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BIOS1169: Advanced Musculoskeletal Human Anatomy

Semester 2, 2023 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

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

Academic unit Department of Medical Sciences
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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BIOS1168 or equivalent unit of study
Corequisites
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None
Prohibitions
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator Elizabeth Clarke, elizabeth.clarke@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s) Bronwen Ackermann, bronwen.ackermann@sydney.edu.au
Jan Douglas-Morris, jan.douglas-morris@sydney.edu.au
Joanna Diong, joanna.diong@sydney.edu.au
Elizabeth Clarke, elizabeth.clarke@sydney.edu.au
Erik Wibowo, erik.wibowo@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s) Helen Ritchie, helen.ritchie@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Small continuous assessment Tutorial worksheet - week 1
Tutorial worksheet. Open book, individual submission of group work
2.5% Week 01
Due date: 04 Aug 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Online task Post-lecture quiz - week 2
Online open book MCQs without invigilation
2.5% Week 02
Due date: 09 Aug 2023 at 23:59
10 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO3 LO4
Small continuous assessment Practical worksheet - week 2
Practical worksheet. Open book, individual submission of group work
2.5% Week 02
Due date: 11 Aug 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Online task Post-lecture quiz - week 3
Online open book MCQs without invigilation
2.5% Week 03
Due date: 16 Aug 2023 at 23:59
10 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO4 LO1 LO3
Small continuous assessment Tutorial worksheet - week 3
Tutorial worksheet. Open book, individual submission of group work
2.5% Week 03
Due date: 18 Aug 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Online task Post-lecture quiz - week 4
Online open book MCQs without invigilation
2.5% Week 04
Due date: 23 Aug 2023 at 23:59
10 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Small continuous assessment Practical worksheet - week 4
Practical worksheet. Open book, individual submission of group work
2.5% Week 04
Due date: 25 Aug 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Online task Post-lecture quiz - week 5
Online open book MCQs without invigilation
2.5% Week 05
Due date: 30 Aug 2023 at 23:59
10 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO5
Small test Spot test - week 5
Spot test
15% Week 05
Due date: 01 Sep 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
Online task Post-lecture quiz - week 6
Online open book MCQs without invigilation
2.5% Week 06
Due date: 06 Sep 2023 at 23:59
10 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Small continuous assessment Practical worksheet - week 6
Practical worksheet. Open book, individual submission of group work
2.5% Week 06
Due date: 08 Sep 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Online task Post-lecture quiz - week 7
Online open book MCQs without invigilation
2.5% Week 07
Due date: 13 Sep 2023 at 23:59
10 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Small continuous assessment Tutorial worksheet - week 7
Tutorial worksheet. Open book, individual submission of group work
2.5% Week 07
Due date: 15 Sep 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Online task Post-lecture quiz - week 8
Online open book MCQs without invigilation
2.5% Week 08
Due date: 20 Sep 2023 at 23:59
10 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Small continuous assessment Practical worksheet - week 8
Practical worksheet. Open book, individual submission of group work
2.5% Week 08
Due date: 22 Sep 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Online task Post-lecture quiz - week 9
Online open book MCQs without invigilation
2.5% Week 09
Due date: 04 Oct 2023 at 23:59
10 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Small test Spot test - week 9
Spot test
15% Week 09
Due date: 06 Oct 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
Online task Post-lecture quiz - week 10
Online open book MCQs without invigilation
2.5% Week 10
Due date: 11 Oct 2023 at 23:59
10 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Small continuous assessment Practical worksheet - week 10
Practical worksheet. Open book, individual submission of group work
2.5% Week 10
Due date: 13 Oct 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Online task Post-lecture quiz - week 11
Online open book MCQs without invigilation
2.5% Week 11
Due date: 18 Oct 2023 at 23:59
10 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Small continuous assessment Tutorial worksheet - week 11
Tutorial worksheet. Open book, individual submission of group work
2.5% Week 11
Due date: 20 Oct 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Online task Post-lecture quiz - week 12
Online open book MCQs without invigilation
2.5% Week 12
Due date: 25 Oct 2023 at 23:59
10 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Small continuous assessment Practical worksheet - week 12
Practical worksheet. Open book, individual submission of group work
2.5% Week 12
Due date: 27 Oct 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO4
Online task Post-lecture quiz - week 13
Online open book MCQs without invigilation
2.5% Week 13
Due date: 01 Nov 2023 at 23:59
10 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO4 LO5
Small test Spot test - week 13
Spot test
15% Week 13
Due date: 03 Nov 2023 at 14:00
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5

