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MD1001:03

Human Biology

Townsville

HECS Band 3

13 hours lectures, 52 hours other. Full year.

Available to level 1 students enrolled in the MBBS program.

Staff:

Dr L Crane.

This subject will introduce students to concepts of the origin of humans and human development. It will introduce reproductive anatomy and processes and will discuss major milestones in the human lifespan including puberty, menopause and death.

Learning Objectives:

to understand the nature of the origin of humans and to be aware of related issues and theories;

to understand the essentials of reproductive anatomy and physiology and to be able to identify major anatomical and histological features of the reproductive tract;

to know and understand the early events in embryogenesis and the major milestones in foetal/neonatal development;

to be able to recognise and interpret results of imaging technologies at a gross anatomical level and to appreciate the uses and limitations of imaging technologies in reproductive medicine;

to develop an understanding of the major milestones during ageing;

to understand and appreciate the physiological, cultural and health issues related to the major milestones of human development and reproduction including fertility and fertility management, puberty, pregnancy, fertility management and issues of ageing and death.

This subject is assessed within an integrated assessment program for all subjects during the academic year. Students must participate in all formative assessment tasks to achieve eligibility to sit summative assessment tasks that include in Semester 1 an integrated written assignment (10% of the year's marks) and in Semester 2 an integrated examination consisting of a written component (60%) and practical component (30%). Attendance at clinical skills sessions is mandatory and completion to a satisfactory level is required.