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Overview

An introduction to the structure and function of the musculoskeletal, nervous, endocrine and immune systems in the human body, and to biostatistics.

We all take for granted that our body functions under so many different conditions whether we are sitting at a desk, playing sport, eating or resting. In HUBS 191 you will have the opportunity to develop conceptual learning skills about the structure (Anatomy) and function (Physiology) of your body and how these systems work under different conditions. Modules include movement and the nervous system (Human Movement and Sensation), hormones (Endocrine system) and response to injury (Immune System) and the use of biostatistics to enhance our scientific understanding of the human body. The paper integrates this material to help you understand how and why our bodies are such amazingly efficient machines.

About this paper

Paper title Human Body Systems 1
Subject Human Body Systems
EFTS 0.15
Points 18 points
Teaching period Semester 1 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $1,318.20
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Restriction
ANAT 101, ANAT 120, PHSE 191, PHSL 101, PTWY 131
Schedule C
Science
Eligibility
Essential for Health Sciences First Year; BSc majors in Anatomy, Physiology, Neuroscience, Human Nutrition and Microbiology; and BBiomedSc majors in Functional Human Biology, Infection and Immunity, Reproduction, Genetics and Development, Molecular Basis of Health and Disease, Drugs and Human Health and Nutrition and Metabolism in Human Health.
Contact
Course Administrator: Mr Philip Kelly Professional Practice Fellow
Teaching staff

Academic Course Convenor: Associate Professor Jeff Erickson
Lecturers include:

Dr Rebecca Bird

Dr Charlotte King

Associate Professor Robin Turner

Philip Kelly

Dr Rob Munn

Associate Professor Joanna Kirman

Professor Alexander McLellan

Paper Structure
Teaching Arrangements

You will attend three lectures each week. Lectures are also video streamed and recorded. You will participate in a 3-hour laboratory session on alternate weeks.

Textbooks

Recommended: Martini, Ober, Nath, Bartholomew, Petti (2018). Visual Anatomy and Physiology and Martini’s Atlas of the Human Body. 3rd Edn, Pearson.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Global perpective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

Successfully completing HUBS 191 gives you the essential building blocks of knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. This knowledge will underpin your further study in a wide range of Health Science disciplines. These include both Bachelor of Science (BSc) and biomedical science (BBiomedSc) majors and minors. HUBS 191 is part of the Health Sciences First Year programme required for access to a range of Professional Health Science qualifications.

Overview

An introduction to the structure and function of the musculoskeletal, nervous, endocrine and immune systems in the human body, and to biostatistics.

We all take for granted that our body functions under so many different conditions whether we are sitting at a desk, playing sport, eating or resting. In HUBS 191 you will have the opportunity to develop conceptual learning skills about the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of your body and how these systems work under different conditions.

Modules include movement and the nervous system (Human Movement and Sensation), hormones (Endocrine system) and response to injury (Immune System) and the use of biostatistics to enhance our scientific understanding of the human body. The paper integrates this material to help you understand how and why our bodies are such amazingly efficient machines.

About this paper

Paper title Human Body Systems 1
Subject Human Body Systems
EFTS 0.15
Points 18 points
Teaching period Semester 1 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Restriction
ANAT 101, ANAT 120, PHSE 191, PHSL 101, PTWY 131
Schedule C
Science
Eligibility

Essential for:

  • Health Sciences First Year
  • BSc majors in Anatomy, Physiology, Neuroscience, Human Nutrition and Microbiology
  • BBiomedSc majors in Functional Human Biology, Infection and Immunity, Reproduction, Genetics and Development, Molecular Basis of Health and Disease, Drugs and Human Health and Nutrition and Metabolism in Human Health
  • Contact
    Course Administrator: Mr Philip Kelly (Professional Practice Fellow)
    Teaching staff

    Academic Course Convener: Associate Professor Jeff Erickson

    Lecturers include:

  • Dr Rebecca Bird
  • Dr Charlotte King
  • Professor Robin Turner
  • Philip Kelly
  • Dr Rob Munn
  • Associate Professor Joanna Kirman
  • Professor Alexander McLellan
  • Paper Structure
    Teaching Arrangements

    You will attend three lectures each week. Lectures are also video streamed and recorded. You will participate in a three-hour laboratory session on alternate weeks.

    Textbooks

    Recommended: Martini, F., Ober, W., Nath, J., Bartholomew, E., & Petti, K. (2018). Visual Anatomy and Physiology and Martini’s Atlas of the Human Body (3rd ed.). Pearson.

    Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
    View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
    Learning Outcomes

    Successfully completing HUBS 191 gives you the essential building blocks of knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. This knowledge will underpin your further study in a wide range of Health Science disciplines. These include both Bachelor of Science (BSc) and biomedical science (BBiomedSc) majors and minors. HUBS 191 is part of the Health Sciences First Year programme required for access to a range of Professional Health Science qualifications.

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