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Subject Outline
BMS161 - Health and the Human body: cells, immunity and

musculoskeletal system
Table of Contents
Subject Summary ...................................................................................................................2
Subject Coordinator ...............................................................................................................2
Subject Coordinator ..................................................................................................2
Email ..........................................................................................................................2
Phone .........................................................................................................................2
Campus ......................................................................................................................2
Building/Room number ............................................................................................2
Consultation procedures ..........................................................................................2
Subject Overview....................................................................................................................3
Abstract......................................................................................................................3
Learning outcomes....................................................................................................3
Subject content .........................................................................................................4
Academic Progress Requirements............................................................................4
Subject Schedule & Delivery ..................................................................................................5
Prescribed text...........................................................................................................5
Class/tutorial times and location .............................................................................5
Schedule ....................................................................................................................6
Learning materials.....................................................................................................9
Learning, teaching and support strategies ..............................................................9
Clinical requirements ................................................................................................9
Recommended student time commitment .............................................................9
Assessment and Exam Items ................................................................................................10
Essential requirements to pass this subject...........................................................10
Items ........................................................................................................................10
Online Quizzes/Prac Assessment ..............................................................11
Mid Session Exam.......................................................................................13
Final Open Book Exam...............................................................................17
Services & Support ...............................................................................................................21
Develop your study skills ........................................................................................21
Library Services .......................................................................................................21
Assessment and Exam Information .....................................................................................21
Academic Integrity ..................................................................................................21
Referencing..............................................................................................................22
How to submit your Assessment and Exam items.................................................22
Postal Assessment - submission process..................................................22
Hand delivered Assessment - submission process ..................................22
Alternative Assessment - submission process..........................................22
Interact2 - Online exam submission process ............................................22
Extensions................................................................................................................23
Charles Sturt University Subject Outline

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Charles Sturt University - TEQSA Provider Identification: PRV12018 (Australian University). CRICOS Provider: 00005F
How to apply for special consideration..................................................................23
Penalties for late submission..................................................................................23
Resubmission ..........................................................................................................23
Additional assessment and examinations .............................................................24
Feedback processes ................................................................................................25
Assessment return...................................................................................................25
Student Feedback & Learning Analytics ..............................................................................25
Evaluation of subjects .............................................................................................25
Changes and actions based on student feedback .................................................26
Learning analytics ...................................................................................................26
Policies & Regulations ..........................................................................................................26
Subject Outline as a reference document..............................................................26
Subject Summary
BMS161 - Health and the Human body: cells, immunity and musculoskeletal system
Session 1 2023
Faculty of Science and Health
School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences
Internal Mode
Credit Points 8
Welcome to a new session of study at Charles Sturt University. Please refer to the University's
Acknowledgement of Country (https://about.csu.edu.au/our-university/ethos/indigenous-
commitment).
Subject Coordinator
Subject Coordinator Dr Louise Pemberton

Email lpemberton@csu.edu.au
Phone 02 6051 9436
Campus Albury
Building/Room number 673/419
Consultation procedures
Your subject coordinator will be available for consultation. Email is the preferred mode of
communication to allow for timely responses and I can be emailed at
lpemberton@csu.edu.au (mailto:lpemberton@csu.edu.au). If your query is of a more general

nature where the answer is likely to be of interest or benefit to others in the class, please use
the discussion forum.
In all communication (email, phone etc), please provide the following information so that I can
best help you:
1. Your name and student number;

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2. Your telephone number;
3. The code and name of the subject related to your enquiry;
4. Your message;
5. Your e-mail address.
As this subject is a multi-campus subject, there is a BMS161 teaching team that has prepared
the subject resources. You are also welcome to contact any of the following teaching team
should you have any questions related to subject content.
Albury Distance
Lecturer Dr Linda Hazell
Email lhazell@csu.edu.au (mailto:lhazell@csu.edu.au)
Phone (02) 6582 9433
Building/Room Number 801/3011
Orange
Lecturer Dr Matthew Ireland
Email mireland@csu.edu.au (mailto:mireland@csu.edu.au)
Phone (02) 6338 4377
Building/Room Number 1008/Level 3
Port Macquarie
Lecturer Dr Linda Hazell
Email lhazell@csu.edu.au (mailto:lhazell@csu.edu.au)
Phone (02) 6582 9433
Building/Room Number 801/3011
If you have an urgent matter or more than 3 days have passed and you are unable to contact
your subject coordinator, please contact the School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences Office
Phone (02) 6338 4395.
Subject Overview
Abstract
This is an introductory subject which will familiarise students with the foundational concepts
of chemistry and biology as they relate to physiology. The subject begins by introducing
physiology at a molecular level and continues through cells, tissues and some organ systems,
including skeletal and integumentary systems. There is a focus on basic microbiology as it
pertains to infection and control of cross infection. Students apply their knowledge of cellular
communication to neurophysiology, endocrine and immune systems as a preparation for
further studies in pathophysiology, as they prepare for their future careers as allied health
professionals.
Learning outcomes

