Course Title: Limb and Trunk Anatomy

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Limb and Trunk Anatomy

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

BIOL2274

Bundoora Campus

Undergraduate

160H Medical Sciences

Face-to-Face

 Sem 2 2006,
Sem 2 2009,
Sem 2 2010,
Sem 2 2011,
Sem 2 2012,
Sem 2 2013,
Sem 2 2014,
Sem 2 2016

BIOL2274

Bundoora Campus

Undergraduate

173H School of Health and Biomed

Face-to-Face

 Sem 2 2017,
Sem 2 2019,
Sem 2 2020,
Sem 2 2021,
Sem 2 2022,
Sem 2 2023,
Sem 2 2024

BIOL2372

City Campus

Undergraduate

160H Medical Sciences

Face-to-Face

 Sem 2 2013

Course Coordinator: Dr Tim McNamara

Course Coordinator Phone: -

Course Coordinator Email: timothy.mcnamara@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: Building 220 Floor 04 Room 016


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Required Prior Study

You should have satisfactorily completed following course/s before you commence this course.

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Alternatively, you may be able to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge before you start this course.

Contact your course coordinator if you think you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning.


Course Description

The course content covers the gross anatomy of the upper limb, lower limb, and the trunk walls enclosing the axial skeleton (including the vertebral column). This includes the anatomy of the bones and their landmarks, the joints and associated structures, the muscles, the nerves, the major vessels, and the major fascial components of these regions. 


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

This course contributes to the program learning outcomes in the following disciplines:

BP231P10 Bachelor of Biomedical Science

  • PLO 2 Exhibit depth and breadth of scientific knowledge by demonstrating knowledge across disciplines contributing to biomedical science

BP278 Bachelor of Health Science/Bachelor of Applied Science (Chinese Medicine)

  • PLO 1 Provide specialised health care within a patient centred evidence based framework
  • PLO 2 Gather clinical information to make accurate differential diagnoses, assessment and management plans and carry out effective treatment
  • PLO 5 Communicate effectively in a range of forms (written, online, oral) and with diverse audiences (patients, community/public, agencies and health professionals)
  • PLO 6 Work independently and in teams, specifically to lead and contribute to inter-professional care partnerships

BP279 Bachelor of Health Science/Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy)

  • PLO 2 Provide osteopathic, musculo-skeletal healthcare within a patient-centred, evidence-based framework 
  • PLO 5 Manage all aspects of clinical practice to comply with ethical, legal, and regulatory standards in an evolving healthcare industry
  • PLO 6 Work autonomously and collaboratively, to lead and/or contribute to inter-professional healthcare partnerships

BP280 Bachelor of Health Science/Bachelor of Applied Science (Chiropractic)

  • PLO 2 Gather clinical information to make accurate differential diagnoses, assessment and management plans and carry out effective treatment
  • PLO 5 Communicate effectively in a range of forms (written, online, oral) and with diverse audiences (patients, community/public, agencies and health professionals)
  • PLO 6 Work independently and in teams, specifically to lead and contribute to inter-professional care partnerships

This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes for BP321 Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Radiations) (aligned to the Accreditation Standards of the Medical Radiations Practice Board of Australia):

Standard 1

  • Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to practice (1.a)
  • Confirm the procedure according to clinical indicators (1.d)
  • Assess the patient’s/client’s capacity to receive care (1.e)

Standard 3

  • Communicate clearly, sensitively and effectively with the patient/client and their family or carers (3.a)

For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.


Upon the successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  1. Identify gross anatomical features of the limbs and trunk using cadaveric specimens, digital technologies, images, and models.
  2. Describe the interrelationships between the anatomy and function of the limbs, trunk, and related structures.   
  3. Effectively communicate with other health professionals by presenting accurate anatomical information using appropriate terminology.   


Overview of Learning Activities

You will be actively engaged in a range of learning activities such as lectorials, tutorials, practicals, laboratories, seminars, project work, class discussion, individual and group activities. Delivery may be face to face, online or a mix of both. 

You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course. 


Overview of Learning Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course. 

There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1: Online quizzes
Weighting 15%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1 & 2

Assessment Task 2: Practical assessments in anatomy laboratories
Weighting 45%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 3

Assessment Task 3: End of Semester Assessment 
Weighting 40%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1 & 2

If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.