James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2022
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BM1011 - Physiological Systems and Processes 1
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2022 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
| Administered by: | College of Public Health, Medical & Vet Sciences (pre 2023 PCS) |
TSV and CNS Mixed attendance offerings available to Bachelor of Nursing Science [Pre-Registration] [External] [78110E] students only.
Subject Description
- The subject provides an introduction to physiology, including: an overview of cells tissues organs, organ systems and the basic functions of each, and how the organ systems function to maintain the environment within the body.
Learning Outcomes
- describe cellular composition, function, gene expression and homeostatic maintenance
- explain the function of skeletal, nervous and muscular systems in coordinating body movement and transmitting signals
- explain the function of the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, endocrine and reproductive systems in maintaining a regulated internal environment within the body
- discuss in detail the function of organ systems, including the impact of homeostatic imbalances and environmental factors, and communicate findings using appropriate scientific terminology
- analyse scientific materials to understand the basis of physiological measurements and use these measurements to determine whether the body is functioning normally
- complete basic health care related calculations relevant to clinical practice
Subject Assessment
- Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (40%) - Individual
- Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (20%) - Individual
- Oral > Presentation 1 - (20%) - Group
- Written > Test/Quiz 2 - (20%) - 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
Attend 80% of prac 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. Must achieve >50% overall.
Inadmissible Subject Combinations: PP2101
Availabilities
Cairns, Study Period 1, Internal (Pathway) | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 24 Mar 2022 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 21 Feb 2022 to Friday, 17 Jun 2022 |
| Coordinator(s): | Assoc. Professor David Simcock MISS Jessica Watt |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Sara Brice DR Danica Vojisavljevic MISS Jessica Watt Assoc. Professor 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 1, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 24 Mar 2022 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 21 Feb 2022 to Friday, 17 Jun 2022 |
| Coordinator(s): | Assoc. Professor David Simcock MISS Jessica Watt |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Sara Brice DR Danica Vojisavljevic MISS Jessica Watt Assoc. Professor David Simcock |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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Cairns, Study Period 1, Mixed attendance, (Face to Face dates exist for this availability) | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 24 Mar 2022 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 21 Feb 2022 to Friday, 17 Jun 2022 |
| Face to face teaching: | Tuesday, 17 May 2022 to Friday, 20 May 2022 |
| Coordinator(s): | Assoc. Professor David Simcock MISS Jessica Watt |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Sara Brice DR Danica Vojisavljevic MISS Jessica Watt MS Allison Jackson |
| 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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ISA, Study Period 1, Mixed attendance, (Face to Face dates exist for this availability) | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 24 Mar 2022 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 21 Feb 2022 to Friday, 17 Jun 2022 |
| Face to face teaching: | (Face to face dates as per Cairns or Townsville Mixed mode) |
| Coordinator(s): | Assoc. Professor David Simcock MISS Jessica Watt |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Sara Brice DR Danica Vojisavljevic MISS Jessica Watt MS Allison Jackson |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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Mackay, Study Period 1, Mixed attendance, (Face to Face dates exist for this availability) | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 24 Mar 2022 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 21 Feb 2022 to Friday, 17 Jun 2022 |
| Face to face teaching: | Wednesday, 20 Apr 2022 to Friday, 22 Apr 2022 |
| Coordinator(s): | Assoc. Professor David Simcock MISS Jessica Watt |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Sara Brice DR Danica Vojisavljevic MS Allison Jackson Assoc. Professor David Simcock |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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Townsville, Study Period 1, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 24 Mar 2022 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 21 Feb 2022 to Friday, 17 Jun 2022 |
| Coordinator(s): | Assoc. Professor David Simcock MISS Jessica Watt |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Sara Brice DR Danica Vojisavljevic MISS Jessica Watt Assoc. Professor David Simcock |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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Townsville, Study Period 1, Mixed attendance, (Face to Face dates exist for this availability) | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 24 Mar 2022 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 21 Feb 2022 to Friday, 17 Jun 2022 |
| Face to face teaching: | Tuesday, 10 May 2022 to Friday, 13 May 2022 |
| Coordinator(s): | Assoc. Professor David Simcock MISS Jessica Watt |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Sara Brice DR Danica Vojisavljevic MS Allison Jackson Assoc. Professor 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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