University of Technology SydneyHandbook 2007

91531 Fundamentals of Pathophysiology 1

6cp; 5hpw

This subject provides an introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the healthy human body. Lectures are complemented by an appropriate practical program. The content includes the levels of organisation in the body – basic anatomy, anatomical terms, surface anatomy, body regions and an overview of major organ systems; transport of materials across membranes, osmosis diffusion and active transport; the general structure and functional significance of the major organ systems; basic microbiology and aseptic technique; the basic principles of pharmacology; the structure, function, histology, microbiology, pharmacology and pathophysiology of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems; and an introduction to fluid, acid-base and electrolyte balance.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus

Fee information

2007 contribution for post-2004 Commonwealth-supported students: $889.75
2007 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,250.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
Note: The above fees are applicable in 2007 for Commonwealth-supported students who commenced after 2004 and domestic fee-paying undergraduate students only. Pre-2005 Commonwealth-supported students should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students webpage.
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth supported places, and not all subjects are available to Commonwealth supported students. Domestic fee-paying students and international students should refer to the Fees webpage.

Access conditions

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