Abstract

This subject begins the study of human bioscience. Relevant chemistry, physics and microbiology are introduced before beginning the study of normal structure and function of the human body. This subject focuses on the structure and function of the integumentary, musculoskeletal, and nervous systems.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics: Physical Sciences* Elements and atoms* Molecules and compounds* Electrolytes* Acids and bases* Buffers* Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids* Mechanical forces* Heat* Fluids* Electricity* RadiationMicrobiology* Major classes of microorganisms* Control of microbial growth* Control of the spread of infectionsHuman Body* Anatomical terminology* Cell … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
describe the nature and properties of matter;
2.
recognise simple chemical formulae and equations;
3.
recognise some important classes of chemical functional groups;
4.
describe the structure of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids;
5.
describe common applications of mechanical force, heat, electricity, fluids and radiation to health care;
6.
demonstrate understanding of the basic principles of microbiology;
7.
describe the human body using appropriate anatomical terminology;
8.
define homeostasis;
9.
describe processes that maintain homeostasis;
10.
describe the structure of the cell;
11.
describe the function of major cellular constituents;
12.
differentiate between the four tissue types (epithelial, connective, muscular and nervous) on the basis of structure, function and location;
13.
describe the body cavities and associated membranes;
14.
describe the structure and function of the integumentary system;
15.
demonstrate understanding of the role the integument plays in protection, sensation, fluid balance, temperature regulation, vitamin production and immunity;
16.
describe the structure and function of the skeletal system;
17.
demonstrate understanding of the process of bone growth;
18.
describe the structure and function of the muscular system;
19.
differentiate between the three major muscle types (skeletal, smooth, cardiac);
20.
identify major skeletal muscles;
21.
demonstrate understanding of muscle contraction;
22.
describe the structure and function of the nervous system (central, peripheral, autonomic, special senses); and
23.
demonstrate understanding of neurotransmission and neurointegration.