516-204 Anatomy 1

Biology 650-141 and 650-142 (prior to 2004: 600-141 and 600-142).

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, upper limb, neck and head; 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, upper limb, neck and head; 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:

• organogenesis; development of nervous system, skeletal system; and

• 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, upper limb, neck and head into regions, and the specific structures forming the boundaries and contents of these regions. The applied anatomy of each region is studied.

Ongoing assessment on theory and practical work throughout the semester (25%); a 2-hour written examination in the examination period (50%); a 30-minute practical examination in the examination period (25%).

• KL Moore and AMR Agur, Essential Clinical Anatomy. 2nd edn, Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins..