ANT2311

Human anatomy 1: musculo-skeletal system ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Associate Professor Jeffrey Kerr

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis: Basic organisation of the human body emphasizing functional anatomy of the limbs studied by dissection. Anatomical and medical terminology, and the concepts of integrated musculoskeletal systems are explained together with the function of joints, and the stability, mobility, and precise coordination of limb function unique to man. Topics include biomechanics, disabilites caused by injuries/disease, fractures, living, applied and clinical anatomy, medical imaging (CT, MRI, radiology), motor and sensory nervous systems, and surface anatomy of arteries, veins, muscles, bone and tendons.

Objectives: On completion of this unit, students will have achieved a broad understanding of the basic fabric of the human body. The main objective of this unit is to introduce the study of human anatomy, anatomical terminology and relationships to other biomedical disciplines through a comprehensive but concise consideration of the structure and function of the human upper and lower limbs. Students will explore the relationship between bone, muscle, joints, arteries, veins and nerves by dissection of human cadavers, analysis of X-rays, CT and MRI images and a full range of anatomy museum specimens including prosections, plastinated materials, articulated skeletons, and computer-based learning programs in functional anatomy. Emphasis will be placed upon how regional anatomy is intimately related to the functions of limbs including biomechanics, movement, reflexes, and co-ordination of the musculo-skeletal system. Students will work in groups guided by staff members and structural learning of the subject matter will be encouraged by both within and between group interaction. This unit provides an important foundation in human anatomy leading to further studies of anatomical science in second semester and in third year.

Assessment: Continuous practical assessment: 20% + Essay assignment: 20% + Semester practical test: 20% + Examination: 40%

Contact Hours: Three 1-hour lectures and one 3-hour laboratory per week

Prerequisites: 24 points of first-year level units

Corequisites: ANT2321 (highly recommended)