39479 - Human Anatomy 1

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, students will have acquired the basic knowledge of general human anatomy, with particular reference to the organization of the human body, the levels of structural organization (cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems), and the morphological and topographical characteristics of the main organs and systems, excluding the nervous system. Students will also be able to identify and describe the principal anatomical structures, understand their spatial relationships, and use anatomical terminology correctly, thereby acquiring the foundations necessary for the subsequent understanding of anatomical and functional aspects relevant to speech and language therapy practice.

Course contents

• Introduction to Human Anatomy

  • Levels of organization of the human body
  • Anatomical terminology
  • Anatomical planes, axes, and body regions

• General Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal System

  • Organization of the skeleton
  • Joints
  • Muscles

• General Anatomy of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

• General Anatomy of the Respiratory System

• General Anatomy of the Digestive System

  • Main accessory glands

• General Anatomy of the Urinary System

• General Anatomy of the Endocrine System

• General Anatomy of the Male and Female Reproductive Systems

Readings/Bibliography

Testi consigliati:

ANATOMIA UMANA. Martini, Tallitsch, Nath. Ed. Edises

Anatomia Umana - Elementi- Arcuri et al., Ed. Edi-ermes

Elementi di Anatomia, Istologia e Fisiologia dell'uomo. Martini, Bartholomew. EdiSES.

Anatomia Umana - Fondamenti- Barbatelli et al. Edi-ermes

ANATOMIA UMANA -principi- Artico et al., Ed. Edi-ermes

ANATOMIA DELL'UOMO Ambrosi et al., Ed. Edi-ermes

ANATOMIA FUNZIONALE E IMAGING - Manrico Morrone, Edi-ermes (specifico per il sistema locomotore)

Testi di sola consultazione

F.H. NETTER Atlante di Anatomia Umana, Ciba-Geigy Edizioni

Prometheus. Atlante di Anatomia Umana. EdiSES

J. SOBOTTA Atlante di Anatomia Descrittiva I, II, III S.E.S.

Teaching methods

Teaching is delivered through face-to-face lectures using multimedia presentations that include explanatory diagrams, anatomical images from atlases, and specific illustrative materials, designed to facilitate the understanding of anatomical relationships and the acquisition of anatomical terminology.

To promote three-dimensional visualization of anatomical structures and their spatial orientation, free digital 3D virtual anatomy applications may be used during the course.

Specific topics may also be explored in greater depth through the use of audiovisual resources and educational videos from the JoVE (Journal of Visualized Experiments) platform, with the aim of complementing traditional lectures and enhancing students’ understanding of the anatomical organization of the organs and systems studied.

Assessment methods

The examination consists of an oral interview based on two questions covering the topics addressed during the course.

The assessment is intended to evaluate:

• the ability to identify, describe, and locate the main anatomical structures;
• knowledge of the topographical relationships between organs and systems;
• the ability to correlate the morphological characteristics of organs with their principal functions;
• the appropriate use of anatomical terminology.

The Human Anatomy course is an integral part of the Integrated Course in Biomedical Sciences. The final grade for the integrated course is determined by the weighted average of the grades obtained in the three constituent courses.

Grading Criteria

18–21/30: Sufficient knowledge of the fundamental topics; ability to describe the main anatomical structures using basic but correct terminology.

22–25/30: Adequate knowledge of the course content; ability to describe and locate the main anatomical structures using appropriate terminology.

26–28/30: Good knowledge of the topics covered; ability to relate the anatomical structures studied to their functional organization and principal topographical relationships.

29–30/30: Comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of the course content; rigorous use of anatomical terminology; ability to integrate knowledge of different organs and systems and to highlight their morphological and functional relationships.

30 cum laude: In addition to fulfilling the requirements for a grade of 30/30, demonstration of outstanding mastery of the subject matter, terminological precision, strong integrative ability, and particularly effective communication skills.

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools during examinations is not permitted. Any unauthorized use constitutes a breach of academic integrity.

To take the examination, students must register through the electronic examination system (Alma Esami) within the prescribed deadlines. Students who are unable to register by the deadline must promptly notify the Academic Office (and, in any case, before the official closure of the registration lists). Admission to the examination will be at the discretion of the instructor. Grades are officially recorded on the date specified in AlmaEsami.

Grades may be officially recorded in the student's absence.

Students with learning disorders (SLD) or temporary or permanent disabilities are encouraged to contact the dedicated university service (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/it/per-studenti) as early as possible in order to arrange appropriate accommodations. Requests must be submitted to the instructor in advance (at least 15 days before the examination date). The instructor will assess the appropriateness of the requested accommodations in light of the course learning objectives.

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Teaching tools

During lectures, multimedia presentations supplemented with images from anatomical atlases and explanatory diagrams are used to facilitate learning of the course content.

To promote the spatial understanding of anatomical structures and the integration of gross anatomy with tissue organization, free virtual anatomy and microscopic anatomy platforms and applications are also employed, whenever available.

Office hours

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