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Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
• describe how cells function and communicate to become the fundamental building
blocks of living organisms;
• describe the organisation of cells into tissues;
• explain the relevance of microbiology, immunology and control of cross infection for
allied health professionals;
• describe the structure and function of skin, muscle and bone at a foundational level as
it relates to pathophysiology;
• apply knowledge of cellular communication to inform a foundational understanding
of the neurophysiological, endocrine and immune systems; and
• demonstrate foundational skills in laboratory methods.
Subject content
The subject will cover the following topics:
Basic concepts in chemistry, biochemistry and metabolism
Basic laboratory skills
Introduction to human cells
Cell communication
Tissues
The Integumentary system
Bone and skeleton
Muscle
Neurotransmission
Microbiology
Infection control
Introduction to antibiotics, antiviral and antifungal agents
Personal hygiene
Immunology
Academic Progress Requirements

To remain enrolled as a student at Charles Sturt University, you must be a genuine student and
pass more than 50% of your subjects, along with other criteria set out in the Academic
Progress Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/document/view-current.php?id=513). If you are
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identified as a non-genuine student or fail to meet academic progress requirements, the
University may remove you from your subject and or course.
Being a genuine student means you are actively participating in your learning (e.g. submitting
assessment items and accessing Interact2). If you are receiving any type of Commonwealth
Assistance, including a Commonwealth Supported Place and/or any type of HELP loan and not
actively participating in your learning prior to the census date, you will be contacted by the
University to discuss your options. The University will also contact you if you are not meeting
academic progress (https://www.csu.edu.au/current-students/studying/support/academic-
progress) requirements and you maybe offered support or be required to engage with support
services.
Subject Schedule & Delivery
Prescribed text
Find information about required textbooks for your subject on the Current Students
(https://www.csu.edu.au/current-students/studying/library/textbooks) site. The Library
(https://library.csu.edu.au/) provides free access to many textbooks online; check the Library’s
catalogue before purchasing your textbooks.
• PRESCRIBED: VanPutte, C. Regan, J. Russo, A & Seeley, R. (2019). Seeley's

Anatomy and Physiology (12th ed.) New York: McGraw-Hill. ISBN 9781260565966.
Previous versions of Seeley's textbook are suitable to use for this subject.
• Anderson, D. Salm, S. Allen, D. Nester's Microbiology: A Human Perspective (8th ed.)

McGraw Hill. ISBN 00735 22597. (Recommended)
Class/tutorial times and location

To access your timetable visit Timetables (https://www.csu.edu.au/current-students/learning-
resources/information-planning/mytimetable). More information is available via the Student
Portal Class Timetable (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/study-essentials/timetable) page.

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Schedule
Assessment Due Dates

Week Commence Modules Other activities
(% of total grade)
Lecture 1: Introduction to the human body/

1 27th February
Homeostasis
Tutorial #1: Intro/

Lecture 2: Chemistry I - Chemical basis of life
Chemistry
2 6th March Lecture 3: Chemistry II - Electrolytes & concentration
Lecture 4: Chemistry III - Organic molecules & * Practical #1:

Metabolism Chemistry
Lecture 5: Microbiology I - Microbial world & Normal

flora
3 13th March
Lecture 6: Microbiology II - The Prokaryotic Cell
Assessed Quiz #1 due

Lecture 7: Microbiology III - Viruses & Antibiotics
*Practical #2: Friday March
Chemistry 17: Chemistry (2.5%)
Lecture 8: Microbiology IV - Epidemiology
Lecture 9: The Eukaryotic Cell I - Mitosis,

4 20th March
transcription, translation
Assessed quiz #2 due

Lecture 10: The Eukaryotic Cell II - Membrane * Practical #3:
Friday 24th March:
transport, & receptors Microbiology 1
Microbiology

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(2.5%)
HECS Census Date for Session

1: 24/Mar/2023
5 27th March Lecture 11: Tissues and tissue function
Assessed quiz #3 Friday

* Practical #4: 31st March: Eukaryotic cell,
Lecture 12: Revision for MSE
Microbiology 2 and Tissues and Tissues
(2.5%)
Lecture 13: On Campus Mid-Session Exam MID-SESSION EXAM (40%)

6 3rd April
Wednesday 5th April.
07/Apr/2023: Good Friday

Lecture 14: The Integumentary System
Public Holiday
10/Apr/2023: Easter Monday

7 10th April
Mid session break public holiday
8 17th April Mid session break
25/Apr/2023:ANZAC Day
9 24th April
Lecture 15: Bone physiology Public Holiday
Assessed quiz #4: Friday

Lecture 16: Immune system I - Lymphatics & Tutorial #2: Skin, Bone and 28th April: Integumentary
Inflammation Lymphatics* and Bone
10 1st May Lecture 17: Immune system II - Innate immunity
Practical #5:
Lecture 18: Immune system III - Adaptive immunity
Haematology

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Lecture 19: Nervous system I - Functional
11 8th May
organization & signals
Tutorial #3 Assessed quiz #5: Friday

Lecture 19: Nervous system I - Functional
Immune System 12th May: Immune system
organization & signals
(2.5%)
12 15th May Lecture 20: Nervous system II - Synapses & Senses
Lecture 20: Nervous system II - Synapses & Senses Tutorial #4: Nervous
Lecture 21:Muscle physiology 1 - Structure System
13 22nd May Lecture 21: Muscle physiology I - Structure
Tutorial #5:
Lecture 22: Muscle physiology II - Physiology
Musclular System
14 29th May Lecture 23: Revision and catch up
Assessed quiz #6 Friday

Lecture 24: Revision and catch up 2nd June: Nerves & Muscle
(2.5%)
FINAL EXAM (45%).

