James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

BM1310 - Structure to Function: Control and Movement

Subject Description

This subject details the organisation, structure and function of the body with an emphasis on the role of the nervous and endocrine systems on control, regulation and movement. Anatomy and physiology, including of bones, joints and muscles, will be studied to understand movement and how it is controlled and regulated by the central and peripheral nervous systems. Topics will include bone growth and repair, muscle contraction and the nerve-muscle interface, as well as the role of neurons in communication.

Learning Outcomes

• explain the structure and function of bones, joints and muscles of the musculoskeletal system
• describe how the nervous and endocrine systems coordinate and work together to bring about homeostasis
• describe and identify the major structures and functions of the nervous system
• describe and identify the major structures and functions of the endocrine system

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (40%) - Individual
• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (30%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Practical assessment/practical skills demonstration - (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

Achieve an overall percentage of 50% or more (an aggregate of the on-course assessment and the final examination); Attend at least 80% of the overall lectures & practicals.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  PC1002 BM1004

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