Knowledge

The student...

can explain the general structure and function of the nervous system
can account for chemical communication between nerve cells
can describe the structure, division and function of the spinal cord
can describe the structure, division and function of the brain
can explain how the structure and function of the nervous system affects the musculoskeletal system
can describe the structure and function of the various sensory systems
can describe the division and characteristics of the three different types of muscle tissue
can explain the contraction mechanism in the different types of musculature
can account for the energy conversion in skeletal muscle fibers
can explain the different types of muscle work
can explain the functions of the circulatory system
can outline and describe the structure and function of the heart and blood vessels
can explain what blood pressure is and what factors affect blood pressure
can explain the mechanisms underlying a consistent body temperature

Skills

The student...

demonstrates practical skills in identifying important structures in anatomical preparations of cardiovascular and nervous system
master basic techniques in topographic surface anatomy
can name the bones of the upper extremities and important structures related to muscle insertion and attachment to human preparations
can name the origin, attachment, joint-movements,and blood and nerve supply for the main muscles of the upper extremity

General competence

The student...

can work knowledge-based and be able to reflect critically on their own professional practice
can identify own learning and competence needs to ensure lifelong learning
can communicate key subject matter both in writing and orally

Subject description 7091

Anatomy and physiology 2