Hey, ive recently started using Maya and followed the video tutorials about the cartoon dogs. I needed to use Maya because on one of my modules in Uni (Comp/Science Games Dev) requires me to make a simple model of a human in Maya.

I have 10 weeks to learn the package and have to submit the model before that. I was wondering what is the best way to start make the human on maya? Cause the best i have made is a cartoon dog. Im just need some advice and tips suck as

+ Where do i start
+ Any tips you guys can help me with in developing each of the parts? (arms, legs etc.)
+ Any guides/websites which can give detailed help, on making human models?

As i say, im completely new to his and have a limited knowledge on maya (only started last week) so any help would be appreciated. Thanks.