EHR119 Anatomy and Physiology for Human Movement I (8)

CSU Discipline Area: Exercise Science (EXSCI)

Duration: One session

Abstract:

This subject is an introduction to the structure and biological function of the human body. Emphasis is placed on developing and understanding of the body structures and integrated functions between systems and how these systems are aligned with human movement, fitness and health.

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Session 1
Internal	Bathurst

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EHR119

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Enrolment restrictions:

Bachelor of Exercise Science students Bachelor of Sport Studies/Bachelor of Arts (Communication-Journalism) students Bachelor of Education (Health and Physical Education) students Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)/Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary)(PDHPE) students and as approved by Course Co-ordinator

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

- be able to define anatomy and physiology and describe the scope of each discipline;
- be able to describe the historical developments in the study of anatomy and physiology;
- be able to outline the different systems and levels of organisation in the human body and the characteristics of human life;
- be able to map the components that contribute to the chemical and cellular basis of life and how these regulate integrated body function;
- be able to depict the characteristics of different types of tissues and how these relate to function;
- be able to describe the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal system;
- be able to explicate the anatomy and physiology of the muscular system;
- be able to depict the different joint structures that support movement throughout the body;
- be able to portray the structure and function of the cardiovascular system in relation to homeostasis and human function;
- be able to identify and describe anatomical and physiological structures and functions using appropriate terminology.

Syllabus:

The subject will cover the following topics:

- Introduction and historical overview to anatomy and physiology and scope of these disciplines; - The human organism and levels of organisation; - Structure and function of cells and tissues; - Integumentary system; - Skeletal system; - Articulations and movement; - Muscular system; - Nervous system.

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