Outline

Overview

This unit of study aims to provide an understanding of the anatomy of the viscera of the thorax, abdomen and pelvis. Structures covered include the heart and associated great vessels, lungs, mediastinum and the abdominal viscera, the alimentary organs and the genitourinary system. The structure of anterior thoracic and abdominal walls and pelvis along with the nerve supply to the viscera and relevant endocrine structures is also covered. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of structure to function especially with respect to the important functions of breathing, digestion, excretion and reproduction. Students will be encouraged to relate their understanding of these structures to current research in anatomy and histology and in related fields such as molecular biology and physiology. The course also aims to provide both theoretical and practical skills which can provide a basis for further studies in fields such as physiotherapy, chiropractic or forensic science or in post graduate medicine or dentistry or in areas of research requiring a knowledge of anatomy.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	ANAT3007
Academic unit	Department of Medical Sciences
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	ANAT3907 or BMED2401 or BMED2402 or BMED2403 or BMED2405 or BMED2406 or BMED2801 or BMED2802 or BMED2803 or BMED2804 or BMED2805 or BMED2806 or BMED2807 or BMED2808
Prerequisites ?	12cp from [ANAT2008 or ANAT2010 or ANAT2910 or PHSI2005 or PHSI2905 or PHSI2006 or PHSI2906 or PHSI2007 or PHSI2907 or PHSI2008 or PHSI2908 or MEDS2001 or MEDS2002 or MEDS2003 or MEDS2004 or PSYC2010 or PSYC2910 or PSYC2011 or PSYC2911 or PSYC2012 or PSYC2013 or PSYC2014 or PSYC2015 or PSYC2915 or BIOL2021 or BIOL2921 or BIOL2022 or BIOL2922]
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	BIOL1008 or BIOL1908 or BIOL1998 or BIOL1003 or BIOL1903 or BIOL1993
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Suzanne Ollerenshaw, suzanne.ollerenshaw@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Helen Ritchie, helen.ritchie@sydney.edu.au
	Laura Lindsay, laura.lindsay@sydney.edu.au
	Kevin Keay, kevin.keay@sydney.edu.au
	Michael Morris, m.morris@sydney.edu.au
	Elizabeth Hegedus, elizabeth.hegedus@sydney.edu.au
	Suzanne Ollerenshaw, suzanne.ollerenshaw@sydney.edu.au
	Sarah Croker, sarah.croker@sydney.edu.au
	Jennifer Menzies, jennifer.menzies@sydney.edu.au
	Katie Dixon, katie.dixon@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	William Havellas, william.havellas@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Claudio Andres Corvalan Diaz, claudio.corvalandiaz@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Practical exam ?	Practical Exam Spot Test - anatomy prosections and image identifications	40%	Formal exam period	30 minutes
Outcomes assessed:
Small test	Module 1 - W2 online MCQs from a pool of questions	5%	Week 02 Due date: 01 Mar 2024 at 23:59 Closing date: 03 Mar 2024	10 minutes
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Module 1 - W3 labelling anatomical figures and images	5%	Week 03 Due date: 08 Mar 2024 at 23:59 Closing date: 10 Mar 2024	N/A
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Module 1 - W4 written task	5%	Week 04 Due date: 15 Mar 2024 at 23:59 Closing date: 17 Mar 2024	500 words
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Module 2 powerpoint presentation with voice over	20%	Week 10 Due date: 05 May 2024 at 23:59 Closing date: 12 May 2024	10 slides & 10 minutes
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Supervised test ?	Module 3 & Workshops In-person test short and extended answer questions	25%	Week 13 Due date: 23 May 2024 at 13:00 Closing date: 23 May 2024	1 hour
Outcomes assessed:

Assessment summary

ASSESSMENT NAME	% of final mark		DUE DATE	Location/Submission	FORMAT	LENGTH
Module 1 - W2	15%	5%	W2 - Friday 1st March, 23:59	Canvas Quizzes online	10x MCQs
Module 1 - W3		5%	W3 - Friday 8th March, 23:59	Submit online in Canvas	labelling images & figures
Module 1 - W4		5%	W4 - Friday 15th March, 23:59	Submit online in Canvas	writing task	500 words
Module 2	20%		W10 - Sunday 5th May, 23:59	Submit online in Canvas	powerpoint with voice over	10 slides, 10 minutes
Module 3 & Workshops	25%		W13 - Thursday 23rd May, 1pm	in person - on campus	short and extended answer questions	60 minutes
Practical Exam	40%		formal exam period - TBC	in person - on campus	spot test identifications on prosections & models	30 minutes
Practical & Workshop participation	N/A		ongoing	nil	attendance at 80% of classes	N/A

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	Work of exceptional standard
Distinction	75 - 84	Work of a very high standard
Credit	65 - 74	Work of a good standard
Pass	50 - 64	Work of an acceptable standard
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

