Units
Functional Anatomy
Unit code: HMB274
Contact hours: 4 per week
Credit points: 12
Information about fees and unit costs
This unit includes the following: surface anatomy of the trunk and upper and lower limb; morphological and mechanical properties of bone, muscle-tendon units with implications for physical activity; joint structure and function; analyses of movement tasks including walking and running; cinematography and electromyography in functional anatomy of movement tasks.
Availability
| Semester | Available |
|---|---|
| 2013 Semester 1 | Yes |
Sample subject outline - Semester 1 2013
Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.
Rationale
This unit builds upon basic structural knowledge provided in gross anatomy to develop an understanding of the functional significance of these structures. The underlying theme is to explore the relationship between structure and function with particular reference to whole body organisms in the movement setting.
Aims
The aim of this unit is to provide you with the knowledge necessary to identify the structural and functional requirements of musculo-skeletal system in relation to human motion for a variety of activities. You will accomplish this by building upon the prior knowledge of anatomy to evaluate human motion from a variety of situations.
Objectives
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- To develop an understanding of the structure and function of the musculo-skeletal system in relation to human movement.
- To aid comprehension of developmental anatomy as it relates to physical activity across the lifespan.
- To provide opportunities for the observation and development of techniques necessary for kinesiological analysis.
- To develop an understanding of body mechanics in relation to static and dynamic posture, and
- To examine structural differences and their relationship to human performance.
Content
Content emphasises the musculo-skeletal system from the micro and macro perspective with particular reference to human movement and from birth to maturity.
Topics include:
orthopaedic biomechanics, structural adaption of musculo-skeletal tissues to loading and de-loading and de-loading and exercise; arthrology; muscle adaption and structure; physiology of joints and kinesiological analyses; the spine; body mechanics and posture; growth and development; locomotion and gait; and structural correlates of performance.
Approaches to Teaching and Learning
This unit involves a combination of lectures, laboratory practicals, and tutorial discussion. An emphasis is placed on the development of professional skills as well as an appropriate knowledge base. Students are encouraged to attend classes and make use of the discussion board to obtain feedback on their study guide questions throughout the semester.
Assessment
The unit requires students to complete a written assignment, complete two components of a practical exam and the final comprehensive exam.Summative Assessment.
Formative feedback is provided to students via the unit's discussion board. Students are encouraged to post draft answers to study guide questions for which they will receive feedback. Students are also encouraged to ask any questions they have for lecturing staff via this forum. Summative individual and group-wide feedback is provided for the movement analysis assignment. A synopsis of common errors and areas of strength and weakness is provided after the practical exams.
Assessment name:
Movement Analysis Assignment
Description:
Two movement analysis assignments involving the description of simple human movements in terms of the joint actions and major muscles responsible for joint torques.
Weight: 30% (Analysis 1 = 10% and analysis 2 = 20%)
Due Date: Analysis 1 = end of week 4, Analysis 2 = end of week 10
Relates to objectives:
1, 3 & 4
Weight:
30%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
week 4 & 10
Assessment name:
Examination (practical)
Description:
Practical Examinations (Part1 & 2) ~ 1 hour and scheduled in the normal tutorial sessions for weeks 6 and 12.
Students are required to Identify bones, their anatomical landmarks, skeletal muscles, their origins, insertions and actions
Weight: 30% (15% each)
Relates to objectives:
1 & 3
Weight:
30%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
week 6 & 12
Assessment name:
Examination (theory)
Description:
A comprehensive 2 hour theory examination.
Relates to objectives:
1, 2, 3 ,4 & 5
Weight:
40%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
Exam Period
Academic Honesty
QUT is committed to maintaining high academic standards to protect the value of its qualifications. To assist you in assuring the academic integrity of your assessment you are encouraged to make use of the support materials and services available to help you consider and check your assessment items. Important information about the university's approach to academic integrity of assessment is on your unit Blackboard site.
A breach of academic integrity is regarded as Student Misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties.
Resource materials
Required Text
Levangie, P. K. & Norkin, C. C. (2005) Joint Structure and Function: A Comprehensive Analysis. 4th Edition. F. A. Davis. Philadelphia, PA
Risk assessment statement
You are required to read and abide by the Health and Safety Rules for School of Human Movement Studies Laboratories and Clinics prior to undertaking any of the laboratories for this unit. These Health and Safety Rules are provided in electronic form on the online teaching site for this unit and are prominently displayed in hardcopy within the laboratory/clinic.
Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.
Last modified: 27-Sep-2012
