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Module Title	Anatomy 2
Module Code	SS111
School	School of Health & Human Performance
Online Module Resources
Module Co-ordinator	Dr Noel McCaffrey	Office Number	AG23
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	10
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

This module aims to teach the student structure and function of muscle, ligament, tendon structure and function of fascia functional and surface anatomy of the lower limb functional and surface anatomy of the spine functional and surface anatomy of the pelvic girdle anatomy of the lymphatic system the anatomy of the thoraic wall and cavity the anatomy of the abodominal wall and cavity the anatomy of the pelvic wall and cavity the cardiovascular system the endocrine system the digestive system the reproductive system the integumentary system

Learning Outcomes

1. identify the major surface anatomy landmarks of the spine, pelvis and lower limb areas
2. identify the major surface markings of the cardiovascular system
3. identify the surface markings for the major internal organs
4. locate the bony attachments of the main muscles in the spine, pelvic and lower limb regions
5. describe the actions carried out by the muscles in the spine, pelvis and lower limb regions
6. describe the structure and function of the main body systems
7. describe the structure and function of the main joints in the spine, pelvis and lower limb regions

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Clinical laboratory	30	functional and surface anatomy tuition
Lecture	36	No Description
Laboratory	6	computer assisted anatomy tuition
Directed learning	2	MCQ and practical exam
Independent Study	176	No Description
Total Workload: 250

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

None

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	40%	Examination Weight	60%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable

Indicative Reading List

Gerard J. Tortora, Bryan H. Derrickson: 2009, Principles of anatomy and physiology, Wiley ; [2008], Hoboken, N.J., 0470084715
Nigel P. Palastanga, Derek Field, Roger Soames: 0, Anatomy and human movement, 0750688149

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

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