BMA1011 Foundations of anatomy and physiology for health practice 1
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
BMA1011 Foundations of anatomy and physiology for health practice 1 is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 at Caulfield and Peninsula. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 5 units, leading on to 12 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 1
- Caulfield, Peninsula
- Assessment
- Exam 40%
- and 3 other tasks
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Requisites
Before BMA1011
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After BMA1011
5 units list BMA1011 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in one of the following courses:
A2017, M2011, M2012, M2013, M2014, M2002, M20021, M20022, M20023, M20024, M20171, M20172
Overview
This unit is the first of two units designed to educate allied health and health science students about the anatomical structures and physiological functions of the systems of the human body. You will be introduced to the structural and functional relationships of the integumentary, musculoskeletal and nervous systems and how they work together to maintain homeostasis.
Throughout the unit, real world connections will be made with the systems addressed so that you will understand the relevance of the topics included in the unit to the health and human science disciplines.
This unit will be taught using a combination of online and face-to-face classes that emphasise the use of active and collaborative learning to promote student understanding and engagement.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | On campus |
| First semester | Peninsula | On campus |
Assessment
- Workshop team assessmentProjectCompetency hurdle20%
- Anatomy flag raceDemonstration15%
- Learning journal (1,500 words)Portfolio25%
- End of semester exam (2 hours and 10 mins)Examination40%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Explain the biochemical, cellular and tissue organisation that underpins the anatomical and physiological function of the human body and how it contributes to homeostasis.
- 2
Discuss the roles of the integumentary, skeletal and muscular systems and how they support, protect and move the body.
- 3
Describe the neuronal mechanisms and pathways that underpin the sensory, integrative and responsive functions of the human body.
- 4
Integrate your anatomical and physiological understanding of body systems and apply this knowledge to health-based case studies.
- 5
Interact with team-members and unit content in a thoughtful manner that facilitates the development of communication, reflection, research and problem solving skills.
Workload and teaching
- Assessments3 hours
- Workshops24 hours
- Tutorials24 hours
- Lectures-
- Applied sessions2 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
5 - 6 contact hours per week (lectures, tutorials, workshops and practicals),
5 - 6 hours private study per week.
You will be expected to complete online pre and post work in a case-based learning setting that will be followed up in face-to-face classes.
For full details of the teaching approach to this unit, please refer to Moodle.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Amanda Davies
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Sharon Flecknoe
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for BMA1011?
BMA1011 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after BMA1011?
BMA1011 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 5 units, including BMA1012, FOR3001, PAR1002, PAR1022 and RAD2002. Those lead on to 12 units in all.
When is BMA1011 offered?
In 2027, BMA1011 runs in Semester 1 at Caulfield and Peninsula.
Does BMA1011 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 40% of the final mark, alongside 3 other tasks.