Anatomical Assessment

Course Details

Course Number: 1983  Section Number: 01

Spring 2011

Location: D.L. Ligon Coliseum

Classroom Number: 223

Days & Times:

Lecture meets Mondays and Wednesdays at 9-9:50 am
Laboratories meet Thursdays from either 10:00-11:50, 12:00-1:50 or 2:00-3:50

 

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MSU Faculty Member
Lon Kilgore PhD   
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Course Objectives

The application of gross anatomy to the study of human movement relevant to physical educators, coaches, athletic trainers, and other allied health professionals.

ANATOMICAL KINESIOLOGY OBJECTIVES

1. Memorize and use proper anatomical terminology associated with body structures, directional location and movement.
2. Be able to identify skeletal and joint structures and demonstrate knowledge of their function in human movement.
3. Be able to identify and explain the movement function of muscles including their origin, insertion, and action.
4. In addition to the skeletal and muscular systems, demonstrate a basic knowledge of other structures that are vital to human movement such as the nervous system (including reflex pathways and proprioceptors).  
5. Identify joint movements and recognize which muscles are involved and what their specific roles are in complex human movements.
6. Demonstrate an elementary knowledge of basic biomechanical concepts to include anatomical lever systems, stability, and laws of motion.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of kinetics and kinematics and explain the ways in which they are related.
8. Be able to solve qualitative problems involving vector quantities.
9. Demonstrate knowledge of the biomechanics of the upper extremity, lower extremity, spine and pelvis as related to internal and external forces.
10. Recognize risks associated with biomechanical stress, extrinsic forces, and physical demands inherent in the performance of motor skills common to various sports.

NUANCES OF THE COURSE

1. Every Monday there will be a lecture in room 223 over the topic of current interest
2. Each laboratory section will be divided into learning groups of 3-4 students
3. Learning groups are responsible for completing the programmed anatomy exercises within the time allotted.
4. Shorts and t-shirts are frequently required in laboratories. Never come without them.
5. Lab exercise printouts and anatomical resources are required in laboratories. Never come without them.
6. Spelling counts! On any assignment or examination, if the spelling of an anatomical term is off by two (2) or more letters, it is wrong. This includes terms that are composed of more than one word. No exceptions. Examples of this might be:
        
        Flexor digitorum profundus – correct
        Flexor digitorim profundus – acceptable
        Flexer digitorim profundus – incorrect
        
        Calcaneous – correct
        Calcanious – acceptable
        Calcanoeus – incorrect (yes, all the right letters are here BUT two are in the wrong place)
        Calcanius – incorrect

7. Memorization is an important component of this course - spend time out of class on it.
8. Periodically the anatomical equipment used in laboratory will be made available for outside the class study.  Exercise the opportunities provided.
9. Laboratory instructors are guides to help YOU learn.  They will not give you answers rather they will help you answer your own questions.

When you ask “Hey! What is this thing here?” they will help you look in your laboratory manual and your anatomy text to locate the anatomical features name and description.  They, at the same time, will help you see or feel characteristics of the feature that will aid your independent identification of the feature later for an assignment, on an examination, or in your profession.  They will not say “That is the _______”.
 


Course Expectations

LECTURE PERIOD SCHEDULE

    MONDAY LECTURE TOPIC                                     WEDNESDAY QUIZ SCHEDULE
1    INTRODUCTION                                                     ANATOMY BASICS LECTURE
2    ANATOMY BASICS                                                  ANATOMY BASICS LECTURE
3    (Holiday Monday)                                                    QUIZ 1 - BASICS
4    FOOT AND ANKLE                                                 QUIZ 2 - FOOT AND ANKLE
5    KNEE                                                                        QUIZ 3 - KNEE
6    HIP                                                                             QUIZ 4 - HIP
7    AXIAL                                                                         QUIZ 5 - AXIAL
8    STUDY LAB OPEN                                                 STUDY LAB OPEN
9    STUDY LAB OPEN                                                 NO LECTURE OR QUIZ
10    SHOULDER                                                          QUIZ 6 - SHOULDER
11    ELBOW                                                                   QUIZ 7 - ELBOW    
12    WRIST AND HAND                                               QUIZ 8 - WRIST & HAND
13    HEART AND LUNGS                                            QUIZ 9 - HEART AND LUNGS
14    BALANCE AND COORDINATION                      (Holiday Wednesday)
15    STUDY LAB OPEN                                               QUIZ 10 - BALANCE AND COORDINATION
 

