Course Coordinator:Skye Cash-Deans (scashdea@usc.edu.au) School:School of Health - Biomedicine
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Blended learning | Most of your course is on campus but you may be able to do some components of this course online. |
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Human Anatomy LFS122 examines the human body from its cellular organisation in the tissues then organs, finally terminating in the organ systems that form the human structure. This course emphasises gross human anatomy, body structures that can be examined by the human eye. A systematic anatomical approach will be undertaken during the delivery. This course will provide students with the fundamental anatomical knowledge required to pursue a career in either allied health, sports science or medical fields. Introductory Human Anatomy is a Gross Human Anatomy course only.
Activity | Hours | Beginning Week | Frequency |
Blended learning | |||
Learning materials – Pre-recorded Learning Materials pertaining to weekly topics (weeks 1 through to 5 and weeks 8 through to 12) to be uploaded to Canvas and released weekly to students. | 2hrs | Week 1 | 10 times |
Laboratory 1 – Delivered face to face on campus. | 2hrs | Week 1 | 11 times |
Tutorial/Workshop 1 – Case-study based workshops (run in weeks 1 through to 5 and weeks 8 through to 12). Delivered face to face on campus and online. | 2hrs | Week 1 | 10 times |
- Anatomical Terminology, Bones and Joints
- Pelvic Girdle & Lower Limb (Hip to Knee) - Musculoskeletal & Terminal Motor Nerve Branches
- Lower Limb (Knee to Foot) - Musculoskeletal & Terminal Nerve Branches Integumentary System
- The Trunk - Musculoskeletal, Gross Anatomy of the Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves, General Muscle
Characteristics & Configurations
- The Head & Neck - Musculoskeletal, Gross Anatomy of the Brain, Cranial Nerves
- Pectoral Girdle & Upper Limb - Musculoskeletal & Terminal Motor Nerve Branches
- The Thoracic Cavity & Mediastinum - Respiratory and Cardiac Systems, Circulation above the heart.
- The Circulatory System - Limbs & Abdominopelvic cavity, Lymphatic & Endocrine Systems
- The Urogenital System
- The Digestive System
100 Level (Introductory)
12 units
Course Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this course, you should be able to... | Graduate Qualities Completing these tasks successfully will contribute to you becoming... | |
1 | Identify and describe the positional relationships of gross anatomical structures on models and images. | Knowledgeable |
2 | Follow a structured process of observation and investigation to identify specific gross anatomical structures. |
Knowledgeable Creative and critical thinker |
3 | Utilise anatomical knowledge combined with anatomical theory to explain the functional relationships of the structure in regional and gross contexts. |
Knowledgeable Creative and critical thinker |
4 | Utilise and apply anatomical theory to explain and determine the functional relationships between gross human anatomical structures. | Knowledgeable |
Refer to the UniSC Glossary of terms for definitions of “pre-requisites, co-requisites and anti-requisites”.
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Standard Grading (GRD)
High Distinction (HD), Distinction (DN), Credit (CR), Pass (PS), Fail (FL). |
Online and in person practical formative anatomical tasks will be provided for students during the semester. Completion of the tasks will provide immediate feedback.
Delivery mode | Task No. | Assessment Product | Individual or Group | Weighting % | What is the duration / length? | When should I submit? | Where should I submit it? |
All | 1 | Portfolio | Individual | 25% | Approx. 2-4 hours per week |
Throughout teaching period (refer to Format) | In Class |
All | 2a | Examination - not Centrally Scheduled | Individual | 20% | approximately 60 minutes |
Week 7 | In Class |
All | 2b | Examination - not Centrally Scheduled | Individual | 20% | approximately 60 minutes |
Week 13 | In Class |
All | 3 | Examination - Centrally Scheduled | Individual | 35% | 130 minutes |
Exam Period | Online Test (Quiz) |
All - Assessment Task 1:Practical and Theory Work Portfolio | |
Goal: | To provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of the theory and practical components of this course. The portfolio is a suite of activities that allow you to develop your foundational knowledge in human anatomy, for application in your health profession. This work includes preparation for the practical laboratories, that should be completed BEFORE attending class, particularly preparation of your laboratory workbook. Embedded in this task are weekly self-assessment activities designed to provide you feedback on your understanding of the concept(s) at hand. This will help you self-evaluate your progress through the weekly content, which is a critical skill in improving your educational performance. |
Product: | Portfolio |
Format: | A portfolio of online and in-class learning activities and assessments. Refer to course canvas site for details. |
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All - Assessment Task 2a:Mid-Semester Practical Examination | |
Goal: | To provide you with an opportunity to communicate your knowledge and understanding of anatomical features, relationships and movements of the human systems covered in Weeks 1 - 5. |
Product: | Examination - not Centrally Scheduled |
Format: | This is an invigilated, in-class (laboratory) examination where you will be asked to identify anatomical features and structures on models, as well as demonstrate anatomical movements, previously covered in your Week 1 - 5 laboratory classes. Correct anatomical terminology and correct spelling will be essential. This is a closed book and timed assessment task. More details will be provided on your course site. |
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All - Assessment Task 2b:Final Practical Examination | |
Goal: | To provide you with an opportunity to communicate your knowledge and understanding of anatomical features, relationships and movements of the human systems covered in Weeks 8 - 12. |
Product: | Examination - not Centrally Scheduled |
Format: | This is an invigilated, in-class (laboratory) examination where you will be asked to identify anatomical features and structures on models, as well as demonstrate anatomical movements, previously covered in your laboratory classes. Correct anatomical terminology and correct spelling will be essential. This is a closed book and timed assessment task. More details will be provided on your course site. |
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All - Assessment Task 3:Final Theory | |
Goal: | To provide the opportunity to demonstrate the depth of your knowledge and understanding related to the theoretical and practical constructs obtained during Human Anatomy. |
Product: | Examination - Centrally Scheduled |
Format: | It will be a comprehensive online examination consisting of multiple choice and short response style questions. Material taught during the entire semester will be examined. More details will be provided in your course site. |
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A 12-unit course will have total of 150 learning hours which will include directed study hours (including online if required), self-directed learning and completion of assessable tasks. Student workload is calculated at 12.5 learning hours per one unit.
Please note: Course information, including specific information of recommended readings, learning activities, resources, weekly readings, etc. are available on the course Canvas site– Please log in as soon as possible.
Please note that you need to have regular access to the resource(s) listed below. Resources may be required or recommended.
Required? | Author | Year | Title | Edition | Publisher |
Recommended | Elaine N. Marieb,Patricia M. Brady,Jon B. Mallatt | 2019 | Human Anatomy | 9th | Pearson |
Required | Mellifont R, Daffin L & Cash-Deans S. UniSC | 2024 | LFS122 Human Anatomy Laboratory Workbook | n/a | UniSC |
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