Students
MEDI2100 – Musculoskeletal System
2020 – Session 2, Special circumstance, North Ryde
Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group learning activities on campus for the second half-year, while keeping an online version available for those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
To check the availability of face to face activities for your unit, please go to timetable viewer. To check detailed information on unit assessments visit your unit's iLearn space or consult your unit convenor.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Mirjana Strkalj
Cara Hildreth
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
30cp at 1000 level or above including ANAT1001 or HLTH108
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit focuses on the musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology of the upper and lower limbs and back, building upon your basic knowledge of anatomy acquired in ANAT1001 (Introduction to Anatomy). You will apply your knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology through practical classes involving prosected cadavers, models, medical images, surface anatomy and clinical cases which collectively allow students to demonstrate ethical and professional behaviour, including an appreciation and respect for those who have bequeathed their bodies to medicine. Utilising an integrated, clinically-based approach to teaching that encompasses relevant gross and radiological anatomy as well as histology and embryology, you will develop an in-depth understanding of human musculoskeletal system. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Describe the structural and functional features of the musculoskeletal components of the limbs and back and their anatomical relationships.
- ULO2: Outline the role of the endocrine system in the regulation of muscle and bone homeostasis.
- ULO3: Articulate the physiological basis of bone and muscle function, and mechanisms of tissue repair after injury.
- ULO4: Identify, on living subjects, surface anatomy landmarks of the limbs and back, the route of nerves and blood vessels, movements of joints, and muscle action.
- ULO5: Apply knowledge of the anatomy of the limbs and back to interpret basic medical images.
- ULO6: Apply knowledge of the anatomy of the limbs and back to the analysis of movement through the study of clinical cases.
- ULO7: Show an appreciation and respect for those who have bequeathed their bodies to research.
General Assessment Information
Grade descriptors and other information concerning grading are contained in Schedule 1 of the Macquarie University Assessment Policy, which is available at: https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/assessment.
Further details for each assessment task will be available on iLearn.
All final grades in the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences are determined by a grading committee and are not the sole responsibility of the Unit Convenor.
Students will be awarded a final grade plus a Standardised Numerical Grade (SNG). The SNG is not necessarily a summation of the individual assessment components. The final grade and SNG that are awarded reflect the corresponding grade descriptor in the Grading Policy.
To pass this unit, students must demonstrate sufficient evidence of achievement of the learning outcomes, attempt all assessment tasks, meet any ungraded requirements including professionalism and achieve an SNG of 50 or better.
Student Professionalism
In the Faculty of Medicine Health and Human Sciences, professionalism is a key capability embedded in all our courses. As part of developing professionalism, students are expected to attend all small group interactive sessions including tutorials, as well as clinical- and laboratory-based practical sessions.
Students are required to attend a minimum of 80% of all small group interactive sessions. Students that do not meet this requirement may be deemed unable to meet expectations regarding professionalism and may be referred for disciplinary action (which may include exclusion from assessments and unit failure).
Similarly, as part of developing professionalism, students are expected to submit all work by the due date. Applications for assessment task extensions must be supported by appropriate evidence and submitted via www.ask.mq.edu.au. For further details please refer to the Special Consideration Policy available at https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration.
Late Submission
All assignments which are officially received after the due date, and where no extension has been granted, will incur a deduction of 5% for the first day, and 5% for each subsequent day including the actual day on which the work is received up until 10 days after the due date, after which the assignment will not be accepted.. Weekends and public holidays are included. For example:
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Due date |
Received |
Days late |
Deduction |
Raw mark |
Final mark |
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Friday 14th |
Monday 17th |
3 |
15% |
75% |
60% |
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final Exam | 50% | No | University exam timetable |
| Online Quiz | 10% | No | Weeks 5 & 11 |
| Anatomy Test | 40% | No | Weeks 6 & 13 |
Final Exam
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: University exam timetable
Weighting: 50%
Formal written exam using a combination of question types assessing content delivered across the session. This task is completed under examination conditions during the University examination period.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Describe the structural and functional features of the musculoskeletal components of the limbs and back and their anatomical relationships.
- Outline the role of the endocrine system in the regulation of muscle and bone homeostasis.
- Articulate the physiological basis of bone and muscle function, and mechanisms of tissue repair after injury.
- Identify, on living subjects, surface anatomy landmarks of the limbs and back, the route of nerves and blood vessels, movements of joints, and muscle action.
- Apply knowledge of the anatomy of the limbs and back to interpret basic medical images.
- Apply knowledge of the anatomy of the limbs and back to the analysis of movement through the study of clinical cases.
- Show an appreciation and respect for those who have bequeathed their bodies to research.
Online Quiz
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 4 hours
Due: Weeks 5 & 11
Weighting: 10%
Online quiz assessing physiology component of the bone and muscle
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Outline the role of the endocrine system in the regulation of muscle and bone homeostasis.
- Articulate the physiological basis of bone and muscle function, and mechanisms of tissue repair after injury.
- Show an appreciation and respect for those who have bequeathed their bodies to research.
Anatomy Test
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 16 hours
Due: Weeks 6 & 13
Weighting: 40%
Test assessing knowledge in gross anatomy of the musculoskeletal system.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Describe the structural and functional features of the musculoskeletal components of the limbs and back and their anatomical relationships.
- Outline the role of the endocrine system in the regulation of muscle and bone homeostasis.
- Identify, on living subjects, surface anatomy landmarks of the limbs and back, the route of nerves and blood vessels, movements of joints, and muscle action.
- Apply knowledge of the anatomy of the limbs and back to interpret basic medical images.
- Apply knowledge of the anatomy of the limbs and back to the analysis of movement through the study of clinical cases.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
This unit incorporates a variety of learning tools and media. It comprises:
3 x 1 hour lectures per week, weeks 1-13
1 x 1.5 hours wet laboratory practical session, weeks 2-13
1 x 1.5 h tutorial session per week, weeks 2-13
Prescribed text books and learning materials:
- Moore KL, Agur AMR, & Dalley AF. (2013) Clinically Oriented Anatomy 7th ed. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. Baltimore.
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- Drake RL & Lowrie (2014) Gray’s Anatomy for Students. 3rd ed. Elsevier.
- MEDI2100 Anatomy Practical Woorkbook – available in iLearn
- Abrahams PH, Boon J & Spratt JD (2009) McMinn’s Clinical Atlas of Human Anatomy. 6th ed. Mosby/Saunder Elsevier.
- Anatomy.TV – available through Macquarie University Library
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
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Learning Skills
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
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IT Help
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When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Changes from Previous Offering
Due to COVID-19 pandemic, all lectures are delivered online.
Practical classes are of 1.5 h duration instead of 2h.