Module Details

Module Code: BIOE9002
Title: Principles of Human Anatomy
Long Title: Principles of Human Anatomy (UCC)
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2023/24 ( September 2023 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5212 - Biomedical Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: Full Title: Principles of Human Anatomy: Introduction to Human Anatomy and Imaging. AN6050. This module is owned and delivered by UCC.

This module introduces human anatomy from a clinical perspective. The learner will build an understanding of anatomical nomenclature, gain practical knowledge of radiological imaging techniques, and develop a functional understanding of the systems of the body, together with the structure and function of the tissues that comprise them. Using clinical scenarios, the students will apply this knowledge to analyze pathologies of the cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, nervous, endocrine, urogenital, immune and musculoskeletal systems. This course consists of lectures, reinforced with a practical component including discussion boards where the learner will develop their communication and teamwork skills.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Apply appropriate anatomical terminology
LO2 Differentiate between the different radiological images and techniques and develop practical skills in identifying anatomical structures on different radiological imaging modalities
LO3 Describe the composition of the body systems (cardiovascular, digestive, musculoskeletal, nervous, respiratory and urogenital systems)
LO4 Relate structural features of organs with their function
LO5 Identify how systems and organs change structurally and functionally throughout the human lifetime
LO6 Explain how disease processes effect the structure of organs and the function of body systems
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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Indicative Content
Anatomical nomenclature
Understand and implement anatomically accurate descriptions when discussing anatomy.
Radiological Imaging
Develop an understanding of the theory and practice of different radiological imaging techniques including Ultrasound; computed tomography; radiographs; magnetic resonance imaging; nuclear medicine scan, positron emission tomography; fluorescein angiography; mammography.
Structure and function of organ systems in health and disease
Describe the basic components of the cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, nervous, endocrine, urogenital, immune and musculoskeletal systems.
Clinical cases
Apply knowledge to analyze real-life clinical cases.
Teamwork and Communication Skills
Communicate diagnoses within the team and to the class. Presentation and oral communication skills.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Anatomical nomenclature, Radiology
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 11 Learning Outcomes 3,4,6
Assessment Description
Cells, tissues, and organs in health and disease
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Discussion boards in week 4 and week 8, with summary to be submitted in week 13
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lectures Once per semester 1.60 24
Total Hours 24.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 1.60
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.60
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Anne M. R. Agur, B.Sc. (OT) M.Sc PhD,Arthur F. Dalley,Arthur F. Dalley II, PhD FAAA. (2023), Moore's Essential Clinical Anatomy, [ISBN: 978-1975174309].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Fred A. Mettler (Jr.),Fred A. Mettler, Jr.. (2018), Essentials of Radiology, Saunders, p.0, [ISBN: 978-0323508872].
  • Peter H. Abrahams. Abrahams' and McMinn's Clinical Atlas of Human AnatomyMcMinn and Abraham's Clinical Atlas of Human Anatomy, [ISBN: 978-0702073328].
  • Richard Drake,A. Wayne Vogl,Adam W. M. Mitchell. (2023), Gray's Anatomy for Students, Gray's Anatomy, p.0, [ISBN: 978-0323934237].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EMEDD_9 Master of Science in Medical Device Development 1 Mandatory
CR_EMEDE_9 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Medical Device Development 1 Mandatory