Human Gross Anatomy of the Limbs module (CA52020)

Anatomy is the basis of biomedical science, medicine, and dentistry. It is the scientific study of the structures that form the human body.

Our gross anatomy modules involve full-body dissection of flexible Thiel-embalmed cadavers. This will give you a realistic view of the 3D anatomy of the human body. This module is based on practical dissection sessions that last up to 9 hours per week.

It is a companion module to CA51025 Human Gross Anatomy of the Trunk and CA51026 Gross Anatomy of the Head and Neck. You will also take these during your course.

What You Will Learn

In this module, you will:

• dissect and identify the structures found in the upper and lower limbs
• dissect and identify structures of the back
• work in a team to dissect a cadaver
• learn about the ethical use of human tissue

By the end of this module you will be able to:

• identify the bones, joints and muscles present in the upper and lower limbs
• identify the blood vessels and nerves found in the upper and lower limbs
• identify the bones, joints and muscles present in the back
• identify the blood vessels and nerves present in the back
• safely use all common dissection instruments
• use and develop learning strategies to begin to become an independent learner

Assignments / assessment

• online theory multiple choice exams (20%)
• in-person practical spot exam (60%)
• oral exam (viva voce) (20%)

Teaching methods / timetable

• online lecture material
  • The content of these will cover theory. They will be available before practical classes
• in-person dissection classes
  • These will consist of three sessions per week, every teaching week