Human Cardiac and Respiratory Systems

This unit is expiring
The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2025.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU018998
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD1-Understanding the subject
  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand the structure and function of the respiratory system.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Explain the structure of the respiratory system, relating this to the process of ventilation.

  • 1.2

    Evaluate the conditions required for effective gaseous exchange.

  • 1.3

    Explain the role of the nervous system in generating normal breathing rhythm.

2

Understand the structure and transport function of blood.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Explain the constituents of plasma, including their functions.

  • 2.2

    Explain the structure of a red blood cell, including how this relates to its function.

  • 2.3

    Explain how oxygen and carbon dioxide are transported by the blood.

3

Understand blood circulation in the human body.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Explain the structure of arteries, veins, arterioles and capillaries, relating this to their functions.

  • 3.2

    Explain the structure of the heart in relation to its function.

  • 3.3

    Explain the cardiac cycle, including the electrical activity of the heart during a heartbeat.