5th June -
15-16 Exam period
12th June 12/June/2023: King's
Birthday Public Holiday
*Each week will have either a tutorial class (5 total), or a practical class (5 total). Attendance at practicals is compulsory.
You must bring closed shoes, and lab coat to practical classes due to Health & Safety. Failure to do so may exclude you from the class.
You must achieve at least 80% attendance in all practical classes, unless you provide Special Consideration documentation, Medical Certificate
or other appropriate evidence.
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Learning materials
Details of learning materials that support your success in this subject can be found in the
Interact2 Subject Site.
Learning, teaching and support strategies

Resources provided for your use
This subject is delivered online through CSU’s Learning Management System, Interact2. Your
Interact site is designed to be easy to use, and an engaging place to study. In your subject site
you will find:
• Information on how to use the site

• Resources (such as lecture notes, practice quizzes, and lecture recordings, Practical
and Tutorial workbook) and
• Your Subject Outline
Your subject site is also a communication hub to facilitate your work and communication with
other students and your subject coordinator. Your subject coordinator will post information
and Announcements to Interact and you can link from there to the subject Forum.
The readings provide a selection of relevant texts, but are by no means a definitive collection
of material. As you work through this subject you will be required to move beyond what is in
the readings, and may need to seek out other sources of information. You are particularly
encouraged to make use of the university library and other internal information sources. There
is also a wealth of information contained in organisational and education sites on the internet
that may assist you in your studies.
The study materials on the Interact2 site provides a starting point for thought around the
important areas of interest in this subject and is designed to contain questions which focus
your efforts. The questions in the Practical and Tutorial workbook require you to draw upon
your own experience, as well as the relevant literature.
As you work through the various topics you are also encouraged to keep focused upon the
assessment questions contained in the assessment items section of this outline. They are
designed to reflect the learning objectives and relate to the material in the study guide. Finally,
if at anytime you are having difficulties or concerns with this subject or have a question for
which you cannot locate the relevant information please do not hesitate to contact your
subject coordinator.
Clinical requirements
Not applicable
Recommended student time commitment

This subject code is an 8 point subject. The CSU Subject Policy states that a standard 8 point
subject should require you to spend up to 160 hours engaged in the learning and teaching

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activities. These activities include the time spent in preparation for assessment, including
study for examinations, tests, and assignment preparation. Approximate time allocations
include
Engagement Approximate time per week
Lectures (pre-recording &/or live)

2 x 90 min per week for 12 teaching weeks = 36 hours
3 hours
total
Tutorials (Wk 1, 9, 11-13)

6 x ~90 min classes = 9 hours total
2 hours (tutorial or practical)
Practicals (Wk 2, 3, 4, 5 and 10)
5 x 120 min classes = 10 hours total
6 hours (personal study time)
Assessment preparation
14 weeks x 6 hours = 84 hours for the session (some
students will require more and some less than this)
5 minutes /week
Consultations with lecturer (2 hours for the session)
Assessment and Exam Items
Essential requirements to pass this subject

The final grade is based on the overall mark obtained from the three graded assessment items
in this subject including successful completion of laboratory practical attendance. To pass, you
need to attempt all assessment items and achieve 50% or greater overall.
To gain a minimum PASS grade for this subject you must:
• attempt all assessment tasks; AND

• achieve an aggregate minimum mark of 50% for the subject; AND
• attend ALL practical sessions (re: practicals are COMPULSORY with exception of a
medical certificate, special considerations and/or 80% attendance rate).
Students who do not meet these requirements will not be deemed to be at a PASS standard
and will receive a FAIL grade.
Items
Item No. Title Value Due Date* Return Date**
1 Online Quizzes/Prac Assessment 15% Variable -

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Item No. Title Value Due Date* Return Date**
2 Mid Session Exam 40% 05-Apr-2023 -
3 Final Open Book Exam 45% To be advised -

* Due date is the last date for assessment items to be received at the University
** Applies only to assessment items submitted by the due date
Assessment item 1 - Online Quizzes/Prac Assessment

Value: 15%
Due Date: Variable Date
Return Date: -
Group Assessment: No
Submission method options: Interact2 Test
TASK
This subject includes 6 online quizzes on Interact2. Information regarding access to this quiz
will be communicated via announcements/email.
Each quiz is comprised of 15 pooled multiple choice questions that cover the previous weeks'
content, including material from the practicals.
All of the 6 assessment quizzes will add up (2.5% x 6) to 15% of the final grade of the subject.
RATIONALE
SUBJECT LEARNING OUTCOMES

