EHR120 Anatomy and Physiology for Human Movement II (8)

CSU Discipline Area: Exercise Science (EXSCI)

Duration: One session

Abstract:

This subject extends the study of the human body systems and biological function commenced in EHR119 or EHR125. Significance is placed on the integration of the human systems with movement, fitness and health. The unity of form and function is highlighted throughout the content.

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Session 2
Internal	Bathurst

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EHR120

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) students and as approved by Course Co-ordinator

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

- be able to describe the structural and functional characteristics of the cardiovascular system;
- be able to distinguish the functional characteristics and the structural makeup of the respiratory system;
- be able to define the structural organisation and the regulatory functions of the endocrine system and the relationship this system has with the nervous system;
- be able to outline the anatomy of the lymphatic system and describe the role this system plays in immune function;
- be able to list the anatomical structures and describe the functions of the digestive system;
- be able to interpret the anatomical and functional relationships between nutrition, metabolism and temperature regulation in the human body;
- be able to delineate the anatomy and physiology of the urinary system and the maintenance of water, electrolyte and acid-base balance;
- be able to delineate the anatomical and physiological functions of the male and female reproductive systems;
- be able to describe and explain genetic structures and their functional outcomes.

Syllabus:

The subject will cover the following topics:

- Endocrine system; - Cardiovascular system; - Lymphatic and immune system; - Respiratory system; - Urinary system; - Digestive system; - Metabolism; - Reproductive system and genetics.

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