LABORATORY PERIOD SCHEDULE                       STUDENT EVALUATION

1    INTRODUCTION                                                    Wednesday Quizzes                   100
2    NO LABORATORY                                                 Practical Examinations               200
3    PALPATION                                                             Worksheets & Attendance         150
4    FOOT AND ANKLE                                                                                    Total            450
5    KNEE
6    HIP
7    AXIAL                                                                       GRADING SCALE
8    STUDY LAB OPEN                                               90%+      =  A
9    LAB MIDTERM                                                      80-89.9    =  B
10    SHOULDER                                                       70-79.9    =  C
11    ELBOW                                                                60-69.9    =  D
12    WRIST AND HAND                                             <60%      =  F
13    HEART AND LUNGS
14    HOLIDAY
15    BALANCE AND COORDINATION

 


Grading Standards

Final Exam12/6/2010  8-10am

Submission Format Policy


Note: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Late Paper Policy


 


Plagiarism Policy Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

Student Honor Creed

As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception. Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters. We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student. We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed. Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

Students with Disabilities The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Support Services in Room 168 of the Clark Student Center, 397-4140.

Safe Zones Statement The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

Contacting your Instructor All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MWSU e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.

Attendance Requirements

Documentation of the reason for the absence must be provided to the instructor.  In emergencies where advance notification is not possible, the student must contact the Dean of Students to initiate an official request for an excused absence (397-4291).

You agree to do the work outlined in the syllabus on time.

Make-up examinations and labs will not be given unless prior permission is granted.  See previous point (above)

 


Other Policies

STUDENTS CONDUCT IN THIS COURSE
You agree to treat everyone in the class, including the professor, with the respect due to all human beings.

You agree to attend every class, give your full attention to the material, and conduct yourself in an appropriate manner.

Documentation of the reason for the absence must be provided to the instructor.  In emergencies where advance notification is not possible, the student must contact the Dean of Students to initiate an official request for an excused absence (397-4291).

You agree to do the work outlined in the syllabus on time.

Make-up examinations and labs will not be given unless prior permission is granted.  See previous point (above)

You acknowledge that previous academic preparation (writing skills, science, math, etc.) will affect your performance in this course.

You acknowledge that your perception of effort, by itself, is not enough to justify a distinguished grade.

You agree not to plagiarize or otherwise steal the work of others.

Plagiarism and cheating are serious offenses and may be punished by failure on the exam, paper, or project; failure of the course; and/or expulsion from the university.  Plagiarism detection software may be used in this course and continued enrollment implies consent to have your work evaluated.

You agree to not make excuses for your failure to do what you ought.

Any student with a disability who requires an accommodation or other assistance in this course should make an appointment to speak with me at the earliest convenience

You agree to accept the consequences -- good and bad -- of your actions.

Adjustments to the course content and grading scale may be used to ensure that a fair system is provided for the student's evaluation.
 


Writing Proficiency Requirement All students seeking a Bachelor's degree from Midwestern State University must satisfy a writing proficiency requirement once they've 1) passed English 1113 and English 1123 and 2) earned 60 hours. You may meet this requirement by passing either the Writing Proficiency Exam or English 2113. Please keep in mind that, once you've earned over 90 hours, you lose the opportunity to take the $25 exam and have no option but to enroll in the three-credit hour course. If you have any questions about the exam, visit the Writing Proficiency Office website at http://academics.mwsu.edu/wpr, or call 397-4131.