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BIOS1169: Advanced Musculoskeletal Human Anatomy
2025 unit information
This unit of study examines the detailed gross, radiological and surface anatomy of the lower limb, trunk and neck. Included are the anatomical analyses of functional activities which involve the lower limb, back and neck. Material will be presented in lectures as well as in practical and tutorial sessions on-campus or online. Students are also expected to undertake independent learning. Practical classes involve the study of human cadavers. Attendance at the practical and tutorial sessions is compulsory.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Medicine and Health
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Department of Medical Sciences |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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BIOS1168 or equivalent unit of study |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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None |
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Apply anatomical knowledge to describe the functional anatomy of the human musculoskeletal system
- LO2. Apply anatomical principles and knowledge to describe the anatomical basis for common activities including: Walking, Running, Standing, Sitting, Throwing, Reaching and Grasping
- LO3. Identify anatomical structures contributing to common activities including: Walking, Running, Standing, Sitting, Throwing, Reaching and Grasping
- LO4. Identify relevant anatomical structures on cadavers, in surface anatomy images and in images created by other modalities such as Xrays and MRIs.
- LO5. Explain the broad principles of neural control of musculoskeletal activity, including differentiating between central and peripheral nerve lesions
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Semester 2 2025
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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