James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2016

BM1041 - Anatomy and Physiology for Physiotherapy 1

Credit points: 03
Year: 2016
Student Contribution Band: Band 2
Administered by: College of Public Health, Medical & Vet Sciences

Available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Bachelor of Physiotherapy IHCAP Program of the Bachelor of Physiotherapy Honours Program only.

This subject will introduce the principles of human body structure and function as relevant for students of physiotherapy. This includes an introduction to cells and tissues, the nervous system and the function and relationships of bone, muscle, and joints. A detailed study of the gross anatomical structure and functional anatomy of the skull, neck, vertebral column, and upper limb will then be undertaken. An integrated understanding of the human body will be achieved with practical sessions, including the study of human cadaveric material, and functional and clinical case-studies to facilitate the integration of material and the correlation of structure to function.

Learning Outcomes

Inadmissible
Subject
Combinations:
BM1031 BM1051 BM1061 BM1071 MH1061 MH1062

Availabilities

Townsville, Internal, Study Period 1
Census Date 24-Mar-2016
Coordinator: Dr Pam Megaw
Contact hours:
  • 35 hours lectures
  • 18 hours practicals
  • 8 hours workshops/Seminars
  • 8 hours - Self-directed Learning
    Assessment:end of semester exam (50%); quizzes or tests (35%); presentations (15%).

    Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.