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Units ANAT3908 Semester 1 2021 [Normal day]

Unit of study_

ANAT3908: Musculoskeletal Anatomy (Advanced)

Semester 1, 2021 [Normal day] - Remote

Overview

This unit of study aims to provide an opportunity for students to study the topographical and systems anatomy of the upper limb, lower limb and the back regions. Emphasis is placed upon the identification and description of structures and the correlation of structure with function, which for the upper limb includes its role in manipulation, for the lower limb standing and walking and for the back flexible support and protection. Emphasis is also given to the innervation of the limbs and the consequences of nerve lesions for limb function. The unit also aims to develop the general skills of observation, description, drawing, writing and discussion as applying to biological structure. The unit builds upon or compliments other macroscopic anatomy units offered by the Department and provides for the development of skills, which could be relevant to a later honours project or higher degree in the field of structural biology.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	ANAT3908
Academic unit	Department of Medical Sciences
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	ANAT3008
Prerequisites ?	An average mark of 70 or above from 12cp from {[ANAT2008 or ANAT2X10 or PHSI2X05 or PHSI2X06 or PHSI2X07 or PHSI2X08 or MEDS2001 or MEDS2002 or MEDS2003 or MEDS2004 or MEDS2005 or PSYC2X10 or PSYC2X11 or PSYC2012 or PSYC2013 or PSYC2014 or PSYC2015 or BIOL2X21 or BIOL2X22 or BIOL2X24 or BIOL2X30 or BIOL2X31] or [BMED2401 and BMED2402]}
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	Human biology; [(BIOL1008 or BIOL1908 or BIOL1998 or MEDS1X01) or (BIOL1003 or BIOL1903 or BIOL1993)
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Richard Ward, richard.ward@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Final exam (Record+)	Theory exam One 90 minute theory paper, 45 single best answer questions. See Canvas	60%	Formal exam period	1.5 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Final exam (Record+)	Practical exam One 30 minute practical paper, 40 identifications. See Canvas	40%	Formal exam period	30 minutes
Outcomes assessed:
= Type B final exam ? = Type B final exam ?

Assessment summary

Anat 3X08 Summative Assessments 2021.

One 90 minute theory paper, 45 single best answer questions, 60% of the total mark.

One 30 minute practical paper, 40 identifications, 40% of the total mark.

Both during the end of semester examination period.

Supervision B Review+

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	Meets the criteria for a D but in addition demonstrates inquiry into, understanding of and presentation of the subject matter beyond what is expected in the context of the aims, objectives and expected outcomes of the UoS.
Distinction	75 - 84	The work meets the criteria for a Cr, but in addition is well written, and demonstrates understanding of the subject matter, as described in the context of the aims, objectives and expected outcomes of the UoS, at the highest level.
Credit	65 - 74	The work is clearly presented, thorough and addresses the issues posed by the task at a level of consideration consistent with the aims, objectives and expected outcomes of the UoS. The work demonstrates a good grasp of the facts.
Pass	50 - 64	The work addresses the issues posed by the task; the level of consideration is adequate in the context of the aims, objectives and expected outcomes of the UoS, but lacks a demonstrated depth of understanding, or suggests lack of understanding of some facts.
Fail	0 - 49	The work does not address the issues posed by the task or the level of consideration is inadequate in the context of the aims, objectives and expected outcomes of the UoS.

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.

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

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Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	1. Introduction; 2. Shoulder	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 02	1. Arm, elbow; 2. Forearm, wrist	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 02	1. Shoulder; 2. Arm, elbow	Practical (4 hr)
Week 03	1. Hand 1; 2. Hand 2	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 03	1. Forearm, wrist; 2. Hand 1	Practical (4 hr)
Week 04	1. Vessels; 2. Nerves 1	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 04	1. Hand 2; 2. Vessels	Practical (4 hr)
Week 05	1. Nerves 2; 2. Fn anat, shoulder 1	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 05	1. Nerves 1; 2. Nerves 2	Practical (4 hr)
Week 06	1. Fn anat, shoulder 2; 2. Hip, gluteal	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 06	1. Revision, form p ex; 2. Fn anat, shoulder 1	Practical (4 hr)
Week 07	1. Thigh; 2. Knee	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 07	1. Fn anat, shoulder 2; 2. Hip and gluteal	Practical (4 hr)
Week 08	1. Leg, ankle; 2. Foot	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 08	1. Thigh; 2. Knee	Practical (4 hr)
Week 09	Vessels	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 09	Leg and ankle	Practical (2 hr)
Week 10	1. Nerves 1; 2. Nerves 2	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 10	1. Foot; 2. Vessels	Practical (4 hr)
Week 11	1. Spinal cord; 2. Back 1	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 11	1. Nerves; 2. Spinal cord, fn anat LL	Practical (4 hr)
Week 12	1. Back 2; 2. Limb, develop 1	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 12	1. Back 1; 2. Back 2	Practical (4 hr)
Week 13	1. Limb, develop 2; 2. Limb, develop 3	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 13	1. Revision, form p ex; 2. Revision	Practical (4 hr)
Week 14 (STUVAC)	Revision	Practical (4 hr)

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.

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. classify the bones, joints, muscles and supply structures of the limbs and vertebral column
LO2. define the regions and subregions of the limbs and vertebral column
LO3. define aspects of the language/terminology as they apply to the limbs and vertebral column; names of structures, positions, movements, locations, side, view, orientation, conventions
LO4. describe, identify, discuss, draw, tabulate the individual bones, joints, muscles and supply structures of the limbs and vertebral column including their internal topography where relevant
LO5. describe, identify, discuss, draw, tabulate the topographical (external) relationships of individual structures and of subregions and regions of the limbs and vertebral column
LO6. discuss the function of the macroscopic structures within the limbs and vertebral column
LO7. use the knowledge of the limb and vertebral column structures in discussion to show how various problems may be stated, understood or solved; examples of such problems or matters of interest may be historical, functional, applied, biomechanical, evolutionary, embryological etc
LO8. write and speak clearly, concisely, 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.

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Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

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Late submission

Academic integrity

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Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

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Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

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