Applied Human Anatomy and Morphology

The course provides knowledge on the anatomy and morphology of the human body and its organization; anatomical and topographical nomenclature, body position and movements; spatial organization of deep organs and superficial anatomic markings and internal body structures as they relate to the skin covering them; macro- and microscopic features of body systems as they relate to organ structure and function.

Students will acquire: firm knowledge of the architecture and structure of the human body; anatomical and topographical nomenclature, body position and movements; anatomy and function of the locomotor system in relation to movement; an understanding of the relationship between organ structure and function.