B9246 - Systematic and Comparative Veterinary Anatomy I

Learning outcomes

He/she knows the organization of the locomotor system in domestic mammals. Recognises the individual bones of the skeleton, the joints and the muscle groups of the main body regions.

Course contents

The SYSTEMATIC AND COMPARATIVE VETERINARY ANATOMY I module is part of the integrated course VETERINARY HISTOLOGY, ANATOMY OF SPECIES OF VETRINARY INTEREST - 1 (Integrated Course)".

Will be initially presented the course, syllabus, exam methods and recommended textbooks. We will move on anatomical terminology and subjects of veterinary anatomy.
Throughout the module we will always try to accompany the information on descriptive morphology with functional morphology, to find and justify the differences in an evolutionary history of that species.

We will address the general constitution of the skeleton and the conformation of bones. The skeleton of the whole head; the axial skeleton; the skeleton of the thoracic girdle and limb; the skeleton of the pelvic girdle and limb. We will then move on to the general characteristics of joints and their classification. Spine joints; thoracic and pelvic limb joints. Finally we will move on to the study of muscles, their general characteristics and muscle mechanics. The main muscle groups of the thoracic and pelvic limb, trunk, mm. masticators and the diaphragm.

Readings/Bibliography

König H.E., Liebich H.-G. Veterinary Anatomy of Domestic Mammals. Textbook and Colour Atlas. 7th ed. Thieme, Stuttgart.

Barone R: Anatomia Comparata dei Mammiferi Domestici (I, II: parte I e II), ed. italiana a cura di Bortolami R e Callegari E, Edagricole, Bologna, (ultime edizioni). 

Dyce KM, Sack WO, Wensing CJG: Anatomia Veterinaria, ed. italiana a cura di Ceccarelli P, Germanà G, Mascarello F, Peirone SM, Scapolo PA, Antonio Delfino Editore, (2006).

Teaching methods

The course includes both theoretical lectures and practical/laboratory sessions.

The lectures take place in the classroom with the aid of ppt presentations and 3D softwares to visualize all the anatomical structures discussed during the course.

The practical exercitations take place in the Anatomy Room using the skeleton and arthro-myological preparations available for the different species, with a particular focus on dogs, cats and horses. Each shift allow access to about 20 students, supervised by the teacher. During the exercitations both new topics and topics explained in class will be addressed. Will also be given the opportunity for individual or group study with the help of the reference texts: on these occasions the teacher formulates questions and discusses with the students in order to verify their language properties and their acquisition of knowledge, to guide and advise them in their study of the subject and on the preparation for the exam.

To facilitate the study, it is possible to attend the Anatomy Room outside official hours, according to the availability of the rooms communicated to students. An osteological material loan service is also active. For access to the Anatomical Room it is recommended to wear a lab-coat.

Students with disabilities are invited to contact the teacher to better organize teaching and exams.

Considering the types of activities and teaching methods adopted, attendance for this course requires the successful completion of Modules 1 and 2 via e-learning, and Module 3 on health and safety training in study environments. Information about the schedule and access to Module 3 is available in the dedicated section of the Degree Program website.

Participation in practical and laboratory sessions requires wearing a lab coat and appropriate footwear. Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE), such as disposable latex gloves, will be provided as needed.

Assessment methods

The module is part of the Integrated Course: Anatomy of Species of Veterinary Interest - 1. The final grade is the arithmetic mean of the two modules.

For this module, the verification consists of an oral test. The student will have to demonstrate that he has acquired the ability to describe a skeleton or arthro-myological preparation using the correct terminology and language properties. Each student is asked at least three questions which may concern:
general information on the locomotor system, description of the segments of the axial and appendicular skeleton and of the junctional systems attached to them, main muscle groups. for each topic the most important differences in species will be requested;

In evaluating the oral exam, the instructor will use the following grading scale:

- Basic understanding of only a few course topics; analysis skills emerge only with the instructor’s help; generally correct language → 18–22

- Limited knowledge of several topics; independent analysis only on procedural issues; correct language use → 23–26

- Broad knowledge of course topics; ability to make autonomous critical judgments; mastery of discipline-specific terminology → 27–29

- Comprehensive understanding of course content; fully independent critical analysis and connections; excellent command of terminology and argumentation skills → 30–30 with honors

The exam is passed with a vote of at least 18/30. Students have the right to refuse the vote proposed once (university teaching regulation ART.16, paragraph 5).

Negative results are not graded numerically but recorded as “withdrawn” or “failed” in the electronic transcript on AlmaEsami, and do not affect the student’s academic record.

The final grade for the Integrated Course is calculated as the weighted average of the grades obtained in the two modules, according to the number of credits (CFU) assigned to each module. The final grade will be published on the AlmaEsami platform (https://almaesami.unibo.it/?lang=en ) within 5 working days of the date of the exam.

Students may reject the final grade (NB: according to University Regulations, at least once), by informing the course examiner via email within 5 working days.

The designated course contact for this course is Luca Lorenzini

 

Students can register for exams through the AlmaEsami platform (http://almaesami.unibo.it/ ). Exams are scheduled during the designated periods in the academic calendar. Additional sessions are available for students beyond the standard program duration.

Students with learning disorders and/or temporary or permanent disabilities: please, contact the office responsible (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students ) as soon as possible so that they can propose acceptable adjustments. The request for adaptation must be submitted in advance (15 days before the exam date) to the lecturer, who will assess the appropriateness of the adjustments, taking into account the teaching objectives.

Teaching tools

Anatomical Room for practical exercises on dry specimens. Educational portal. Bone loan service.

The teaching material presented in class is made available to the student both directly in class and using the teacher's website

In case of difficulty understanding the course content, the instructor is available for clarification meetings, which must be scheduled via email.

Office hours

See the website of Luca Lorenzini