The Assessment Procedures 2011 provide that any written work submitted after 11:59pm on the due date will be penalised by 5% of the maximum awardable mark for each calendar day after the due date. If the assessment is submitted more than ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded. However, a unit of study may prohibit late submission or exclude late penalties only if expressly stated below. - special consideration approved - special arrangements approved - student academic plan in place - simple extension approved

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy 2023 reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy 2023. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	overview of autonomic nervous system control	Lecture (1 hr)
	thoracic wall and mediastinum	Lecture (1 hr)
	thoracic wall and mediastinum	Practical (2 hr)
Week 02	development of the heart	Lecture (1 hr)
	heart and great vessels	Lecture (1 hr)
	heart and great vessels	Practical (2 hr)
	cMRI, ECHO & Doppler Imaging of the heart & vessels	Workshop (1.5 hr)
Week 03	respiratory	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 03	development of the heart	Workshop (1.5 hr)
Week 04	Application of respiratory anatomy	Lecture (1 hr)
	respiratory system	Practical (2 hr)
	X-rays - anatomical imaging	Workshop (1.5 hr)
Week 05	anterior and posterior abdominal walls	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 05	Museum - fusion of art, science & medicine	Workshop (1.5 hr)
Week 06	upper gastrointestinal system	Lecture (1 hr)
	ant. & post. abdominal wall	Practical (2 hr)
	clinical case 1 - imaging & anatomical pathology	Workshop (1.5 hr)
Week 07	lower gastrointestinal system	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 07	upper GIT	Practical (2 hr)
Week 08	liver, pancreas, spleen and gallbladder	Lecture (1 hr)
	lower GIT	Practical (2 hr)
	contrast & cross sectional X-ray clinical imaging	Workshop (1.5 hr)
Week 09	urinary system	Lecture (1 hr)
	liver, pancreas, gallbladder & spleen	Practical (2 hr)
	CT & MRI cross-sectional imaging	Workshop (1.5 hr)
Week 10	urogenital development	Lecture (1 hr)
	female reproductive system	Lecture (1 hr)
	urinary system	Practical (2 hr)
	clinical case 2 - imaging & anatomical pathology	Workshop (1.5 hr)
Week 11	male reproductive system	Lecture (1 hr)
	female reproductive system	Practical (2 hr)
	ultrasound and pregnancy imaging	Workshop (1.5 hr)
Week 12	anatomical considerations in pregnancy and childbirth	Lecture (1 hr)
	overview of imaging techniques used to view viscera	Lecture (1 hr)
	male reproductive system	Practical (2 hr)
	infertility & IVF	Workshop (1.5 hr)
Week 13	revision	Practical (2 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

From February 19 (W1) students enrolled in this unit should engage with and study all face to face and online content, as directed by the Canvas site, including submission of any formative tasks and completion of any asynchronous activities.

ALL teaching activities are F2F. There is an 80% compulsory attendance for Practicals and Workshops. Students who fall below 80% attendance (without approval from the UoS coordinator) will receive an Absent Fail (AF) grade.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed through the Library eReserve, available on Canvas.

Rohan, Yokochi and Lutjen-drecoll. Color Atlas of Human Anatomy.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. define the regions and sub-regions and the structures within
LO2. describe, identify, draw and tabulate the features of the viscera
LO3. understand the neural and vascular supply to the viscera
LO4. discuss the function of the macroscopic structures within each body system
LO5. identify and distinguish the macroscopic structures when view with modern imaging technique
LO6. apply your knowledge to evaluate clinical and pathological issues
LO7. write and speak clearly, concisely, and grammatically in the language of the subject

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Changes to the teaching format to be more engaging Changes to the assessment to be more varied and balanced throughout the semester Small assessment tasks in W2, 3 & 4 to help students judge how they are progressing with their studies.

Additional information

More information can be found on Canvas.

Additional costs

There are no additional costs for this unit.

Site visit guidelines

There are no site visit guidelines for this unit.

Work, health and safety

Practical Classes:

You will need gloves, gown & appropriate footwear (closed shoes covering ENTIRE dorsum of the foot, not sandals, ballet flats or thongs). Correct protective clothing is not only a University requirement, it is also part of the Work, Health & Safety (WHS) policy. Students who do not have protective clothing will not be allowed into the anatomy tutorial rooms.

The Anatomy Act requires you to WEAR identification when you are in the tutorial rooms. This should be your student card inserted into a clear holder (we supply one holder per students (if you lose a holder you can buy another from the Prosectory, cost - $1).

In addition to the above PPE students may choose to wear a mask in the practical classes, workshops and forums.

Disclaimer

The University reserves the right to amend units of study or no longer offer certain units, including where there are low enrolment numbers.

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Assessment

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Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Additional costs

Site visit guidelines

Work, health and safety

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ANAT3007: Visceral Anatomy

Semester 1, 2024 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Additional costs

Site visit guidelines

Work, health and safety

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

Media

Student links

About us

Connect