MON2001 : Structure of the Human Body: an evolutionary and functional perspective (Monash University)
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s):
- Owning School: Biomedical, Nutritional and Sports Scien
- Teaching Location: Off Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 15 |
| ECTS Credits: | 8.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module is an introduction to human anatomy. It includes an overview of general principles of major body systems. This will be followed by a consideration of specific areas of regional anatomy from an evolutionary perspective.
Outline Of Syllabus
What distinguishes the human body from other primates, mammals and indeed vertebrates and how have these adaptations of anatomy contributed in a functional context to us being so successful. Practical classes will involve exposure to human cadaver prosections, skeletal material, models and a range of imaging modalities including X-rays, CT scans etc.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 8 | 1:00 | 8:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 11 | 1:00 | 11:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 12 | 2:00 | 24:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 8 | 3:00 | 24:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 41 | 2:00 | 82:00 | Number = 41.5 and Student Hours = 83:00 |
| Total | 150:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The module is body structure driven, with lectures providing theory prior to the practical work. Tutorial work improves teamwork skills and the use of cadavers enables students to understand the topograpghy and organisation of the human structure from an evolutionary perspective.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lab exercise | 180 | 2 | A | 20 | Mid semester (wk 6) image exam |
| Written Examination | 120 | 2 | A | 50 | Theory Examination |
| Lab exercise | 180 | 2 | A | 20 | Final Image Examination |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 2 | M | 10 | In semester tutorial participation |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Anatomical investigation and hands on experience provide a robust method of learning. The interpretation of anatomical images enables students to demonstrate their abilities, and contribution to tutorial work allows teamwork skills to be developed. The written exam provides the opportunity to develop and extrapolate their understanding.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MON2001's Timetable