ANAT SC 2401 - Anatomy of Lower and Upper Limbs
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code ANAT SC 2401 Course Anatomy of Lower and Upper Limbs Coordinating Unit Medical Sciences Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 4 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Prerequisites HLTH SC 1403 Restrictions Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Hons) Assessment Final examination, various assignments and continuous assessment tasks Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Kent Algate
Course Coordinator: Dr Kent Algate
Phone: +61 8 8313 6322
Email: kent.algate@adelaide.edu.au
Location: Room N2 41, Helen Mayo NorthCourse Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 Apply anatomical principles to describe normal structure and function of body systems within the lower limb and explain its role in support, locomotion and posture. 2 Apply anatomical principles to describe normal structure and function of body systems in the upper limb and explain its role in grasp. 3 Describe anatomical structures using appropriate terminology in relation to cadaveric material, the living body or medical imaging in a laboratory environment. 4 Explain the relationship of anatomical structures to function. University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 4 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1, 2, 3, 4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
All students should factor in the cost of their own electronic device. Required learning resources and readings will be provided on-line via MyUni. Students may need to access other online resources via the University library.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Students complete 2 modules (lower and upper limb) of equal durations.
A standard week consists of completion of online content as the preliminary activity, followed by a 1.5-hour workshop class where the weekly topics are discussed in a ‘question and answer’ format and a 2-hour practical session, typically using prosected cadavers and other anatomical materials. Students are required and will need to complete the online content and pre-practical activities prior to attending face-to-face sessions as a condition of entry to the weekly practical classes to ensure adequate preparation. The following content will be covered in this course:
Week 1: Introduction to Anatomy, The Upper Limb, and The Pectoral Girdle
Week 2: The Shoulder and Upper Arm
Week 3: The Elbow and Forearm
Week 4: The Wrist and Digits
Week 5: The Hand
Week 6: Upper Limb Neurovasculature
Week 7: Introduction to the Upper Limb and Pelvis
Week 8: The Hip and Gluteal Region
Week 9: The Thigh and Knee
Week 10: The Leg, Ankle and Digits
Week 11: The Foot
Week 12: ReviewWorkload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Students are required to attend all face-to-face sessions (practicals & workshops) which invovle 3.5 hours of the week load
Online lecture material and readinging/completing any pre practical/workshop activies range from 1-2 hours a week
Total weekly load = Approx. 5-6 hoursLearning Activities Summary
The weekly online lecture videos (supported by digital knowledge checks) set the foundation of what content and material is discussed over the following week in practicals and workshops.
Practicals and Workshops involved self-directed learning (both individual and group based) which will require completion of online material prior to attending these sessions, in order to acheive the learning outcoming and student graduate attributes.Specific Course Requirements
Students are required to provide their own laboratory coat when in any cadaver-based teaching laboratory. Students must also wear closed-toe shoes in cadaver-based teaching laboratories. Students have to follow the Code of Conduct related to teaching in the Ray Last Laboratory area. Students are required to have electronic resources such as a lab-top, tablet to participate in online teaching -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Continuous Assessments - 40% Overall Course Weighting
- Practical (20%): Structural Recognition - Students will complete a 'structural recognition' assessment consisting of multiple stations each containing a specimen, image, model or diagram with a corresponding question. At each station, students will need to identify anatomical structures and their basic mechanism of actions. Grades will be accumulated across each of the practical continuous assessments
- Online Module Review (20%): Online Theory Quiz - Students will complete an online module review covering both theoretical and practical aspects of the content delivered in each module. Question format includes fill in the blank, multiple choice, matching and short answer
Assignment - 20% Overall Course Weighting
- MSK Injury: Group Video Submission (20%) - Students will complete a group assignment in which they will be required to research and describe a specific injury or condition related to the lower or upper limb. Students are required to submit a 5-10 minute video that demonstrates accurate anatomical/biomechanical/physiological terminology, accurate description of movements and description of anatomical relationships to describe tissues and structures affected by the injury or condition.
Examination - 40% Overall Course Weighting
- Practical (20%): Structural Recognition - Students will complete a structural recognition examination consisting of multiple stations each containing a specimen, image, model or diagram with a corresponding question. At each station, students will need to identify anatomical structures, identify basic mechanisms of action, and/or determine outcome of abnormality or dysfunction
- Written (20%): Theoretical - Students will complete a written examination in which they will be required to complete questions in varying formats that will assess both the students theoretical and practical knowledge pertaining to all aspects covered in the course throughout the semester
Assessment Detail
No information currently available.
Submission
No information currently available.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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