1 Semester

Equivalent to 5 Hours per Week

Online

Nil

Nil

Credit Points: 12.5 Credit Points

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Aims & Objectives:

To develop a general understanding of the structures associated with key physiological systems in cardiovascular perfusion, and to develop skills in scientific report writing.

Teaching Methods:

Online, CD-ROM & Internet links, newsgroup & email.

Assessment:

Scientific report, online discussion contribution, essay, examination/tests.

Generic Skills Outcomes:

• Graduates are capable in their chosen professional areas.
• Graduates operate effectively in work & community situations.
• Graduates are adaptable & manage change.
  
  

Cardiovascular Perfusion Attributes:

• Graduates have an in-depth understanding of the physiology of the cardiovascular perfusion systems.
• Graduates have the ability to communicate their science knowledge to others.
  
  

• Generally locate & describe anatomical structures in the systems.
• Summarise their position, origin, terminations & functions.
• Comprehend & summarise scientific articles.
• Write a scientific report.

Content:

Study the basic anatomy and structures of the systems associated with cardiovascular perfusion:

• Cardiovascular system – basic structures & anatomy of the heart & blood vessels; common anomalies & congenital heart diseases;
• Central & autonomic nervous system;
• Renal system – the basic anatomy of the kidneys;
• Respiratory system – the lungs & airways;
• Congenital lesions - contrasting physiological structures & function associated with congenital lesions in all systems under study.

Reading Materials:

Supplementary course materials available through distance learning.

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