516-204 Anatomy 1(Back,Thorax and Upper Limb)

Credit Points

HECS Band

Coordinator

Prerequisites

Biology 600-141 plus 600-142 (Before 1996: Biology 600-101)

Semester

Contact

Subject Description

By the end of this subject students should:

• comprehend the terminology of topographic anatomy; the principles relating to each of the following types of anatomical structure: skin, fascia and skeletal muscles, bones and joints, vessels, nerves and viscera; the organisation of the back and upper limb into regions and the trunk into cavities; the essential factual information regarding the specific anatomical structures which form the boundaries and contents of the back, thorax and upper limb; the applied anatomy of each region;

• 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 back, thorax and upper limb; skills in the manipulation of anatomical structures (with dissecting instruments); and

• appreciate the common occurrence of anatomical variation; the scientific basis of knowledge of structure.

The subject provides detailed information on: the terminology of topographic anatomy, principles related to each type of anatomical structure; skin, fascia and skeletal muscles, bones and joints, vessels, nerves and viscera; the organisation of the back, thorax and upper limb into regions, and the specific structures forming the boundaries and contents of these regions. The applied anatomy of each region is studied.

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

• K L Moore, Clinically Oriented Anatomy. 4th ed., Williams and Wilkins, 1999.