HND Applied Animal Science Canterbury College

MODULE SPECIFICATIONS

Title of the module: Anatomy & Histology BI 312
Department responsible for management of the module: STMS
Start date of the module: September 2005
The number of students expected to take the module: 15
Modules to be withdrawn on the introduction of this proposed module? none
The level of the module C
Number of credits which the module represents: 15
Which term(s) the module is to be taught in (or other teaching pattern) Year 1
Prerequisite/co-requisite modules: none
Programme of study to which the module contributes: HND/C Applied Animal Science

The intended subject specific learning outcomes

At the end of the module the student will be able to

a)Describe the structure of the locomotor system and the means by which movement is achieved in animals

b)Explain the components and structure of the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems

c)Describe and compare the anatomy and histology of the respiratory, digestive and urinary systems in a range of animal species

d)Discuss neuroanatomy and aesthesiology in a range of animal species

e)Describe the anatomy of the male and female reproductive systems

These will contribute to the following programme learning outcomes:

A / 1, 3
B / 1, 7
C / 1, 4
D / 4

The intended generic learning outcomes

At the end of the module the learner will be able to demonstrate:

a)Critical thinking skills

b)Ability to work with complex material

c)Ability to analyse problems and identify appropriate solutions

d)Communication and report writing skills

e)Ability to scan and organise data, abstract meaning from information and share knowledge with others

f)Effective self-management skills

These will contribute to the following programme learning outcomes:

A / 4
B / 1, 2
C / 1, 4
D / 1, 3, 4

A synopsis of the curriculum

Anatomy is the study of the structure of the body. An understanding of anatomy is important in the study of other closely related scientific disciplines, especially physiology and nutrition. It is also the foundation for further studies in animal health and medicine (surgery, clinical pathology). This module introduces the anatomy of various animal species at the gross and microscopic (histological) level. The student will investigate the general arrangement of the body's organ systems, in particular the locomotor, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, nervous, sensory and reproductive.

14.Indicative Reading List:

Budvas K-D, Anatomy of the Dog: an illustrated text, Maron Publishing (2003)

DeLaHunta A., Guide to the Dissection of the Dog, USA: W B Saunders Co (2004)

Goody P, (2000) Horse Anatomy: A Pictorial Approach to Equine Structure, J.A. Allen & Co Ltd

Kent G, Comparative Anatomy of Vertebrates, McGraw Hill Education (2000)

Loving NS, Wagoner DM (eds), (1993) Veterinary Manual for the Performance Horse, Equine Research Publications

McCracken T O (ed.), Spurgeon's Color Atlas of Large Animal Anatomy: The Essentials, Lipponcott Williams and Wilkins (1999)

Sack W, Wensing CJG, Dyce K M, Textbook of Veterinary Anatomy (2nd edition preferred), USA: W B Saunders Co

Sack W., Textbook of Vet Anatomy, USA: W B Saunders Co (2002)

15.Learning and Teaching Methods, including nature and number of contact hours and total study hours which will be expected of students, and how these relate to achievement of the intended learning outcomes

The total learning time for the module will be 150 hours. Learners will be expected to undertake approximately 90 hours of independent study, including required reading, research and assignment work.

There will be two hours of class contact time per week: two hours lecture and/or practical work as appropriate (total 60 hours). This will include a variety of tasks, discussions, study materials and case studies, as appropriate to the topics being covered, with the focus being on the learning outcomes.

16.Assessment methods and how these relate to testing achievement of the intended learning outcomes

There will be three practical TCAs (Time constrained assessments) covering the learning outcomes (weighting 33%, 33% and 34%).

Learning outcome / To achieve this outcome a student must demonstrate the ability to:
Describe the structure of the locomotor system and the means by which movement is achieved in animals / Osteology and Syndesmology:

Describe the structure of the skeleton and its main divisions and identify all bones forming the hard framework
Define, classify and recognise all the joints in the body
Identify bone and cartilage microscopically

Myology:

Define various terms used to study the description of muscle
Describe the theory of muscle contraction and recognise the components involved (sarcomere, actin and myosin filaments etc.)
Identify microscopically or on electron micrograph the various types of muscle tissue

Explain the components and structure of the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems /

Describe the structure of the cardiovascular system
Recognise the cellular components of blood
Describe the structure of the lymphatic system and associated organs

Describe and compare the anatomy and histology of the respiratory, digestive and urinary systems in a range of animal species / For a range of animal species:

Describe and recognise the anatomy and histology of the major structures of the respiratory system
Describe and recognise the anatomy and histology of the major structures of the digestive system
Describe and recognise the anatomy and histology of the urinary system

Discuss neuroanatomy and aesthesiology in a range of animal species /

Describe the structure of the nervous system and its main components in a range of animal species
Describe the anatomy of the eye, ear and skin in a range of animal species

Describe the anatomy of the male and female reproductive systems /

Describe the structure of the male reproductive system in different types of animals
Describe the structure of the female reproductive system in different types of animals

17. Implications for learning resources, including staff, library, IT and space

There are adequate classrooms and resources. There is a dedicated HE, IT room in LRC in the College main building where texts will be available.

18.As far as can be reasonably anticipated, the curriculum, learning and teaching methods and forms of assessment do not present any non-justifiable disadvantage to students with disabilities

Statement by the Director of Learning and Teaching: "I confirm I have been consulted

on the above module proposal and have given advice on the correct procedures and

required content of module proposals"

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Director of Learning and Teaching Date

Statement by the Head of Department: "I confirm that the Department has approved the

introduction of the module and will be responsible for its resourcing"

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Head of Department Date

Mar2011