Session 2 Learning and Teaching Update
The decision has been made to conduct study online for the remainder of Session 2 for all units WITHOUT mandatory on-campus learning activities. Exams for Session 2 will also be online where possible to do so.
This is due to the extension of the lockdown orders and to provide certainty around arrangements for the remainder of Session 2. We hope to return to campus beyond Session 2 as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Some classes/teaching activities cannot be moved online and must be taught on campus. You should already know if you are in one of these classes/teaching activities and your unit convenor will provide you with more information via iLearn. If you want to confirm, see the list of units with mandatory on-campus classes/teaching activities.
Visit the MQ COVID-19 information page for more detail.
Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Patty Hodgson
Stephanie Marhoff-Beard
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Credit points |
Credit points
10
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This is an introductory unit which presents the basic concepts in gross anatomy, histology and embryology. All systems of the human body are introduced and described at the microscopic and macroscopic levels. The unit also focuses on clinical and surface anatomy. Anatomical models, histology slides and medical imagery are used in the practical sessions. |
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On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Special Consideration
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If you receive special consideration for the final exam, a supplementary exam will be scheduled in the interval between the regular exam period and the start of the next session. By making a special consideration application for the final exam you are declaring yourself available for a resit during the supplementary examination period and will not be eligible for a second special consideration approval based on pre-existing commitments. Please ensure you are familiar with the policy prior to submitting an application. You can check the supplementary exam information page on FSE101 in iLearn (bit.ly/FSESupp) for dates, and approved applicants will receive an individual notification one week prior to the exam with the exact date and time of their supplementary examination.
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Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Practical Test 2 | 20% | No | Saturday 06/11/2021 |
Final Theory Exam | 40% | No | University Official Exam Period |
Practical test 1 | 20% | No | Saturday 11/09/2021 |
Online Quizzes | 20% | No | Weeks 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 |
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: Saturday 06/11/2021
Weighting: 20%
Practical test (related to models and histology slides used during the practicals and tutorials). Test two will cover weeks 7-12.
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 25 hours
Due: University Official Exam Period
Weighting: 40%
This will cover the content of the entire semester. Questions will include multiple choice questions, short answer questions, short answer questions and annotate the diagram questions. The final exam covers weeks 1-13.
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: Saturday 11/09/2021
Weighting: 20%
Practical test (related to models and histology slides used during the practicals and tutorials). Test one will cover weeks 1-6.
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 4 hours
Due: Weeks 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12
Weighting: 20%
Six online quizzes completed fortnightly. Questions are based on the previous weeks lecture topics.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
This unit involves some essential on-campus learning activities which will be delivered in accordance with a COVID Safe plan. You will be expected to attend relevant on-campus activities unless the Public Health Order and/or University advice changes.
It will comprise:
1. One 1-hour and one 2-hour lecture per week (3-hours total), weeks 1-13. All lectures are pre-recorded and are available on iLearn. There are no face-to-face lectures.
2. Six on campus Saturday practical sessions, ranging from four to eight hours in length. Histology slides and anatomy models will be used. Two additional Saturdays will be dedicated to completing the practical exams.
Prescribed Textbook: Introduction to the Human Body, 11th Edition Gerard J. Tortora, Bryan H. Derrickson
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LECTURE |
ONLINE QUIZ |
LOCATION |
1 26 July |
Terminology and Orientation Cells, Basic Tissues, Epithelium |
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Online |
2 2 August |
Connective Tissue Axial Skeleton Appendicular Skeleton |
QUIZ 1 |
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Saturday August 07, 9-1pm Practical 1 Practical topics: cell biology, epithelium, bones, connective tissue |
On campus |
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3 09 August |
Joints Bone Tissue Muscle Tissue |
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Online |
4 16 August |
Embryology Skeletal Muscles |
QUIZ 2 |
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Saturday August 21, 9-5pm Practical 2 Practical topics: joints, specialised connective tissues, skeletal muscles, muscle tissue |
On campus |
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5 23 August |
Skin Cardiovascular System |
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Online |
6 30 August |
Blood Revision |
QUIZ 3 |
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Saturday September 04, 9-5pm Practical 3 Practical topics: heart and blood vessels |
On campus |
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7 06 September |
Lymphatic System Nervous Tissue Brain (Part 1) |
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Online |
Saturday September 11, 9-12pm Practical Test 1 |
On campus |
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13-26 September |
Mid semester break |
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8 27 September |
Brain (Part 2) and Cranial Nerves Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves Autonomic Nervous System
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QUIZ 4 |
Online |
Saturday October 2, 9-5pm Practical 4 Practical topics: Nervous system, respiratory system |
On campus |
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9 4 October |
Endocrine System Respiratory System |
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Online |
10 11 October |
Digestive System 1 Digestive System 2 |
QUIZ 5 |
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Saturday October 16, 9-5pm Practical 5 Practical topics: digestive system, urinary system |
On campus |
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11 18 October |
Special Senses Urinary System |
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Online |
12 25 October |
Somatic Senses and Motor Control Reproductive System
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QUIZ 6 |
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Saturday October 30, 9-1pm Practical 6 Practical topics: urinary system and reproductive systems |
On campus |
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13 1 November |
Surface Anatomy Revision |
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Online |
Saturday November 6, 9-12pm Practical Test 2 |
On campus |
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Unit information based on version 2021.02 of the Handbook