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College of Health Sciences
Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program
Course Number
Course Title
Course Wiki
Credits
Semester/Time
Faculty
Office Hours
Office
Phone/Email
34.601
Clinical Anatomy Lecture
http://34-601clinicalanatomy-fa14.wiki.uml.edu/
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Summer / MW 12:30-1:45
Professor Amy Burnell, M.S., M.Ed.
TBD
Weed 210A
978-934-4413 / Amy_Burnell@uml.edu
Course Description
Clinical Anatomy is a study of the structures of the human body, utilizing lectures,
demonstrations, and AV materials. It is a foundation course for physical therapy
procedure courses.
Course Objectives
Primary Content
Four tissue types: epithelial, nervous,
connective, muscle
Circulatory System (cardiovascular,
lymphatic, and immune)
Gross Anatomy
Surface Anatomy
Histology
Embryology
Physiology
Endocrine System
Gross Anatomy
Physiology
Course Objectives
 Describe the composition of organs directly affected by
physical therapy interventions.
 Describe the gross anatomical components and
relationships of the circulatory system.
 Demonstrate the ability to relate anatomical structures of
the circulatory system with surface anatomy.
 Describe and discuss the function of the cells and cellular
components of circulatory system structures.
 Describe the development of the circulatory system.
 Demonstrate the ability to apply the basic concepts of
gross anatomy to the analysis of patient/client problems
related to the circulatory system.
 Describe the gross anatomical component of and
relationships of the endocrine system.
 Demonstrate the ability to relate anatomical structures of
the endocrine system with surface anatomy.
 Describe and discuss the function of the cells and cellular
components of the endocrine system structures.
 Describe the development of the endocrine system.
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Gastrointestinal System
Gross Anatomy
Surface Anatomy
Physiology
Genitourinary System
Gross Anatomy
Surface Anatomy
Physiology
Integumentary System
Gross Anatomy
Histology
Embryology
Physiology
Muscular System
Gross Anatomy
Surface Anatomy
Histology
Embryology
Physiology
Nervous System (CNS, PNS, and ANS)
Gross Anatomy
Surface Anatomy
Histology
Embryology
Physiology
 Demonstrate the ability to apply the basic concepts of
gross anatomy to the analysis of patient/client problem
related to the endocrine system.
 Describe the gross anatomical component of and
relationships of the gastrointestinal system.
 Demonstrate the ability to relate anatomical structures of
the gastrointestinal system with surface anatomy.
 Describe and discuss the function of the cells and cellular
components of the gastrointestinal system structures.
 Describe the development of the gastrointestinal system.
 Demonstrate the ability to apply the basic concepts of
gross anatomy to the analysis of patient/client problem
related to the gastrointestinal system.
 Describe the gross anatomical component of and
relationships of the genitourinary system.
 Demonstrate the ability to relate anatomical structures of
the genitourinary system with surface anatomy.
 Describe and discuss the function of the cells and cellular
components of the genitourinary system structures.
 Describe the development of the genitourinary system.
 Demonstrate the ability to apply the basic concepts of
gross anatomy to the analysis of patient/client problem
related to the genitourinary system.
 Describe the gross anatomical component of and
relationships of the integumentary system.
 Demonstrate the ability to relate anatomical structures of
the integumentary system with surface anatomy.
 Describe and discuss the function of the cells and cellular
components of the integumentary system structures.
 Describe the development of the integumentary system.
 Demonstrate the ability to apply the basic concepts of
gross anatomy to the analysis of patient/client problem
related to the integumentary system.
 Describe the gross anatomical component of and
relationships of the muscular system.
 Demonstrate the ability to relate anatomical structures of
the muscular system with surface anatomy.
 Describe and discuss the function of the cells and cellular
components of the muscular system structures.
 Describe the development of the muscular system.
 Demonstrate the ability to apply the basic concepts of
gross anatomy to the analysis of patient/client problem
related to the muscular system.
 Describe the gross anatomical component of and
relationships of the nervous system.
 Demonstrate the ability to correlate gross nervous system
structures to surface anatomy landmarks.