Assessment summary

Detailed information about each assessment will be available on BIOS1169’s Canvas website. Specific announcements regarding each assessment will be sent to students.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

Work of exceptional standard: Mastery of topics showing extensive integration and ability to transfer knowledge to novel contexts; treatment of tasks shows an advanced synthesis of ideas; demonstration of initiative, complex understanding and analysis; work is very well presented; all criteria addressed and learning outcomes achieved to an outstanding level.

Distinction

75 - 84

Work of superior standard: Excellent achievement, consistent evidence of deep understanding and application of knowledge in medical science; treatment of tasks shows advanced understanding of topics; demonstration of initiative, complex understanding and analysis; work is well-presented; all criteria addressed and learning outcomes achieved to a superior level.

Credit

65 - 74

Competent work demonstrating potential for higher study: Confident in explaining medical science processes, with evidence of solid understanding and achievement; occasional lapses indicative of unresolved issues; treatment of tasks shows a good understanding of topic; work is well-presented with a minimum of errors; all criteria addressed and learning outcomes achieved to a high level.

Pass

50 - 64

Work of acceptable standard: Satisfactory level of engagement with and understanding of topic; some inconsistencies in understanding and knowledge of medical science; work is adequately presented, with some errors or omissions, most criteria addressed and learning outcomes achieved to an adequate level.

Fail

0 - 49

Work not of acceptable standard: Unsatisfactory achievement and engagement with the medical science discipline; inadequate understanding or fundamental misunderstanding of topics; most criteria and learning outcomes not clearly or adequately addressed or achieved; lack of effort/involvement in the unit.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

