The aim of this course is to provide students with an introduction to the anatomical organisation of the human body. Current knowledge of how the human body works is based, in many instances, on the analysis of its anatomy. Hence, knowledge of the anatomy leads to a better understanding of function, together with an appreciation of the outcomes and symptoms of dysfunction. In this functional anatomy course, lectures will address topics, which offer special insight into the normal structure and function of the body and lay the basis for the understanding of disease states. The practical sessions offer students the opportunity to examine human prosected specimens, plastic models and other resources that facilitate the study of this discipline. This course gives students the opportunity to prepare for a medically-related career.

Enrolment is restricted to 100 students and entry will be merit-based.  Students should email rsb.studentadmin@anu.edu.au to register for the course by 30 March.   A permission code will be emailed to students who have been admitted into the course.

On satisfying the requirements of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. Describe the general principles governing the structural organisation of all body systems, from musculoskeletal, visceral to the nervous system.
2. Apply this understanding to address questions in human physiology and malfunction.
3. Identify the major structures of the body on human cadavers and models.

Assessment will be based on:      

• Theory exam (60%; LO 1-3)
• Practical project (20%; LO 1-3)
• Practical exam (20%; LO 1-3)

Two lectures and 1x2hour practical per week. Additional tutorial sessions of up to two hours each week may be offered. Students require another 4 non-contact hours for preparation and reading.

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