This assessment task will assess the following learning outcome/s:
blocks of living organisms.
• describe the organisation of cells into tissues.
allied health professionals.
it relates to pathophysiology.
of the neurophysiological, endocrine and immune systems.
• demonstrate foundational skills in laboratory methods.
The laboratory practical sessions are designed to further enhance your understanding of the
content covered in the lectures.
Content from the practical sessions will be assessed in the online quizzes.
GRADUATE LEARNING OUTCOMES

This task also contributes to the assessment of the following Charles Sturt Graduate Learning
Outcome/s (https://student.csu.edu.au/study/glo):
• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Application) - Charles Sturt Graduates consider the
context, purpose, and audience when gathering, interpreting, constructing, and
presenting information.
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• Information and Research Literacies (Knowledge) - Charles Sturt Graduates
demonstrate that disciplinary knowledge is developed through research and
evidence.
• Lifelong Learning (Knowledge) - Charles Sturt Graduates anticipate lifelong learning
requirements post-graduation.
• Lifelong Learning (Application) - Charles Sturt Graduates reflect on personal
capabilities and develop habits of self-directed learning that will extend beyond
student life.
MARKING CRITERIA AND STANDARDS

High Distinction
100% - 85%
A mark in this range indicates that you have selected the best answer option from available
choices for all or the vast majority of questions in the 6 quizzes. Overall, in meeting this level
you demonstrate exceptional knowledge and understanding of all topics in BMS161.
Distinction
84% - 75%
choices for a very large majority of the questions in the 6 quizzes. Overall, in meeting this level
you demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of topics in BMS161.
Credit
74% - 65%
choices for a large majority of the questions in the 6 quizzes. Overall, in meeting this level you
demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of topics in BMS161.
Pass
64% - 50%
choices for a majority of the questions in the 6 quizzes. Overall, in meeting this level you will
demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of topics in BMS161.
Fail
49% - 0%
choices for less than half of the questions in the 6 quizzes. At this level basic knowledge and
understanding of the topics of covered in BMS161 has not been demonstrated.
*NOTE: Raw 'total marks' will be converted to 'percentage grade'. This value will be calculated
towards final grade as per Weight % of assessments.
REQUIREMENTS
Students must attend at least 80% of the weekly tutorial sessions and attempt 80% of the
assessment quizzes to pass the subject.

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Assessment item 2 - Mid Session Exam
Value: 40%
Due Date: 05-Apr-2023
Reading time is 10 minutes
Duration (excluding Technology Allowance): 90 minutes (+10 mins technology allowance)
Exam Type: Online exam
Submission method options: Interact2
Invigilated: Yes
EXAM PENALTIES
University Exam Policies relating to late submission of exam does not apply as the exam has
auto-submit function. Further details will be provided prior to the exam.
REQUIREMENTS
You must supply your own laptop computer as the exam will be accessed via the BMS161
Interact2 site. It will be composed of multiple choice and short-answer questions to assess the
breadth and depth of knowledge of the work completed in weeks 1-5 inclusive. This includes
all material covered in lectures, practicals and tutorials; as outlined in the class schedule.
For multiple choice questions you must choose the most correct answer from the alternative
answers available. Short answer questions may include diagram labeling or the completion of
tables. Other short answer questions may ask you to 'list', 'describe', 'explain', 'compare' and/
or 'contrast' subject material. You should be aware of what these terms mean and how to
answer each of these styles of questions. The marking criteria will show you what is expected
in your exam for the different grades.
The exam will consist of two parts. Part A - 40 multiple choice question and Part B - 14 short
answer questions with a range of marks (2 -3 marks) per question.
RATIONALE

blocks of living organisms.
• describe the organisation of cells into tissues.
This examination is designed to assess your understanding of the work completed in weeks
1-5 inclusive and to determine how well you are able to address the subject's learning
objectives to the level of detail covered in class in these weeks of session.

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• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Knowledge) - Charles Sturt Graduates understand
the use and structure of appropriate language in written, oral, visual, mathematical,
and multi-modal communication.
• Digital Literacies (Application) - Charles Sturt Graduates ethically, legally, safely and
critically use technology to select, create and share information and participate in
online learning, professional and social communities.

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Assessable High Distinction Distinction Credit Pass Fail

Components
100% - 85% 84% - 75% 74% - 65% 64% - 50% 49% - 0%
Multiple Choice A mark in this range A mark in this range A mark in this range A mark in this range A mark in this range
Questions (worth a indicates that you have indicates that you indicates that you indicates that you indicates that you
total of 40 marks in selected the best answer have selected the have selected the have selected the have selected the
the exam) option from available best answer option best answer option best answer option best answer option
choices for all or the vast from available from available from available from available
majority of questions, with choices for a very choices for a large choices for a choices for less
no more than 6 incorrect large majority of the majority of the majority of the than half of the
Knowledge and answers in this component questions, with no questions, with no questions, with no questions, with 21
breadth of of the exam. Overall, in more than 10 more than 14 more than 20 or more incorrect
understanding of meeting this level you incorrect answers in incorrect answers in incorrect answers in answers in this
topics covered in demonstrate exceptional this component of this component of this component of component of the
weeks 1-5 including knowledge and the exam. Overall, in the exam. Overall, the exam. Overall, exam. At this level
material discussed understanding of the topics meeting this level in meeting this level in meeting this level basic knowledge
in lectures and of weeks 1-5. you demonstrate you demonstrate you demonstrate and understanding
practical sessions. comprehensive sound knowledge basic knowledge of the topics of
knowledge and and understanding and understanding weeks 1-5 has not
understanding of the of the topics of of the topics of been demonstrated
topics of weeks 1-5. weeks 1-5. weeks 1-5.