If a student cannot complete any of the online assessments or attend practicals / tutorials on their due date, they should contact the BIOS1169's Co-ordinator at the earliest opportunity. Also submit a Special Consideration if a Spot test (Week 5, 9, and 13) is missed due to illness or misadventure. Do not submit a Special Consideration application for the online quizzes, or practical / tutorial worksheets. Email the UOS Coordinator explaining the reason for missing a quiz or practical / tutorial.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 1. Intro to BIOS1169 (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2
2. Core principles of applied musculoskeletal human anatomy Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2
Applying advanced principles of applied musculoskeletal human anatomy to a range of common simple tasks Tutorial (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 02 1. Advanced principles of anatomical analysis applied to movements of the lower limb (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4
2. Functional anatomy of gait Lecture (1 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4
Advanced application of musculoskeletal anatomy principles to the lower limb. Identifying functional muscle groups in the lower limb Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 03 1. Distal lower limb advanced functional anatomy (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
2. Anatomy of walking and running Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Application of advanced anatomical principles to the musculoskeletal structures of the distal lower limb including the analysis of gait during applied examples Tutorial (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 04 1.Proximal lower limb advanced functional anatomy (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
2. Anatomy of walking and running Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Application of advanced anatomical principles to the musculoskeletal structures of the proximal lower limb including the analysis of gait during applied examples Identifying muscle groups and actions during the 3 different planes of motion in activities including walking and running Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 05 1. Central and peripheral nerve supply of the lower limb (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO2 LO5
2. Consequence of altered neural control on muscle function during gait Lecture (1 hr) LO2 LO5
Differentiating between central and peripheral nerve control and lesions affecting the lower limb Identifying and describing the effect of these lesions on gait Tutorial (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO5
Week 06 1. Advanced principles of anatomical analysis applied to posture (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
2. Anatomy of spinal development over the life span Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Advanced application of musculoskeletal anatomy principles to the axial skeleton. Identifying functional muscle groups in the axial skeleton and analysing multidirectional muscular forces and the line of gravity at joints in standing and sitting postures Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 07 1. Anatomy of standing (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
2. Core stability and posture Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Application of advanced anatomical principles to the musculoskeletal structures of the spine and trunk including core and segmental stability including analysis of standing Tutorial (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 08 1. Anatomy of sitting (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
2. Anatomy of posture and respiration Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Application of advanced anatomical principles to the musculoskeletal structures of the head and neck and relating to trunk posture Identifying functional muscle groups in the head and neck analysing the impact of posture on respiration Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 09 1. Nerve supply of the trunk, spinal and respiratory muscles (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
2. Consequence of altered neural control on posture and respiration Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Differentiating between levels of nerve control and lesions affecting the trunk Identifying the effect of these lesions on posture and respiration Tutorial (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 10 1. Advanced principles of anatomical analysis applied to the upper limb (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
2. Anatomy of the kinetic chain Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Applying advanced anatomical principles to understand the anatomy of the upper limb. Identifying functional muscle groups in the upper limb including acting as part of the kinetic chain for upper limb tasks Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 11 1. Anatomy of throwing (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
2. Anatomy of reaching Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Application of advanced anatomical principles to the musculoskeletal structures of the proximal upper limb including the analysis of throwing and reaching Tutorial (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 12 1. Anatomy of grasping (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
2. Anatomy of manipulation Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Axial muscles & fasciae WET LAB, review dermatomes, myotomes, functional anatomy Practical (2 hr) LO2 LO4
Week 13 1. Central and peripheral nerve supply of the upper limb (online) Lecture (1 hr) LO2 LO4 LO5
2. Consequence of altered neural control on muscle function during upper limb tasks Lecture (1 hr) LO2 LO4 LO5
Differentiating between central and peripheral nerve control and lesions affecting the upper limb Identifying the effect of these lesions on upper limb functional tasks Tutorial (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance at on-campus practicals and tutorials is mandatory. Attendance at scheduled online and face-to-face lectures is highly recommended as attendance correlates very strongly with performance i.e. low attendance is linked to low performance including failure.

Lectures will be recorded and available online. Please use the discussion site on canvas to ask the lecturers any questions relating to lecture content.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Recommended textbooks:

Anatomy and Human Movement. Structure and Function. N. Palastanga and R. Soames. Churchill Livingstone Elsevier. 7th edition 2019.

Anatomy. A Photographic Atlas. J.W. Rohen, C. Yokochi and E. LĂ¼tjen-Drecoll. Wolters Kluwer. 9th Edition/2021 OR Atlas of Anatomy. Gilmore, A.M., MacPherson, B.R. et. al. Thieme. 4th Edition 2020.

Additonal prescribed readings for specific sub-topics will be available on the unit’s Canvas website.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

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. Understand the broad principles of neural control of musculoskeletal activity, including differentiating between central and peripheral nerve lesions

