James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021
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BM1022 - Physiological Systems and Processes 2
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2021 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
| Administered by: | College of Public Health, Medical & Vet Sciences |
Available to Nursing Science and Sport & Exercise Science students (CAIRNS) only. TSV and CNS mixed attendance availabilities are restricted to students admitted to 78110E - Bachelor of Nursing Science [External].
Subject Description
- This subject introduces basic concepts of microbiology and the diversity of microorganisms to be fund in the natural environment. It then introduces the immune system and inflammation and how the body interacts with the microorganisms around it. Issues of immune deficiency are also addressed. It then introduces healthcare related microbiology and some of the major the pathogens which invade the body to cause disease and illness. Finally it introduces the discipline of pharmacology and applies the principles of this discipline to management of pain and inflammation.
Learning Outcomes
- define the major groups of microorganisms and list their defining features
- compare modes of transmission of microorganisms and identify treatment and prevention strategies
- explain introductory principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics and illustrate these concepts with exemplar drugs
- describe the components of the immune system and explain their roles in resistance to disease
Subject Assessment
- Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (20%) - Individual
- Oral > Presentation 1 - (20%) - Group
- Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (30%) - Individual
- Written > Test/Quiz 2 - (30%) - Individual
Note that 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.
Special Assessment Requirements
Obtain an overall cumulative mark of 50%. Attend 80% of practical classes (internal offerings) or attend residential week (mixed mode) to pass the subject. Must achieve a mark of at least 50% on the final exam
Inadmissible Subject Combinations: PP2201
Availabilities
Cairns, Study Period 2, Internal (Pathway) | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 26 Aug 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 26 Jul 2021 to Friday, 19 Nov 2021 |
| Coordinator(s): | Professor David Whitmore DR Kate Miller |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Kate Miller Assoc. Professor Jeffrey Warner DR Danica Vojisavljevic DR David Simcock |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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| Enrolment Restrictions: | Students in Pathway Courses |
Cairns, Study Period 2, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 26 Aug 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 26 Jul 2021 to Friday, 19 Nov 2021 |
| Coordinator(s): | Professor David Whitmore DR Kate Miller |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Kate Miller Assoc. Professor Jeffrey Warner DR Danica Vojisavljevic DR David Simcock |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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Cairns, Study Period 2, Mixed attendance, (Face to Face dates exist for this availability) | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 26 Aug 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 26 Jul 2021 to Friday, 19 Nov 2021 |
| Face to face teaching: | (TBA) |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Danica Vojisavljevic |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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| Restrictions: | Enrolment is restricted. |
| Enrolment Restrictions: | Courses:
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Mackay, Study Period 2, Mixed attendance, (Face to Face dates exist for this availability) | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 26 Aug 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 26 Jul 2021 to Friday, 19 Nov 2021 |
| Face to face teaching: | (Face to face dates exist for this subject) |
| Coordinator(s): | Professor David Whitmore DR Kate Miller |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Kate Miller Assoc. Professor Jeffrey Warner DR Danica Vojisavljevic DR David Simcock |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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Mount Isa, Study Period 2, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 26 Aug 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 26 Jul 2021 to Friday, 19 Nov 2021 |
| Coordinator(s): | Professor David Whitmore DR Kate Miller |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Kate Miller Assoc. Professor Jeffrey Warner DR Danica Vojisavljevic Assoc. Professor Catherine Rush DR David Simcock |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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Townsville, Study Period 2, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 26 Aug 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 26 Jul 2021 to Friday, 19 Nov 2021 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Kate Miller |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Kate Miller Assoc. Professor Jeffrey Warner DR Danica Vojisavljevic DR David Simcock |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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Townsville, Study Period 2, Mixed attendance, (Face to Face dates exist for this availability) | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 26 Aug 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 26 Jul 2021 to Friday, 19 Nov 2021 |
| Face to face teaching: | (Face to face dates exist for this subject) |
| Coordinator(s): | Professor David Whitmore DR Kate Miller |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Kate Miller Assoc. Professor Jeffrey Warner MRS Leisa Sanderson DR Danica Vojisavljevic Assoc. Professor Catherine Rush DR David Simcock |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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| Restrictions: | Enrolment is restricted. |
| Enrolment Restrictions: | Courses:
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