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Functional and Clinical Anatomy of the Limbs Module

The Functional and Clinical Anatomy of the Limbs module, coded as CA41005, is a comprehensive program designed to evaluate the anatomy of the upper and lower extremities and girdles. This module explores how the anatomy of our limbs allows for movement and stability in daily life, with a focus on joint movements and muscular activity.

Module Details

• Credits: 15
• Level: 4
• Semester: Semester 1
• School: School of Science and Engineering
• Discipline: Centre for Anatomy and Human Identification

What You Will Learn

In this module, students will:

• Apply basic biomechanical concepts to the function of the upper and lower limbs
• Examine in detail the anatomy of the pectoral and pelvic girdles and the joints of the upper and lower limbs
• Compare and contrast the roles of the upper and lower limbs
• Learn about the stability of the limb joints and common pathological conditions
• Construct a logical, accurate scientific essay
• Design a coherent scientific poster on one aspect of limb anatomy
• Evaluate, synthesise, and critically review relevant scientific literature
• Use examples of recent scientific and clinical literature to support arguments

By the end of this module, students will be able to:

• Work well in a group of peers
• Write clear, concise, and accurate scientific prose
• Present information about specialised topics to informed audiences

Assignments / Assessment

The assessment for this module includes:

• Poster presentation (10%)
• Mini-quizzes (15%)
• Reflective critical portfolio (15%)
• Essay (20%)
• Unseen exam (40%)

Teaching Methods / Timetable

Teaching methods for this module include:

• Group workshops
• Practical classes
• Tutorials

Courses

This module is available on the following courses:

• Anatomical Sciences BSc (Hons)