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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Anatomy
Reference HS1139 Version 1
Created May 2021 SCQF Level SCQF 7
Approved June 2021 SCQF Points 15
Amended ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To provide students with the key anatomical knowledge of the musculoskeletal system necessary to conduct analysis of human movement

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Identify the surface markings of the human skeleton and relate to underlying anatomy.
2 Describe and classify the joints of the human body and relate structure to function.
3 Identify the location and describe the action of the major muscles of the human body.
4 Demonstrate the necessary professionalism through attendance at learning opportunities required for safe practice.

Indicative Module Content
Bones of the axial and appendicular skeleton; body planes; directional terms and movements; anatomical landmarks; categories and classifications of joints and the relationship between the structure and function of each; major muscles of the human body (e.g. names, locations, orientations, origins, insertions and actions); types of muscle contraction

Module Delivery
Blended delivery comprising on campus and online learning and engagement. This will include Digital Learning Resources, Tutorials and Practical sessions.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 32 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 118 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 150 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Practical Exam Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3
Description: Observed Structured Practical Exam
Component 2
Type: Coursework Weighting: 0% Outcomes Assessed: 4
Description: Minimal module attendance requirement of 80%

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
Component 1 grade based on grading proforma. Component 2 is a minimum modular attendance requirement of 80%
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A Component 1 A; Component 2 Pass
B Component 1 B; Component 2 Pass
C Component 1 C; Component 2 Pass
D Component 1 D; Component 2 Pass
E Component 1 E; Component 2 Pass
F Component 1 F and/or fails Component 2
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None, in addition to course entry requirements.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 MARIEB, E.N. & KELLER, S.M., 2017 Essentials of human anatomy and physiology. 12th ed. Harlow: Pearson Education.
2 MARTINI, J.L., NATH, J.L. & BARTHOLOMEW, E.F., 2018. Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology. 11th ed. Harlow: Pearson Education.
3 KAPIT, W. & ELSON, L.M. 2013. The Anatomy Colouring Book. 4th ed. London: Pearson.
4 DRAKE, R., VOGL, W. & MITCHELL, A. 2019. Gray's Anatomy for Students. 4th ed. Elsevier Health Sciences.


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