ZOO 2140 Cadaver Anatomy
This course involves dissection of human anatomical donors for the purpose of studying human anatomy at the macroscopic level. The lecture portion of the course builds upon the principles of anatomy acquired in previous coursework. In the laboratory portion of the course, the student will learn basic dissection techniques and will apply them to the dissection of a human anatomical donor. The course is regionally organized so that the primary focus is on the thorax, abdominal and cranial regions. Extremity, back and pelvic prosections will be studied. Prerequisites: Successful completion of
ZOO 2015,
ZOO 2025 or instructor permission. This course may be repeated for up to four credits on different topics. (1 lect., 3 lab)
Major Topics
- Terminology and Organization
- Thoracic Wall and Pleural Cavities
- Mediastinum and Heart
- Abdominal Wall and Organization of the Abdomen
- Peritoneal Cavity and Contents
- Posterior Abdominal Wall
- Vertebral Column
- Back – Musculature
- Spinal Cord and Spinal Meninges
- Head: Cranium, Scalp and Cranial Meninges
- Brain
- Cranial Nerves
- Neck and Face
- Upper and Lower Extremities
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Identify major osseous structures of the human body
2. Name, describe and identify the primary muscle groups of the human body
3. Name, describe and identify the primary nerves and vessels of the human body
4. Name, describe and identify the pertinent lymphatic structures of the human body
5. Name, describe and identify the major organs of the trunk and cranial cavity
6. Relate clinical pathologies to anatomical structure
7. Apply basic dissection procedures as they relate to the human body
8. Apply the concept of teamwork as it applies to working with patients