Components
100% - 85% 84% - 75% 74% - 65% 64% - 50% 49% - 0%
Short answer A mark in this range A mark in this range A mark in this range A mark in this range A mark in this range
questions (worth a indicates that overall you indicates that overall indicates that indicates that indicates that
have answered questions at you have answered overall you have overall you have overall you have

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total of 40 marks in an exceptional level. In questions at a very answered questions answered questions answered the
the exam) meeting this level you high level. In at a high level. In at a reasonable questions poorly.
demonstrate in-depth meeting this level meeting this level level. In meeting Overall, you have
Depth of knowledge knowledge and you demonstrate you will this level you been unable to
and understanding understanding of the topics comprehensive demonstrate sound demonstrate basic demonstrate a
of topics covered in from weeks 1-5, through knowledge and knowledge and knowledge and basic
weeks 1-5 including clearly written answers that understanding of the understanding of understanding of understanding of
material discussed collectively contain all or topics from weeks the topics from the topics from the topics from
in lectures and the vast majority of 1-5, through written weeks 1-5, through weeks 1-5, through weeks 1-5, as most
practical sessions. pertinent information, to answers that written answers written answers questions are not
completely address all or collectively contain a that collectively that collectively answered or are not
the vast majority of very large majority contain a mostly contain some answered well. This
questions in a logical of pertinent pertinent pertinent may include
manner. information, to information, to information, to providing incorrect
address most address most address most or irrelevant
questions very well questions well or questions. information.
in a largely logical very well.
manner.
*NOTE: Raw 'total marks' will be converted to 'percentage grade'. This value will be calculated towards final grade as per Weight % of
assessments.

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MATERIAL PROVIDED BY THE UNIVERSITY
This is an online exam and will be available via Interact2. Internet and network connection is
available on campus. This exam will be held on campus.
WHAT STUDENTS CAN BRING TO THE EXAM

The following is permitted for your exam:
• No reference materials
• Scientific calculator
This is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) type of exam. Therefore you must bring a laptop
computer to the exam. Please notify your Subject Coordinator at least one week before the
exam if you do not have access to a laptop computer.
Assessment item 3 - Final Open Book Exam

Value: 45%
Due Date: To be advised. Your exam timetable (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/exams/exam-
timetable) will be released via the Student Portal. Check dates for the exam period and your
responsibilities (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/exams).
Reading time is 10 minutes
Duration (excluding Technology Allowance): 2hrs 50 minutes + 10 minutes reading time
Exam Type: Online exam
Submission method options: Interact2
Invigilated: No
EXAM PENALTIES
University Exam Policies relating to late submission of exam does not apply as the exam has
auto-submit function. Further details will be provided prior to the exam.
REQUIREMENTS
The exam will contain multiple choice and short-answer questions to assess the breadth and
depth of knowledge of the work completed throughout the entire session but focusing
predominantly on content from weeks 6-14 inclusive. This includes all material covered in
lectures as well as practicals and tutorials, as outlined in the class schedule.
For multiple choice questions you must choose the most correct answer from the alternative
answers available.
Short answer questions may include diagram labeling or the completion of tables. Other short
answer questions may ask you to 'list', 'describe', 'explain', 'compare' and/or 'contrast' subject
material. You should be aware of what these terms mean and how to answer each of these
styles of questions.
The marking criteria will show you what is expected in your exam for the different grades

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RATIONALE

of the neurophysiological, endocrine and immune systems.
The exam is designed to assess your understanding of the work completed throughout the
entire session but will focus primarily on the content from weeks 6-14 of the session inclusive.
The exam will also determine how well you are able to address the subject's learning
objectives to the level of detail covered in class.

• Information and Research Literacies (Knowledge) - Charles Sturt Graduates
demonstrate that disciplinary knowledge is developed through research and
evidence.
• Digital Literacies (Application) - Charles Sturt Graduates ethically, legally, safely and
critically use technology to select, create and share information and participate in
online learning, professional and social communities.
• Lifelong Learning (Application) - Charles Sturt Graduates reflect on personal
capabilities and develop habits of self-directed learning that will extend beyond
student life.

