516-207 Anatomy 2 (Abdomen, Pelvis & Lower 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 the student should be able to:

• comprehend the terminology of topographic anatomy; the organisation of the trunk into cavities and the lower limb into regions; the essential factual information regarding the specific anatomical structures which form the walls and contents of the abdomen and pelvis and the boundaries and contents of the lower limb; the applied anatomy of the abdomen, pelvis and lower limb;

• 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 abdomen, pelvis and lower 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: organisation of the abdomen, pelvis and lower limb and the structures which form their walls, boundaries and contents as well as the applied anatomy of the abdomen, pelvis and lower limb.

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.