This unit presents the gross anatomy, functional histology, and physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory, and urinary systems, along with the characteristics of body fluids and acid-base balance. Emphasis is placed on how these systems respond and adapt to exercise, and how structural and functional impairments can lead to disease. Laboratory classes include the study of human cadavers, and attendance is compulsory. Students that achieve a pass will gain professionally relevant foundational knowledge of anatomy and physiology in both healthy and pathological states. Students that achieve higher grades will demonstrate the ability to synthesize knowledge across body systems and develop well-reasoned solutions for clinical and exercise-related problems.
Unit details and rules
| Academic unit | Department of Medical Sciences |
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| Credit points | 6 |
| Prerequisites
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None |
| Corequisites
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None |
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Prohibitions
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BIOS2170 |
| Assumed knowledge
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None |
| Available to study abroad and exchange students | Yes |
Teaching staff
| Coordinator | Jaimie Polson, jaimie.polson@sydney.edu.au |
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| Lecturer(s) | Elizabeth Hegedus, elizabeth.hegedus@sydney.edu.au |
| Jaimie Polson, jaimie.polson@sydney.edu.au | |
| Jin Huang, jin.huang@sydney.edu.au | |
| Ashik Srinivasan, ashik.srinivasan@sydney.edu.au |