topic reviews, progress test and final exams	35 hours
	Total Non-Contact Hours	77 hours
Total Workload	Hours/Semester Hours/Week*	143.5 hours 12 hrs/wk

*Expected workload for 3-unit courses is 12 hours per week.

Learning Activities Summary

A detailed weekly timetable of topics for face-to-face classes is available on MyUni.

Topics include:

Cardiovascular System
Functional histology of blood vessels, capillaries & microcirculation.
Functional histology of the heart

Blood Cells
Life history of red blood cells.
Life history of leukocytes and platelets.

Lymphoid System
Lymph circulation, structure-function relationships of lymph nodes.
T and B lymphocytes, features of the thymus, structure-function relationships of the spleen.

Endocrine Tissue
General structural biology of endocrines; immunocytochemical identification of endocrine cells.
Characteristics of hypothalamus, pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal and pancreatic islets of Langerhans.

Digestive System
Generic structure of the gastrointestinal tract
Regional specialisation including structural basis of digestion, absorption, barrier/immunity.
Regulation and integration of digestive processes, cellular differentiation and division.
Functional histology of the liver.

Reproductive Systems
Exocrine and endocrine functions of the testis
Follicular dynamics of the ovary.
Structural and functional changes of the uterus during the menstrual cycle
Prostate and breast in health and disease

Reproductive Biology and Early Embryology
Fertilization
Implantation
Early embryo development
Formation of the placenta
Contraception
Causes and treatment of infertility

Respiratory System
Microstructure and function of upper respiratory tract.
Functional microstructure of lungs.

Kidneys
Overview of renal system
Microstructural basis of kidney function.

Small Group Discovery Experience

There is no official SGDE in Biology and Development of Human Tissues, however several opportunities exist whereby students interact in small groups to undertake research or communicate research findings.

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 Task	Assessment Type	Weighting	Learning Outcome(s) being addressed
Final Theory Exam	Summative	40%	1, 4
Final Practical Exam	Summative	10%	1, 2, 3, 4
Topic Reviews	Formative and Summative	25%	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Progress Test	Formative and Summative	5%	1, 2, 3
Student Presentations	Formative and Summative	10%	1, 2, 5, 6, 7
Slide Analysis Assignment	Formative and Summative	10%	1, 2, 3, 6

Assessment Related Requirements

Students must meet the following requirements to be awarded a pass grade in Biology and Development of Human Tissues:

1. A mark of at least 40% (i.e. 20/50) must be attained for the combined theory and practical examinations.

2. Students must attend all student presentation sessions and 90% of tutorial and practical classes, except in cases based on medical/compassionate grounds that have been notified to staff via histology@adelaide.edu.au. Attendance at and participation in these classes is recorded.

Students are strongly encouraged to attempt all assessments (exams, topic reviews, slide analysis and student presentations) to maximise their grades.

Assessment Detail

Final Theory exam (40%) & Practical Exam (10%). These assessments evaluate the individual student’s understanding and knowledge of the contents in the course and reflect the learning outcomes from the formative and summative assessment tasks during the semester.

Topic Reviews (25%) These tasks encourage continual learning processes. An understanding of basic principles, introduced early in the course, is necessary to enable students to progressively incorporate and apply their learning to more complex topics and situations as the course progresses.

Progress Test (5%) The progress test evaluates student’s individual learning and understanding early in the course, increases awareness of the expected level of knowledge/performance and enables timely implementation of a remediation strategy should it be required.

Student Presentation (10%) This task has summative and formative components and aims to further develop student's scientific research and communication skills within a discipline specific context. Students are provided with detailed instructions, guidelines, and examplars of acceptable and unacceptable presentations. A face-to-face preparation workshop may also be provided.

Slide Analysis (10%) This task assesses the student’s skills in examining a histological section, identifying its components and distinguishing between what cells and structures are theoretically present in a section of an organ and what are actually identifiable in a given histological section. Students who achieve low grades in this assessment have the opportunity to repeat the assignment and consolidate their skills.

Submission

Submission Process
All assessment tasks (except examinations) must be submitted online via MyUni. Check the online instructions for individual assessment tasks in the Course Assessment module on MyUni.

Submission Deadlines
All submission deadlines are prominently displayed in MyUni - Course Information, at the commencement of the course. Deadlines are also attached to the submission portal for each assessment task.

Penalties for Late Submission
All assessment tasks must be received by the advertised due date. Late submissions will be marked, however penalties (a deduction of 10% of the mark allocated for the assessment/per day) will be applied up until 7 days post-deadline where an automatic 0 will apply.

Results and Feedback
Scores for automatically marked quizzes will be available immediately upon submission, with feedback on correct and incorrect answers provided one week following the submission deadline to allow for submission by students with approved extensions of deadline. The anticipated turn-around for feedback and return of other types of assessment is 2-3 weeks after the submission deadline. While every endeavour is made to achieve this, delays may occur due to staff workload.

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.

PRIMARY EXAMINATIONS
Semester 1 primary exams will be held from late June to early July. The exam timetable is available mid May.
For Biology and Development of Human Tissues the practical exam will be held during Swot Vac in the computer suites,
Barr Smith South, Rooms 1059, 1060, 1063.
The theory exam will be held at the Adelaide Showgrounds, Wayville during the examination period.

SEMESTER 1 REPLACEMENT/ ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT
Details on replacement/ additional assessment can be found at: https://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/exams/

Semester 1 replacement/ additional assessments will be held in the last week of the mid-year break.
For Biology and Development of Human Tissues, the replacement/additional assessment theory exam is held in the morning at the North Tce Campus, University of Adelaide and the practical exam is held in the afternoon of the same day in Barr Smith South, Room 1063, unless otherwise advised.

NB: PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE REPLACEMENT/ ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT WILL NOT BE OFFERED AT A VENUE OUTSIDE THE NORTH TERRACE CAMPUS, UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE, OR ON A DIFFERENT DAY.

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.

In response to students’ comments given in SELT surveys, lectures are now recorded and available on MyUni. Images and answers from tutorial and practical assignments are now made available on MyUni. Many practicals have also been revamped in response to students’ suggestions.
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