SSS025 Introduction To Bioscience (6)
CSU Discipline Area: Unallocated to a CSU Discipline code (OTHER)
Duration: One session (or one term)
Abstract:
The aim of this subject is to provide students with foundation material relevant to studies in human bioscience. The subject covers the language of biosciences, an introduction to clinically relevant mathematics, physics and chemistry, and an introduction to the human body.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Term 1 | |
|---|---|
| Distance | Wagga Wagga | Term 2 |
| Distance | Wagga Wagga | Term 3 |
| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: SSS025
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- Be able to correctly use common medical and anatomical terminology
- Be able to explain basic chemical concepts and perform mathematical calculations relevant to bioscience
- Be able to explain the primary structures and function of the body systems
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
* Review of basic mathematical principles relevant to biomedical sciences (e.g. measurement dimensions, unit conversions, metric system, scientific notation, interpreting data tables and graphs) * Foundations of chemistry including elements and atoms, ion formation, molecule formation and bonding principles, chemical reactions, bioenergetics, types and characteristics of molecules including organic and inorganic compounds * Introduction to physics covering concepts of force, pressure, flow , resistance, elastance and compliance * Structure and function of cells and their organisation into tissues, organs and organ systems * Primary structure and function of each of the body systems and associated terminology
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.