The Department Of Archaeology. AAP685 AUTUMN SEMESTER 2014-15 HUMAN OSTEOLOGY MODULE CO-ORDINATOR: PIA NYSTROM OTHER TUTORS: DIANA MAHONEY SWALES MODULE OUTLINE In this module the students are introduced to the human skeleton, both adult and immature, and comparative primate skeletons. They are provided with in depth information on how to recognise individual bones, how to side elements by being familiar with all pertinent landmarks. They will be introduced to the size and shape variation present in the skeleton of Homo sapiens, including variations due to sex, ethnic affinity, and temporal changes. MODULE AIMS This unit aims to: • provide the opportunity for an in depth macroscopic examination of the human skeleton • provide proficiency in recognising landmarks, muscle attachments and pathological alterations • provide the opportunity to appreciate the range of variation in size and shape of human skeletons • provide proficiency in identifying fragments of skeletal elements. MODULE OBJECTIVES By the end of this module students should • be able to demonstrate a comprehensive foundation knowledge of human osteology • be able to identify individual osteological elements, both complete and fragmented elements • be able to have an understanding of the structure and function of the human skeleton, and how external factors, such as physical activity and general health may influence the appearance of individual bones • to be able to recognise the range of variation present in modern humans. Week no. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Staff Title Session type Duration Lecture Lab Lecture Lab Lecture Lab Quiz Lecture Lab Lecture Lab Room Requirement 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday PN PN PN PN PN PN PN PN PN PN PN PN PN PN Structure and function of hard tissues Introduction to the human skeleton Vertebral column & thorax Examine the vertebral column and thorax Upper limb Examine the bones of the upper limb Quiz 1 Axial skeleton Hand Examine the bones of the hand Cranium and mandible Examine the bones of cranium and mandible Quiz 2 Upper limb Teeth Examine deciduous & permanent teeth Quiz Lecture Lab 216/monday 216/monday 216/Monday 0.5 hour 1 hour 2 hours PN PN PN PN PN PN PN PN Quiz 3 Cranium and mandible Pelvic girdle Examine the bones of the pelvic girdle Lower limb Examine the bones of the lower limb Quiz 4 Teeth Foot Examine the bones of the foot Quiz Lecture Lab Lecture Lab Quiz Lecture Lab 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 0.5 hour 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour 2 hours 0.5 hour 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour 2 hours 0.5 hour 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour 2 hours 10 PN PN 11 12 PN PN PN The influence of physical activity on the skeleton Examine the evidence of musculo-skeletal markers and occupational stress Quiz 5 Lower limb Human skeletal variation Review human skeleton Lecture 216/monday 1 hour Lab 216/monday 2 hours Quiz Lab Lab 216/monday 216/monday 216/monday 0.5 hour 2 hours 2 hours TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS Hours 10 26.5 113.5 Lectures Laboratory Sessions &tests Independent Study (including preparation for assessments) ASSESSMENT METHODS / DEADLINES % of mark Essay(s)/Coursework Formal examination 60 40 2 Hours/ length 2000 words 5x 0.5 hours Deadline/s Monday week 14 (As above)