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Assessed High Distinction Distinction Credit Pass Fail

Components 100% - 85% 84% - 75% 74% - 65% 64% - 50% 49% - 0%
Multiple Choice A mark in this range A mark in this range A mark in this range A mark in this A mark in this range
Questions (worth a indicates that you have indicates that you indicates that you range indicates indicates that you
total of 45 marks in selected the best answer have selected the best have selected the that you have have selected the
the exam) option from available answer option from best answer option selected the best best answer option
choices for all or the available choices for a from available answer option from available
Knowledge and vast majority of very large majority of choices for a large from available choices for less than
breadth of questions, with no more the questions, with no majority of the choices for a half of the questions,
understanding of than 7 incorrect answers more than 12 questions, with no majority of the with 23 or more
physiological in this component of the incorrect answers in more than 16 questions, with no incorrect answers in
concepts from exam. Overall, you this component of the incorrect answers in more than 22 this component of
week 6-14 demonstrate exceptional exam. Overall, you this component of incorrect answers the exam. Overall,
inclusive. knowledge across the demonstrate the exam. Overall, in this component the number of
topics you have studied comprehensive you demonstrate of the exam. incorrect answers
in the subject. knowledge across the broad knowledge Overall, you indicate you have a
topics you have across the topics you demonstrate basic limited or poor
studied in the subject. have studied in the knowledge across understanding of
subject. the topics you have topics in the subject.
studied in this
subject.

Components 100% - 85% 84% - 75% 74% - 65% 64% - 50% 49% - 0%
A mark in this range A mark in this range A mark in this range A mark in this A mark in this range
Short answer indicates that overall indicates that overall indicates that overall range indicates indicates that overall
questions (worth a you have answered you have answered you have answered that overall you you have answered

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total of 45 marks inquestions to an questions to a very questions to a high have answered the questions poorly.
the exam) exceptional level. high level. Overall, in level. Overall, in questions to a Overall, you have
Overall, in meeting this meeting this level you meeting this level reasonable level. been unable to
Demonstrate and level you demonstrate demonstrate you demonstrate a Overall, in meeting demonstrate
apply knowledge in-depth understanding comprehensive sound understanding this level you sufficient
and understanding of the topics covered in understanding of the of the topics covered demonstrate basic understanding of the
of physiological this subject, through topics covered, in this subject, understanding of topics as most
concepts covered in well written answers through written through written the topics covered, questions are not
weeks 6-14 that collectively contain answers that answers that through written answered or are not
inclusive. all or the vast majority of collectively contain a collectively contain a answers that answered well. This
pertinent information, to very large majority of large majority of collectively contain includes providing
completely address all pertinent information, pertinent some pertinent incorrect
or the vast majority of to address most information, to information, to information, and/or
questions in a logical questions very well in address most address several providing
manner. a largely logical questions well or questions well. information that
manner. very well. does not address the
question.
*NOTE: Raw 'total marks' will be converted to 'percentage grade'. This value will be calculated towards final grade as per Weight % of
assessments.

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MATERIAL PROVIDED BY THE UNIVERSITY
The exam will be online on the Interact2 site. Internet & network connection is available on
campus.
If you regularly experience internet and network connection disruptions, it is recommended

that you use the facilities available on campus
WHAT STUDENTS CAN BRING TO THE EXAM

The following is permitted for your exam:
• All/any reference materials
• Scientific calculator
You will be required to arrange your own computer. If off-campus, you have to arrange
associated internet connectivity. You may choose to be on campus to mitigate network
connection troubles
Services & Support

Your Student Portal (http://student.csu.edu.au/) tells you can how you can seek services and
support. These include study, admin, residential, library, careers, financial, and personal
support.
Develop your study skills

Develop your writing, referencing, English language, numeracy, computer, and other study
skills with a range of free Academic Skills (https://www.csu.edu.au/current-students/studying/
support/academic-skills-help) services and resources, available online and on campus to help
you succeed at university.
Library Services
Access a wide range of scholarly eBooks, journals articles and multimedia through your
Library (https://library.csu.edu.au/). Learn how to find the best information to excel in your
study.
We’re here to help with easy-to-use Library Resource Guides, videos, workshops, individual
appointments and online chat.
Assessment and Exam Information
Academic Integrity
Play your part in maintaining academic integrity at our university. Complete your compulsory

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Academic Integrity at Charles Sturt University (https://www.csu.edu.au/current-students/
studying/subject-enrolment/types-of-subjects/academic-integrity) subject. This subject will
help you understand our Academic Integrity Policy, our expectations of you, and the support
services available to help you meet your academic obligations.
You’ll learn how to avoid plagiarism, cheating, contract cheating, and collusion. Charles Sturt
University treats breaches of academic integrity seriously. Turnitin is used to check your
submitted work for plagiarism or contract cheating.
You can also use Turnitin to check for plagiarism (https://www.csu.edu.au/current-students/

studying/assignments-and-exams/assignments/plagiarism) in your assessments before
submission.
Referencing
Referencing is an important component of academic work. All assessment tasks should be
appropriately referenced. The American Psychological Association (APA) referencing style is
the default referencing style to be used in students’ assessment work. If your subject requires
a different style to be used, this will be stated in the assessment requirements. Get referencing
style guides and help with referencing from Charles Sturt’s Referencing webpage
(https://student.csu.edu.au/learning-skills/referencing).
How to submit your Assessment and Exam items
POSTAL ASSESSMENT - SUBMISSION PROCESS

