•   Human Physiology and Anatomy VÅV22GV03-3012 06.09.2024-15.11.2024  4 credits  (USS24F-V) +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    The student:
    - will master the basic principles, concepts and terminology of anatomy and physiology
    - will be familiar with the basic types of tissue, their structure and function, as well as the structure and function of the skin
    - will be able to describe the structure of the nervous system and understand how the nervous system regulates physiological processes in our body
    - will have knowledge of the structure and function of the sense organs
    - will have knowledge of the structure the endocrine system and understand how different hormones regulate body functions
    - will be able to describe the structure and function of the reproductive system
    - will have knowledge of the structure and function of the locomotor system
    - will be able to describe the structure and function of the blood, heart and blood circulation, and the structure and function of the lymphatic system and the respiratory system
    - will be able to describe the structure and function of the digestive system
    - will have knowledge of the urinary system and understand the concept of regulation of body electrolyte, fluid and acid-base levels"
    Prerequisites
    No prior knowledge required
    Content of the study unit
    Physiology of the human body
    The anatomy of the human body
    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)
    Inadequate knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology
    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)
    Criteria for evaluation of the exam
    The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

    Assessment criteria for written work
    The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

    The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.
    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)
    Criteria for evaluation of the exam
    The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

    Assessment criteria for written work
    The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited
    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)
    Criteria for evaluation of the exam
    The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

    Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
    The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

    The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Camilla Ribacka

    Learning material

    Course literature:
    Henriksson och Rasmusson (2018) Fysiologi med relevant anatomi. Studentlitteratur, Stockholm.

    Other recommended literature:
    Christensen R. (2012) Anatomi och fysiologi för sjuksköterskor. Pearson.
    Aldskogius och Rydqvist (2018) Den friska människan. Liber, Stockholm
    Sand, Sjaastad, Haug och Bjålie (2021, 2007). Människokroppen. Liber, Stockholm eller dess äldre upplaga av Bjålie, Haug, Sand och Sjaastad (1998) Människokroppen. Liber, Stockholm

    Learning methods

    Föreläsningar, diskussioner och övningsuppgifter.
    Självständiga studier.

    Objects, timing and methods of assessment

    The course is graded 0-5 based on result in individual exam. On line quizzes are graded passed or failed.
    In order to pass the course all parts (exam and quizzes) have to be passed.

    Teaching language

    Swedish

    Timing

    06.09.2024 - 15.11.2024

    Enrollment date range

    15.06.2024 - 07.09.2024

    Group(s)
    • USS24F-V
    Seats

    10 - 50

    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Health and Welfare

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Camilla Ribacka

    Additional information

    Additional information on the Moodle platform

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Nursing, Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing, Degree Programme in Midwifery

    RDI share

    0.00 credits

    Share of online studies

    3.00 credits

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

    Examination

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    Course examination 13.11.2024
    Re-examination 13.12.2024, 07.02.2025 and 09.05.2025

    Timing and attendance

    Autumn 2024 according to the schedule

    Student's schedule and workload

    Lectures, self studies and digital teaching methods 108 h

    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)

    Inadequate knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

    Weak knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

    Good knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

    Excellent knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology