UNIT 001: Human Anatomy II (Insert unit name)

Code: HAT 102

Hours: 60
Credit: 6
Pre-requisite: Human Anatomy I (Insert what is required/done prior this unit e.g Biology)
Unit Competence
The module is designed to enable the learner to demonstrate understanding of human anatomy in
medical practice.
Expected Outcomes
By the end of this module, the learner should
1. Describe embryology and use anatomical terms in outlining the arrangement of body
organs and systems in relation to each other.
2. Describe the structural organization of the respiratory system and its location in the
human body.
3. Describe the structural organization of the central and peripheral nervouss system and its
functions in the human body.
4. Describe the structural organization of the gastro-intestinal system its location and
function.
Unit Topics (Insert specific topics and hours)

Hours
Topic: Theory Practical
1. Introduction to systemic anatomy and embryology 10 00

2. Structural organization of the respiratory system 26 00

3. Central and peripheral nervous organization 18
4. The gastrointestinal system 10 00
7. The lymphatic system in the human body 06 04

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Contents;
Course Description (Insert the specific description)
Basic embryology; Definition of embryology and related terms; fertilization, implantation,
embryogenesis and organogenesis; Development of the organs and systems.
Gross anatomy of the respiratory system; Nose, nasal cavity, paranasal sinuses, the
pharynx, tonsils, larynx, bronchi, termination of the bronchial tree, bronchopulmonary
segments, pleura, lungs and Mediastinum; blood and nerve supply. Importance of human
anatomy in mortuary science.
Central and peripheral nervous system; Gross anatomy the brain and spinal cord, the
brain hemispheres, lobes of the brain and functions of each lobe. The meninges, layers of
the meninges and spaces – epidural, sub dural and sub arachnoid spaces and blood supply
of cerebrum, cerebellum, diencephalon brainstem and ventricular system. Cranial nerves
amd brain stem. Spinal cord with spinal nerves and blood supply.
Gastrointestinal system; Definition; gastro intestinal tract and general structure; Salivary
glands; Structures of the mouth, pharynx, oesophagus, the stomach, large and small
intestines, omentum, rectum and anus. Accessory structures- liver, pancreas, biliary tree
and the gall bladder.
Genito-urinary system;
Definitions; Reproductive system; urinary system.Structure and anatomical positions of: -
Reproductive system Female reproductive system: – the ovary, Fallopian tubes, uterus and
its supporting ligaments, vagina, external genitalia (vulva). Male reproductive system: The
scrotum, testis, vas deferens, spermatic vesicles, prostate and the external male genitalia
(penis).Structure and anatomical positions of: - Urinary system - kidneys, ureters, bladder
and urethra.
Cardiovascular system;
Anatomical position and relations; Heart, blood and lymphatic vessels. Structure, surface
markings; blood and nerve supply; Arteries: – structure and description of individual
arteries that form the circulatory system. Veins: Structure and description of individual
veins.
Lymphatic;

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 Composition and structure of lymphatic vessels. Description of individual lymphatic
vessels;
Endocrine system; Definition: - endocrine system. Structure of the endocrine organs
Thyroid gland; pituitary gland; thymus gland; hypothalamus; Islets of s
Langerhans/endocrine pancreas; Adrenal glands.
Teaching Strategies (Will remain as it is)
Modified lectures, demonstration, group discussions, clinical teaching, student centered learning
and tutorials.
Teaching/Learning Resources (Will remain as it is)
White board, LCD, Computer, Laptop, flip charts, marker pens, Computer dissection, Skills lab,
Gross anatomy laboratory, anatomy charts, computer demonstrations
Assessment Strategies (Will remain as it is)
Formative: Continuous Assessment tests, individual assignments and group assignments
Summative: End of Semester Examination.
References/Further Readings (Will remain as it is)
1. Gerard, ,J.T and Bryan ,D. (2010). Principles of Anatomy and Physiology International
(16th Edition). Amazon Publishers Ltd., New jersey, USA.
2. Drake, R. L. Vogl, W. A. and Mitchell, A.W.M. (2005) Grays’ Anatomy for Student’s.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone.
3. Netter, F.H. (2010). Atlas of human Anatomy. (5th Edition). Saunders Elsever Publishers
Ltd. Philadelphia: USA.
4. Torslem,B.M. (2000). Pocket Atlas of Radiographic Anatomy. (2nd Education). Amazon
Publishers Thieme Stuttgart. Germany.
5. Keith L.M and Anne, M.R.A (2007).Clinically Oriented Anatomy. (2nd Edition). Elsevier
Publishers Ltd 530Walnut S,treet, Philadelphia PA 191O6, USA.