SPMA401 – Human Anatomy and Physiology
Module code
SPMA401
Module title
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Prescription
The aim of this module is to introduce the students to the science of anatomy and physiology as they relate to the human body. Anatomy is the study of the structure of the body and physiology is the study of the function of the body.
Programmes
- SP1005
- SP7000
NZQA Level
Level 4
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Based
Learning hours
- Directed hours
- 90
- Self directed hours
- 60
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- On successful completion of this module, it is expected that students will be able to:
1.0 Describe the general structure and organisation of the human body
The terms anatomy, physiology and homeostasis are defined.
Organ systems of the body and their general functions are described.
2.0 Describe the human cardiovascular system
Describe the normal structure and function and major blood vessels.
Describe factors influencing normal heart function, circulation and blood pressure.
3.0 Describe the human musculoskeletal system
Describe the normal structure and function of the bones of the skeleton.
Describe the normal structure and function of the muscular articulations of the skeleton.
Describe the normal structure and function of the muscular system.
4.0 Describe the human respiratory system
Describe the normal structure and function of the respiratory system.
5.0 Describe the nervous system of the human body
Describe the normal structure and function of nervous tissue
Describe the normal structure and function of the central and peripheral nervous system.
Describe the relationship between the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches of the autonomic nervous system
6.0 Describe the endocrine system of the human body
Describe the normal structure and function of the glands of the endocrine system.
7.0 Describe the integumentary system of the human body in relation to massage
Describe the normal structure and function of the skin.
Describe the normal structure and function of the hair and nails.
8.0 Describe the human lymphatic system
The normal structure and function of the lymphatic system is identified.
Describe the lymph and lymph circulation.
Describe the role of the lymphatic system in the immune response. - Content
- Introduction to anatomy and physiology
Cardiovascular system
Musculoskeletal system
Respiratory system
Nervous system
Endocrine system
Integumentary system
Lymphatic system - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Teaching strategies and learning methods will include:
Flexible delivery
Workbooks
Study guides
Web based technology - Assessment Criteria
- Assignments
Test
Exam
To pass this module student must complete all assignments and accumulate an overall module mark of no less than 50 percent - Learning and Teaching Resource
- Texts and readings will be determined by the lecturer and will be provided to the student in the individual module handbook.
