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ORHL1104: Life Sciences I
2024 unit information
This unit of study occupies as a significant portion of learning in Year 1 and is gradually replaced by clinically focused units of study as the course progresses. As a foundational unit of study, students are introduced to the head and neck anatomy and the biochemical and biological processes which are fundamental to life, cells and tissues.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Department of Medical Sciences
| Code | ORHL1104 |
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| Academic unit | Department of Medical Sciences |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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None |
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Corequisites:
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ORHL1101 and ORHL1102 |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. understand the biological principles of molecular, cellular, tissue and organ system processes that provide the intellectual basis for oral health
- LO2. understand the head and neck anatomy, histology and embryology knowledge related to oral health practice
- LO3. understand the microbiological principles of infection prevention and control
- LO4. understand the principles of pharmacology in using therapeutic agents relevant to oral health practice
- LO5. locate and apply scientific evidence in a critical manner to support oral health care.
Unit availability
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