Opinto-opas

Objective

Students will become familiar with basic human anatomy and physiology. They will learn the central theories and models of biological ageing as well as the changes caused by normal physical ageing in human physiology. Students will be able to assess the impact of these changes on elderly people’s functional capacity.

Content

Essential human anatomy and physiology: musculoskeletal system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system and fluid balance, the senses, nervous system, and hormonal regulation. Natural changes related to ageing in different organs and their impact on human functioning.

Materials

- Nienstedt, W. ja Kallio, S. Luut ja ytimet - ihmiselimistö lyhyesti. WSOY.
- Heikkinen, E. ja Rantanen, T. Gerontologia. 2p.(2008) tai 3p. (2013). Duodecim.
- Tilvis, R. ym. Geriatria. 2 uud.p. 2010. Duodecim.

Teaching methods

online studying
lectures
assignments

Employer connections

N/A

Exam schedules

Online examinations available:
1. exam 10.9.-20.9.2020
2. exam 19.9.-6.10.2020
3. exam 7.10.-11.10.2020
Re-examinations:

International connections

N/A

Completion alternatives

N/A

Student workload

contact teaching 26h
online and self studying 110h

Content scheduling

anatomy and physiology 2 ECTS points
physiology of aging 3 ECTS points

Further information

N/A

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The student is able to:
- apply professional knowledge in the field appropriately
- use concepts and information in elderly care and gerontology systematically
- argue a course of action on the basis of research information and findings
- find information and argue the use of his sources
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- work in various duties depending on the assignment
- define the principles of and requirements for elderly care and gerontology
- show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- find out the safety instructions concerning a word assignments and to act accordingly
- act according to the relevant professional ethical principles in elderly care
- plan and guide the operation of multidisciplinary groups
- communicate about professional issues

Assessment criteria, good (3)

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The student is able to:
- use concepts and knowledge in elderly care and gerontology fluently and comprehensively
- assess and use information sources and research information with a critical eye
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- apply research information to professional assignments in elderly care
- operate in a range of work situations, also in international contexts
- act in a client- and customer-oriented way and as an entrepreneur
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- act responsibly in work duties, taking safety issues into consideration
- evaluate actions from the viewpoint of professional ethics in elderly care
- represent his professional field in multidisciplinary and international groups and projects

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The student is able to:
- display a good understanding of professional information in elderly care and gerontology
- use theoretical and professional concepts and knowledge like an expert and combine them into larger entities
- create and communicate new information
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- develop innovative and alternative solutions to professional assignments and problems in elderly care and gerontology
- apply professional expertise in new situations
- take responsibility for a professional process in its entirety
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- develop the community's safety and responsibility
- apply professional ethics of elderly care in various situations
- manage the professional development of individuals/groups
- act purposefully and to develop himself and working life

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
- The student does not know or appreciate knowledge in elderly care and gerontology sufficiently
- The student cannot use concepts in elderly care and gerontology properly
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
- The student's professional level is insufficient to be an expert in elderly care
- The student is not acting in accordance with his training and guidance
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
- The student is careless about professional safety or ethical principles in elderly care
- The student is not motivated by or participating in group or development work

Assessment methods and criteria

online exams 33%
assignments 66%

Further information

The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.