Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives On the completion of this subject students should be able to understand how the organs within the trunk are arranged to carry out their individual and collective functions; dissect the thorax, abdomen and pelvis using human cadavers; interpret X-ray and CT films of thorax, abdomen and pelvis; describe the processes of human reproduction, embryo and fetal development and causes of developmental abnormalities; understand the microscopic structure and associated functions of the tissues of the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal and genitourinary systems; demonstrate knowledge of living anatomy by palpation of surface landmarks on living subjects.
Synopsis The teaching program in ANT2111 includes prosections and dissection of the thorax, abdomen and pelvis on human cadavers and provides a basic understanding of the organisation and functional anatomy of the viscera. Living and surface anatomy will be included. Topics also include concepts of gametogenesis, fertilisation and implantation. Principles of developmental biology and embryology of mammalian systems including the developmental anatomy of the thoracic, abdominal and pelvic viscera in the human and the causes of congenital abnormalities. Functional histology includes studies of the tissue and cell biology of the cardiovascular, respiratory, alimentary, lymphoid and genitourinary systems. Interpretation of radiology images will include contrast media, MRI and CT scans.
Assessment Semester tests: 50% + Multiple choice (2 hours): 25% + Viva voce: 25%