Course Title: Head and Visceral Anatomy

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Head and Visceral Anatomy

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

BIOL2275

Bundoora Campus

Undergraduate

160H Medical Sciences

Face-to-Face

 Sem 1 2006,
Sem 1 2007,
Sem 1 2008,
Sem 1 2009,
Sem 1 2011,
Sem 1 2012,
Sem 1 2013,
Sem 1 2014,
Sem 1 2015

BIOL2275

Bundoora Campus

Undergraduate

173H School of Health and Biomed

Face-to-Face

 Sem 1 2017,
Sem 1 2019,
Sem 1 2020,
Sem 1 2021,
Sem 1 2022,
Sem 1 2023

Course Coordinator: Tracy Denning

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925

Course Coordinator Email: tracy.denning@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: Bundoora West


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Required prior study (Pre-requisites)

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Course Description

The course content covers the anatomy of the head (and selected areas of the neck) and the viscera of the thorax, abdomen and pelvis. 


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

Program Learning outcomes

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

BP231 Bachelor of Biomedical Science

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

BP278 Bachelor of Health Science/Bachelor of Applied Science (Chinese Medicine) and BP280 Bachelor of Health Science/Bachelor of Applied Science (Chiropractic)

  • Gather clinical information to make accurate differential diagnoses, assessment and management plans and carry out effective treatment (PLO 2)
  • Practice as a competent health care professional in a safe, ethical and legally responsible manner (PLO 3)
  • Communicate effectively in a range of forms (written, online, oral) and with diverse audiences (patients, community/public, agencies and health professionals) (PLO 5)

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

  • Provide osteopathic, musculo-skeletal healthcare within a patient-centred, evidence-based framework (PLO 2)
  • Gather and interpret health information, and employ clinical reasoning to develop differential diagnoses, to inform assessment and management (PLO 3)
  • Manage all aspects of clinical practice to comply with ethical, legal, and regulatory standards in an evolving healthcare industry (PLO 5)

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)
  • Understand and apply the different methods of imaging and treatment (1.c)


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

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


Overview of Learning Activities

This course involves online modules, on campus face to face practicals, online lectorials, recommended readings and structured interactive activities. This course will require students to undertake self-directed study in addition to the teacher guided learning.


Overview of Learning Resources

Learning resources in this course include:

  • Digital technologies (Anatomage Tables and other online resources)
  • Recommended readings from textbooks, online sources, and designated references
  • Materials provided for face to face and online practical activities

Resources will be made available via the RMIT Learning Management System (LMS).


Overview of Assessment

This course has no hurdle requirements.

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1: Online Quizzes

Weighting 10%

This assessment task supports CLOs 1 & 2

Assessment Task 2: Practical Assessments in Anatomy laboratories

Weighting 40%

This assessment task supports CLOs 1 & 2

Assessment Task 3: Viva assessment

Weighting 25%

This assessment task supports CLOs 1 & 3

Assessment Task 4: End of semester online test

Weighting 25%

This assessment task supports CLOs 1 & 2