1025 – Structure & function of the human body

Course category: COMMON

Code: 1025

Who should attend: All crew (Deck & Engine)

Objectives and Benefits: The aim of this course is to provide all crew members with basic information about the structure and function of all the biological systems of the human body.

Highlights

• The integumentary system
• The musculoskeletal system
• The circulatory system
• The lymphatic tissue and the lymphatic system
• The endocrine system
• The nervous system
• The visual system and especially the eye
• The auditory system end especially the ear
• The respiratory system
• The digestive system
• The reproductive system
• The urinary system

Legislation & References:

• STCW-78, as amended (Regulation VI/4 para.1), Code of STCW, as amended (Section A-VI/4 para.1,2,3; Table A-VI/4-1)
• International Medical Guide for Ships 9IMGS), as amended
• Medical First Aid Guide for use in Accidents Involving Dangerous Goods (MFAG), as amended
• IMO Model Course 1.14

Duration: 2h