CMB2007 : Human Anatomy
- Offered for Year: 2023/24
- Module Leader(s): Dr Meenakshi Swamy
- Owning School: Biomedical, Nutritional and Sports Scien
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
Aims
This module aims to help you develop a core knowledge and understanding of human anatomy.
The course consists of a programme of computer-based sessions that explore various anatomical topics. You should work through the material in the scheduled sessions, and complete the quizzes.
In addition to the computer-based sessions there are two gross anatomy practical classes in the dissecting room when you will have the opportunity to examine human material.
Outline Of Syllabus
Major anatomical systems (including musculoskeletal, nervous, circulation, respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary, reproductive and immune).
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | In person |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 3 | 1:00 | 3:00 | Preparation for written exam |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 2 | 2:00 | 4:00 | In person practical sessions in the Dissecting Room |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 65:00 | 65:00 | Preparing notes, additional reading and revision |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Scheduled on-line contact time | 8 | 3:00 | 24:00 | In person tutorials within computer clusters. Flexibility to complete e-L material distance learning |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Scheduled on-line contact time | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | In person - Introductory e-learning tutorial within computer clusters |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Module talk | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | Sync online - Concluding Q&A Session |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The module centres on online material that students work through either in scheduled time or in their own time. There are scheduled sessions to introduce students to the module, draw together key elements of learning and provide an opportunity for Q&As.
The two practical sessions in the dissecting room will develop their understanding and reinforce the material.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Examination | 60 | 2 | A | 100 | In person Inspera Invigilated exam: Quiz format for 60 mins (maximum 50 questions). |
Exam Pairings
| Module Code | Module Title | Semester | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMN2007 | Human Anatomy | 2 | Students would sit either the same or similar exam at the same time |
| PSC2018 | Human Anatomy for Physiologists | 2 | Students would sit either the same or similar exam at the same time |
| SES1004 | Anatomy | 2 | Students would sit either the same or similar exam at the same time |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The examination assesses the students' core knowledge and understanding of anatomy covered in the module.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- CMB2007's Timetable