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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology
Module Code	MM506
School	School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
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Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Joseph Mackle Semester 2: Joseph Mackle Autumn: Joseph Mackle
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	7.5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

To develop an understanding of the physical structure of the human body and the relationships among structures

Learning Outcomes

1. Describe and illustrate the physical structure of the human body including cells, tissues, organs and the 11 human body's organ systems.
2. Relate the human anatomy to physiology.
3. Describe the relationship and interaction between various structures, organs and organ systems of the human body.
4. Identify medical devices engineered to replace and improve the function of the human body's organs and/or systems.
5. Write and present a well organised project report.
6. Understand and discuss the need for ethical standards and practice in biomedical engineering.

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	36	No Description
Seminars	6	Various invited speakers/demo labs
Laboratory	6	Computer based learning tools and CA discussion classes
Independent learning time	140	No Description
Total Workload: 188

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Content.
• Detail the anatomical position and anatomical terminology for movement• Explain the levels of structural organisation of the body• Explain the structure and functions of cells and tissues• Detail the major cavities of the body and their components• Name the organs of the neuromusculoskeletal system, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the immune system, the endocrine system and the urinary system• Detail the location and function of the above systems.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	0%	Examination Weight	100%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Report (s) (written / oral)	Written report. Students are asked to describe the anatomy and physiology of a specific organ and to identify devices which help to replace or improve the function of that organ.	40%	Week 11
Presentation	Final Presentation on project report	10%	Week 12

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Tortora: 1990, Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, New York: Harper Collins,
Martini: 2001, Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology, Prentice Hall,
Seeley, Stephens and Tate: 2000, Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology, International Edition McGraw-Hill.,

Other Resources

3843, Webite, 0, Relevant website, http://www.biology.eku.edu/RITCHISO/301syl.htm,

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Programme or List of Programmes

BSSA

Study Abroad (DCU Business School)

BSSAO

Study Abroad (DCU Business School)

CAMG

GDip C.A. Mechanical & Manufacturing Eng

CAMM

MSc. C.A. Mechanical & Manufacturing Eng