HSPT503 – Applied Musculoskeletal Anatomy
Module code
HSPT503
Module title
Applied Musculoskeletal Anatomy
Prescription
To introduce functional anatomy of the human body with emphasis on the musculoskeletal system, and peripheral vasculature.
Programmes
- HS1901
- HS1902
NZQA Level
Level 5
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Content
- - Anatomical Terminology
- Musculoskeletal anatomy – origin, insertion, action
- Shoulder, Arm, Elbow, Forearm, Wrist, Hand
- Upper Limb – surface anatomy and vessels
- Hip, Thigh, Knee, Ankle and Foot
- Lower Limb - surface anatomy and vessels
- Thoracic, Abdominal and Pelvic Walls/Floor
- Vertebral Column, Spinal Muscles, surface anatomy of the back
- Neck, Skull and Face
- Functional musculoskeletal anatomy
- Surface palpation of the human body - Learning Outcomes
- 1. Apply correct anatomical terminology when describing the musculoskeletal elements of the human body.
2. Identify and describe the bone, musculature, and vasculature of the upper limb.
3. Identify and describe the bone, musculature, and vasculature of the lower limb.
4. Identify and describe the bone, musculature, and vasculature of the head and torso.
5. Apply anatomical knowledge to palpation and functional assessment of the human body. - Assessment Criteria
- Practice Based Assessment - this assessment must be passed to pass the module.
The portfolio is comprised of multiple components.
Students need to provide evidence against all learning outcomes, and gain an overall mark of 50% to pass this module. - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- May include: Project-based Learning; Flipped Classroom; Blended Learning; Work-integrated Learning; Inclusive Practices.
Methods may include workshops and practical classes, tutorials, case-based learning, inquiry-based learning, group activities & discussion, supported online learning, e-portfolio, practice simulation. - Learning and Teaching Resource
- An extended reading list will be supplied by the tutor at the commencement of the module. This will be updated annually.