Not applicable
HAND DELIVERED ASSESSMENT - SUBMISSION PROCESS

Not applicable
ALTERNATIVE ASSESSMENT - SUBMISSION PROCESS

Not applicable
INTERACT2 - ONLINE EXAM SUBMISSION PROCESS

Your online exam will be delivered through an Interact2 test.
You may have previously completed an online quiz using this system. You will access your
Interact2 test using your online web browser, such as Chrome.
Please ensure that you have turned off any pop-up blocking software, as this may block your
online exam from opening in Interact2.
Once you login to your Interact2 subject site, you will see an option on the left-hand side of
your screen that will take you to your online exam page.
Before your exam is scheduled to start, a link will appear on this page. You may have to refresh
this page.
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Interact2 will automatically submit your exam for you when the time is up or you can submit
your exam yourself if you finish early.
Please ensure you write your own responses within the text field provided. You will not be able
to cut and paste text into the exam respond field.
Extensions
Assessments should be received by the University no later than the due date. You are
requested to do all in your power to meet assessment deadlines.
If you experience misadventure or extenuating circumstances of a minor nature and need an

extension of up to 7 days you should utilise the automatic extension option through the
Special Considerations page. Only one automatic extension is available per session.
Automatic extensions are not available for exams, intensive schools, workplace learning,
laboratory/field/clinical work or a time dependent task that is not practicable to rescheduled
such as expos. In these circumstances you need to apply for Special Consideration
(http://student.csu.edu.au/study/academic-advice).
If you experience misadventure or extenuating circumstances and require longer, additional or

subsequent extension you need to apply for Special Consideration (http://student.csu.edu.au/
study/academic-advice).
Late assessments, without having an extension granted, may be returned with no marks
awarded.
How to apply for special consideration

Academic regulations provide for special consideration to be given if you suffer misadventure
or extenuating circumstances during the session (including the examination period) which
prevents you from meeting acceptable standards or deadlines. Find the form on the Student
Portal Special Consideration, Misadventure (https://www.csu.edu.au/current-students/
studying/support/special-consideration) page.
Penalties for late submission

Not applicable
Resubmission
Resubmission of assessment items is not standard practice in the School of Dentistry and
Medical Sciences (SDMS). It may however be allowable under certain circumstances.
To request permission to resubmit an assessment item, you should approach the subject
coordinator in the first instance. The subject coordinator will make a recommendation to the
Head of School as to whether the request to resubmit is appropriate. The Head of School will
approve or disapprove the request.
Please note that the granting of approval for resubmission of work is at the discretion of the
Head of School and is not a right for the student.

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Additional assessment and examinations
A student may be offered further assessment where they have:
• gained a marginal fail grade for the subject overall (45-49.4%); OR

• failed one or more of the hurdle assessment tasks but achieved an overall subject
mark of 50% or over.
The Subject Convener will decide the form of the further assessment, in consultation with the
Head of School or delegate. Further assessment may take the form of an additional exam (AE)
or other additional assessment task (AA). The further assessment task(s) need not be the same
type of assessment item as the task(s) failed.
A student who passes an additional assessment (AA) or additional examination (AE) can only
receive a bare pass grade (PS or SY) in the subject (maximum mark of 50% for the subject).
A student who submits or sits a further assessment but is awarded an FL or US grade may seek
a review of the grade.
Applications for special consideration to be granted a deferred exam (DX).
To be granted a deferred exam, a student must apply for special consideration:
• as soon as possible after the illness or adverse circumstances arise, and no later than
three working days after the exam date (unless the circumstances prevent them from
submitting the application sooner); and
• must attach documents from a third party confirming the date of the circumstance
and/or the date(s) of its impact.
Where a student is granted a deferred exam but then sits the original exam that the deferred
exam was to replace:
• the student has in effect decided that they are fit to sit the original exam; so
• the student will receive the mark for the exam they have chosen to sit.
Where a student begins sitting an exam but leaves the exam early because of adverse
circumstances such as illness, they must apply for special consideration to be granted a
deferred exam.
A student must apply for special consideration:
• as soon as possible after the illness or adverse circumstances arise, and no later than
three working days after the exam date (unless the circumstances prevent them from
submitting the application sooner); and
• must attach documents from a third party confirming the date of the circumstance
and/or the date(s) of its impact.
Where a student applies for a deferred exam but the outcome is not issued before the original
exam is held, and the student sits the exam:

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• their original application for special consideration will be annulled; and
• they will receive the mark for the exam they have sat; but
• if the student believes that their performance in the exam was impaired by their
adverse circumstances, they can apply for consideration of this through the review of
grade process.
Where a student sits an exam and does not leave early, they are considered to have decided
that they are fit to sit the exam and no application for special consideration to have a deferred
exam in the subject will be considered.
Feedback processes
Mid-session examination: Mid-session examination papers will not be returned. You will
receive your mid-session exam mark via Gradebook approximately 3 weeks after the mid-
session exam is sat. The mark will be out of 40. Mid-session exam general feedback for the
entire cohort will be discussed during class time or made available on the forum or Interact
site. This will include discussion of the mean (average) class mark so that you can compare
your performance to the collective performance of your peers. If desired, you may also view/
discuss your online exam individually with your subject coordinator. You should request this
individual consultation via e-mail.
Final examination: Final exam papers will not be returned. You will receive notification of
your final exam mark via Gradebook within 3 weeks of the final exam. This mark will be out of
45%. You will also receive notification of your final grade for the subject from student
administration. Final exam general feedback for the entire cohort will be made available on
the forum or Interact site. This will include discussion of the mean (average) class mark so that
you can compare your performance to the collective performance of your peers. If desired, you
may also view/discuss your online exam individually with your subject coordinator. You should
request this individual consultation via e-mail.
Assessment return
You should normally expect your marked assessment to be returned to you within 15 business
days of the due date, if your assessment was submitted on time. If you submitted your
assessment on time but did not receive it back by the return date, you should contact your
Subject Coordinator in the first instance.
Student Feedback & Learning Analytics
Evaluation of subjects
Charles Sturt University values constructive feedback and relies on high response rates to
Subject Experience Surveys (SES) to enhance teaching. Responses are fed back anonymously
to Subject Coordinators and Heads of Schools to form the basis for subject enhancement and
recognition of excellence in teaching. Schools report on their evaluation data; highlighting
good practice and documenting how problems have been addressed. You can view a summary