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes Competency standards
LO1
Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - ESSA
5.2.1. Explain individual joint complexes and their independent and composite functions in posture and movement analysis in exercise.
5.2.2. Explain the relationship of structure (including micro and macro) with function, force and movement.
5.2.3. Identify the components of the neuro-musculoskeletal system of the body, and describe the role of the bony segments, joint-related connective tissue structures, muscles and forces applied to these structures.
8.2.1. Identify anatomical structures as they relate to all body systems.
8.2.2. Describe the structural and operational processes of anatomical structures and their interrelationships.
8.2.3. Apply anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, body planes or sections.
LO2
Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - ESSA
5.2.1. Explain individual joint complexes and their independent and composite functions in posture and movement analysis in exercise.
5.2.2. Explain the relationship of structure (including micro and macro) with function, force and movement.
5.2.3. Identify the components of the neuro-musculoskeletal system of the body, and describe the role of the bony segments, joint-related connective tissue structures, muscles and forces applied to these structures.
5.2.5. Describe the adaptations that can occur within the neuro-musculoskeletal system as a result of deconditioning, ageing and injury, and the role of physical activity and exercise for preventing functional decline.
5.2.7. Analyse movement identifying which muscles are active in producing and controlling a movement of a joint.
8.2.1. Identify anatomical structures as they relate to all body systems.
8.2.2. Describe the structural and operational processes of anatomical structures and their interrelationships.
8.2.3. Apply anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, body planes or sections.
LO3
Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - ESSA
5.2.1. Explain individual joint complexes and their independent and composite functions in posture and movement analysis in exercise.
5.2.2. Explain the relationship of structure (including micro and macro) with function, force and movement.
5.2.3. Identify the components of the neuro-musculoskeletal system of the body, and describe the role of the bony segments, joint-related connective tissue structures, muscles and forces applied to these structures.
8.2.1. Identify anatomical structures as they relate to all body systems.
8.2.2. Describe the structural and operational processes of anatomical structures and their interrelationships.
8.2.3. Apply anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, body planes or sections.
LO4
Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - ESSA
5.2.2. Explain the relationship of structure (including micro and macro) with function, force and movement.
5.2.3. Identify the components of the neuro-musculoskeletal system of the body, and describe the role of the bony segments, joint-related connective tissue structures, muscles and forces applied to these structures.
5.2.5. Describe the adaptations that can occur within the neuro-musculoskeletal system as a result of deconditioning, ageing and injury, and the role of physical activity and exercise for preventing functional decline.
5.2.7. Analyse movement identifying which muscles are active in producing and controlling a movement of a joint.
8.2.1. Identify anatomical structures as they relate to all body systems.
8.2.2. Describe the structural and operational processes of anatomical structures and their interrelationships.
8.2.3. Apply anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, body planes or sections.
LO5
Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - ESSA
5.2.2. Explain the relationship of structure (including micro and macro) with function, force and movement.
5.2.3. Identify the components of the neuro-musculoskeletal system of the body, and describe the role of the bony segments, joint-related connective tissue structures, muscles and forces applied to these structures.
8.2.1. Identify anatomical structures as they relate to all body systems.
8.2.3. Apply anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, body planes or sections.
Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards (2023) -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
2.2.1 T P A Integrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and other determinants of health and function and apply these to inform safe and effective movement, physical activity, and exercise-based interventions for individuals and population groups throughout all stages of their life.
Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
4.2.4 T P A Apply the principles of motor control and learning, functional anatomy and biomechanics to assess movement and to recognise dysfunctional movement patterns and unsafe exercise technique.
8.2.4 T P A Identify musculoskeletal structures from surface anatomy.
Physiotherapy Practice Threshold Statements -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
8.A T P A knowledge of relevant anatomy, physiology, pathology, other biomedical sciences relevant to human health and function, and psychosocial and other determinants of health encompassing cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, neurological and other body systems within the context of physiotherapy and best available research evidence

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Changes to the unit in 2023 include: 1) restructure into 3 modules with spot test at the end of each module (15%, weeks 5, 9, and13); and 2) introduction of weekly post-lecture quiz (2.5%, weeks 2-13), and weekly practical or tutorial worksheets (2.5%, weeks 1-13)

More information relating to this unit will be communicated via the unit’s Canvas website.

Additional costs

PPE (as required by the Anatomy Laboratories Manager) for the Wet and Dry Anatomy laboratory practical classes

Site visit guidelines

Up-to-date site visit guidelines will be distributed via BIOS1169's Canvas website whenever COVID-19 restrictions change.

Work, health and safety

There may be COVID-19 pandemic-related restrictions additional to the usual specific WHS requirements for this unit in relation to the on-campus practical classes in the Wet and Dry Anatomy Laboratory spaces on the Camperdown campus of The University of Sydney. If such measures become necessary again, an announcement will be posted on Canvas.

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