Biology for Human Movement & Nutrition Sciences (BIOM1050)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2025
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Schools
Biomedical Sciences School, Chemistry & Molec Biosciences
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
Lecture 3 Hours/ Week
Tutorial 1 Hour/ Week
Practical 1.5 Hours/ Week
Workshop 1 Hour/ Week
Incompatible
BIOL1040, BIOM1051, BIOM1070
Restricted
Restricted to students enrolled in the BENS, BExSS (Hons), BHSPE (Hons), and B Clin Ex Physiol (Hons) programs only.
Assessment methods
Intra-semester assessment based on practicals and lecture content
End of semester examination
Course enquiries
Doctor Prasad Chunduri ()
Current course offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
The course covers the fundamental concepts that allow the human body to function, with an approach that is appropriate for students who did not study Senior Chemistry at school. Key areas of study include fundamental biochemistry & molecular biology, basic cell function, neuronal structure & function, motor mechanisms, locomotion & development, circulation & gas exchange, and the endocrine system. Homeostasis and the integration of concepts as they apply to the structure and function of different regions of the entire human body are of key importance.