Human Body 1

Undergraduate | 2026

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BIOL 1016
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Course ID
203001
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Adelaide City Campus
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Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Adelaide University
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Course level
1
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No
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Course overview

The aim of this course is to develop students' understanding of the structure and function of the healthy human body as it interacts with the environment. Scientific/medical terminology; level of body organisation; homeostasis; cells; tissues; structure and functions of haematological, cardiovascular, lymphatic, reproductive, urinary, respiratory and endocrine systems; growth and development; relevant chemistry and physics concepts; physiological concepts in the context of person centred care. Basic pharmacology and physiological adaptations.

Course learning outcomes

  • Apply a range of scientific and medical terminology to describe the structures and functions of the human body.
  • Describe the normal structure and functions of cells and tissues and apply this knowledge to other body systems.
  • Explain how the body systems interact with each other to function as a whole and maintain homeostasis.
  • Discuss relevant chemical/physical concepts to understand body functions.
  • Explain structure and function of: haematological, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, reproductive and urinary systems.
  • Demonstrate linking underlying physiological principles to the care of a person.
  • Explain the concept of continuity of the human species and the physiological and anatomical changes that occur over a lifespan.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed BIOL1047 Human Body 1 at the University of South Australia

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