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of survey results via the Student Portal SES Results (https://www.csu.edu.au/current-
students/studying/subject-enrolment/subject-experience-survey) page.
We strongly encourage you to complete your online Subject Experience Surveys. You will be
provided with links to your surveys via email when they open three [3] weeks before the end of
session.
Changes and actions based on student feedback

Based on student feedback, some changes have been made to the subject.
• The online written exams (mid-session and final) has been more evenly weighted to
reflect the time spent on each topic more accurately
• Face to face (or online) tutorials have been introduced to compliment learning from
lectures and practicals.
Learning analytics
Learning Analytics refers to the collection and analysis of student data for the purpose of
improving learning and teaching. It enables the University to personalise the support we
provide our students. All Learning Analytics activities will take place in accordance with the
Charles Sturt University Learning Analytics Code of Practice. For more information, please visit
the University's Learning Analytics (https://www.csu.edu.au/division/learning-teaching/
learning-technology/evaluation-review-and-analytics) website.
Data about your activity in the Interact2 site and other learning technologies for this subject
will be recorded and can be reviewed by teaching staff to inform their communication,
support and teaching practices.
Policies & Regulations

This subject outline should be read in conjunction with all academic policies and procedures.
Please refer to the collated list of policies and regulations relevant to studying your subject(s)
(https://www.csu.edu.au/current-students/studying/student-admin/policies) which includes
links to Charles Sturt University's Policy Library (https://about.csu.edu.au/our-university/
publications-policy/policy)- the sole authoritative source of official academic and
administrative rules, policies and procedures of the University.
Subject Outline as a reference document

This Subject Outline is an accurate and historical record of the curriculum and scope of your
subject. Charles Sturt University's Course and Subject Information Procedure expects that you
retain a copy of the Subject Outline for future use, including for accreditation and other
professional purposes.

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BMS161 - Health and the Human body: cells, immunity and

Charles Sturt University Subject Outline

Subject Coordinator Dr Louise Pemberton

lpemberton@csu.edu.au (mailto:lpemberton@csu.edu.au). If your query is of a more general

1. Your name and student number;

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Phone (02) 6338 4395.

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Basic concepts in chemistry, biochemistry and metabolism

Basic laboratory skills

Introduction to human cells

The Integumentary system

Bone and skeleton

Introduction to antibiotics, antiviral and antifungal agents

Academic Progress Requirements

Subject Schedule & Delivery

• PRESCRIBED: VanPutte, C. Regan, J. Russo, A & Seeley, R. (2019). Seeley's

• Anderson, D. Salm, S. Allen, D. Nester's Microbiology: A Human Perspective (8th ed.)

Class/tutorial times and location

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Assessment Due Dates

Lecture 1: Introduction to the human body/

Tutorial #1: Intro/

2 6th March Lecture 3: Chemistry II - Electrolytes & concentration

Lecture 4: Chemistry III - Organic molecules & * Practical #1:

Lecture 5: Microbiology I - Microbial world & Normal

Assessed Quiz #1 due

Lecture 9: The Eukaryotic Cell I - Mitosis,

Assessed quiz #2 due

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HECS Census Date for Session

5 27th March Lecture 11: Tissues and tissue function

Assessed quiz #3 Friday

Lecture 13: On Campus Mid-Session Exam MID-SESSION EXAM (40%)

07/Apr/2023: Good Friday

10/Apr/2023: Easter Monday

8 17th April Mid session break

Assessed quiz #4: Friday

10 1st May Lecture 17: Immune system II - Innate immunity

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Tutorial #3 Assessed quiz #5: Friday

12 15th May Lecture 20: Nervous system II - Synapses & Senses

13 22nd May Lecture 21: Muscle physiology I - Structure

14 29th May Lecture 23: Revision and catch up

Assessed quiz #6 Friday

FINAL EXAM (45%).

Learning, teaching and support strategies

• Information on how to use the site

Recommended student time commitment

Charles Sturt University Subject Outline

Engagement Approximate time per week

Lectures (pre-recording &/or live)

Tutorials (Wk 1, 9, 11-13)

Assessment and Exam Items

Essential requirements to pass this subject

To gain a minimum PASS grade for this subject you must: