Human Gross Anatomy of the Trunk module (CA51025)

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 3-D anatomy of the human body. This module is based on practical dissection sessions that last up to 9 hours per week.

This is a companion module to CA51026 Gross Anatomy of the Head and Neck and CA52020 Human Gross Anatomy of the Limbs. 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 trunk (thorax, abdomen and pelvis)
• 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 thorax, abdomen and pelvis
• identify the blood vessels and nerves found in the thorax, abdomen and pelvis
• identify the organs found in the thorax, abdomen and pelvis
• 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