Program Overview

Introduction to ANAT1002 – Musculoskeletal Anatomy

ANAT1002 – Musculoskeletal Anatomy is a unit offered by Macquarie University, focusing on the detailed understanding of functional anatomy of the limbs, thorax, abdomen, and back. This unit builds upon the foundation established in ANAT1001, enabling students to apply their knowledge of structures and their functions to understand movement in the limbs and trunk.

General Information

• Unit Convenor and Teaching Staff: Irina Dedova and Stephanie Marhoff-Beard
• Credit Points: 10
• Prerequisites: HLTH108 or ANAT1001
• Corequisites: None
• Co-badged Status: None
• Unit Description: This unit delves into the functional anatomy of the limbs, thorax, abdomen, and back, with an emphasis on applying knowledge of structures and their functions to understand movement. Students will engage in hands-on learning experiences, including the use of cadaveric specimens, and apply theoretical and practical knowledge to solve problems based on real-life and clinical scenarios.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the musculoskeletal anatomy of the limbs and trunk, understanding the structure-function relationship and its significance in health and disease.
• Apply anatomical knowledge to analyze clinical and functional presentations relating to the limbs and trunk.
• Demonstrate skills in identifying surface anatomy landmarks of the limbs and trunk.
• Correlate normal anatomy of the limbs and trunk with the interpretation of medical imaging.

General Assessment Information

• The final grade is determined by a grading committee in accordance with the Macquarie University Assessment Policy.
• To pass this unit, students must demonstrate sufficient evidence of achieving the learning outcomes, meet any ungraded requirements, and achieve a final mark of 50 or better.
• Late submissions will incur a 5% penalty per day, up to 7 days, after which a grade of '0' will be awarded.

Assessment Tasks

• Portfolio: 25%, due on 07/11/2025
• Practical Test 1: 35%, due on 10/09/2025
• Practical Test 2: 40%, due on 05/11/2025

Delivery and Resources

• The unit will engage students in a range of online and face-to-face learning activities, including weekly online lectures, in-person practical and tutorial classes, and online formative learning activities.
• Recommended Readings:
  • Textbooks: Vogl, Drake, & Mitchell (2019) Gray's Anatomy for Students. 4th Ed, Elsevier; Moore, Dalley, & Agur (2017) Clinically Oriented Anatomy. 8th Ed, Wolters Kluwer.
  • Atlases: Abrahams, Boon & Spratt (2009) McMinn's Clinical Atlas of Human Anatomy. 6th Ed, Mosby/Saunders Elsevier, OR Rohen, Lutjen-Drecoll, & Yokochi (2015) A photographic Atlas. 8th Ed, Wolters Kluwer.
  • Software: Complete Anatomy (Elsevier) and Acland's Video Atlas via MQ Library.

Unit Schedule

The unit schedule outlines the weekly topics, lectures, practicals, tutorials, and formative quizzes from Week 1 to Week 13, including recess periods.

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the Academic Appeals Policy, Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Progression Policy, Assessment Policy, Fitness to Practice Procedure, and Special Consideration Policy.

Changes from Previous Offering

The assessment has been changed to reduce the number of assessment items, removing weekly summative quizzes and the final examination.

Inclusion and Diversity

Macquarie University promotes social inclusion, giving everyone the opportunity to study, participate in campus life, and flourish in their chosen field. Students are expected to contribute to the development of an inclusive culture and practice.

Professionalism

Professionalism is a key capability in the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences. Students are expected to attend all small group interactive sessions, show respect for peers, and maintain a professional demeanor during learning activities.