516-303 Anatomy of the Head and Neck

Credit Points

Coordinator

Prerequisites

Anatomy and Cell Biology 516-204 or 516-207. The prerequisite is sometimes waived for students concurrently studying neuroscience subjects.

Semester

Contact

Subject Description

By the end of the subject students should be able to:

• comprehend the terminology of topographic anatomy; the organisation of the head and neck; the essential factual information regarding the specific anatomical structures which form the boundaries and contents of the regions of the head and neck; the applied anatomy of the head and neck;
• develop observational and organisational skills to identify and interpret exposed anatomical structures and regions; communication skills (written and oral) to describe the normal structure of the head and neck; skills in the manipulation of anatomical structures (with dissecting instruments);
• appreciate the common occurrence of anatomical variation; the scientific basis of knowledge of structure.

The subject provides detailed information on the organisation of the head and neck, and the anatomical structures which form the boundaries and contents of the head and neck. The applied anatomy of the head and neck.

Assessment

Continuous assessment in practical classes throughout the semester, a 2-hour written examination, a 30-minute practical examination at the end of the semester.

Prescribed Texts

• Moore KL, Clinically Oriented Anatomy. Williams and Wilkins 3rd edn 1992.