Curriculum Description
This course description provides a necessary summary of the most important characteristics of the course and the expected learning outcomes for the student to achieve evidence of whether they made the most of the available learning opportunities. It must be linked to a description of the program.
General Description
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Organization: | Baghdad College of Medicine |
| Department: | Anatomy Department |
| Module Name: | Human Structure and Function (HSF) |
| Course Pattern: | Large and small group lectures, laboratories, and self-learning |
| Semester and Year: | 1st Year / Semester 1 & 2 |
| Total Course Hours: | 60 practical hours + 34 hours Theoretical |
Goal of the Course
- Description of the anatomy of the upper and lower limbs in addition to the chest.
- Describing details of the musculoskeletal, nervous, vascular, and lymphatics related to these parts.
Outcome of this Module
A. Cognitive and Theoretical Goals:
- Describing details of the musculoskeletal, nervous, vascular, and lymphatics related to these parts.
- Correlating these to the clinical parts.
B. Skills:
- None
Methods of Learning
- Large and small group lectures, laboratories, and self-learning
Methods of Assessment
- Formative assessment (web-based not marked)
- First trimester exam: 10 marks
- Second trimester exam: 10 marks
- Midyear exam: 20 marks
- Final practical exam
- Summative Exam (written): 40 marks
C. Values and Sentimental Goals:
- Learning through scientific discussions
- Importance of respecting time and accomplishing tasks within time limits
- To work within a team
D. General and Qualifying Skills (Other Skills Related to Employability and Personal Development):
- Ability to do Microscopic examination
- Ability to work within a team
Infrastructure
- 12 weeks of studying upper limb, 14 theoretical hours, and 24 hours laboratory and small groups
- 12 weeks of studying lower limb and chest anatomy, 20 theoretical hours, and 33 hours laboratory and small groups
Course Books Required
- Cunningham Essentials of Practical Anatomy
- Gray's Atlas of Anatomy
Main References (Sources)
- Moore, K.: Essential Clinical Anatomy.
- Drake, R., Wayne, V. & Mitchel, A.: Gray's Anatomy for Students.
- Agur, A. & Dalley, A.: Grant's Atlas of Anatomy.
- McMinn’s Clinical Atlas of Human Anatomy.
- Gosling textbook & atlas
Recommended Resources
- Electronic references: INLE Iraqi Network Learning Environment