 Describe and discuss the function of the cells and cellular
components of the nervous system structures.
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Respiratory System
Gross Anatomy
Surface Anatomy
Histology
Embryology
Physiology
Skeletal System
Gross Anatomy
Surface Anatomy
Radiographic Anatomy
Histology
Embryology
Physiology
 Describe the development of the nervous system.
 Demonstrate the ability to apply the basic concepts of
gross anatomy to the analysis of patient/client problem
related to the nervous system.
 Describe the gross anatomical component of and
relationships of the respiratory system.
 Demonstrate the ability to relate anatomical structures of
the respiratory system with surface anatomy.
 Describe and discuss the function of the cells and cellular
components of the respiratory system structures.
 Describe the development of the respiratory system.
 Demonstrate the ability to apply the basic concepts of
gross anatomy to the analysis of patient/client problem
related to the respiratory system.
 Describe the gross anatomical component of and
relationships of the skeletal system.
 Demonstrate the ability to relate anatomical structures of
the skeletal system with surface anatomy.
 Identify on a radiograph the components and relationships
of the skeletal system.
 Describe and discuss the function of the cells and cellular
components of the skeletal system structures.
 Describe the development of the skeletal system.
 Demonstrate the ability to apply the basic concepts of
gross anatomy to the analysis of patient/client problem
related to the skeletal system.
General Information
A. Teaching methods:
Lectures are used to clarify and explain anatomical structure and function, group projects and
presentations are used to demonstrate applied knowledge, and other tasks, such as discussions
and article reviews will be used to enhance content retention and depth of material.
B. Attendance:
Attendance is mandatory. Students must notify faculty regarding absence prior to the start of
the class in order for an absence to be an excused absence. Students should immediately notify
the instructor about conflict between their religious observance and course due
dates/examinations.
( http://www.uml.edu/catalog/undergraduate/policies/attendance_policies.htm ).
C. Evaluation Methods:
Exams (2): 25% each 50%
Two cumulative exams (midterm and final) will include Identify/Define, Multiple Choice,
True/False, and Short Answer questions.
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Examination Procedures: Students will be assigned seats. The following items are not
allowed during exams:
Water bottles, Watches, Sweatshirts/ Hoodies, Cell phones, Hats, Ear Plugs (unless cleared
by the proctor)
*Note* Cheating in any form is not tolerated. See below for Dishonesty and Cheating details.
Essays (2): 10% each 20%
Individually, students will write and submit a short essay answering a given thematic
question. Writing will be used to evaluate knowledge and higher level critical thinking skills.
Presentation: 20%
In teams, students will give a 20 minute lesson of content once during the semester.
Participation: 10%
During lectures, clicker questions will be used to collect formative feedback to inform
teaching, and will be used to gauge participation. Clicker data will be collected throughout
the semester, compiled, and graded to keep students on task and paying attention during
lectures.
Make-up quizzes and exams will be given only in specific cases of illness, death in the
family or religious holiday and faculty must be notified before the scheduled time of the
exam.
D. Grading Scale:
A+ = 4.0 (97-100)
A = 4.0 (93 – 96.9)
A-= 3.7 (90 – 92.9)
B+ = 3.3 (87 – 89.9) C+ = 2.3 (77 – 79.9)
B = 3.0 (83 – 86.9) C = 2.0 (73 – 76.9)
B- = 2.7 (80 – 82.9) F = 0.0 < 73
E. Academic Integrity Policy:
All students are advised that there is a University policy regarding dishonesty and cheating.
It is the students’ responsibility to familiarize themselves with these policies and all other
policies contained in the Graduate School Catalog and the Undergraduate Catalog and in the
Physical Therapy Student Handbook.
Includes but is not limited to:
Cheating - use, or attempted use, of trickery, artifice, deception, breach of confidence, fraud,
or misrepresentation of one's academic work.
Fabrication - falsification or invention of any information or citation in any academic
exercise.
Plagiarism - representing the words or ideas of another as one's own work in any academic
exercise.
Facilitating dishonesty - helping or attempting to help another commit an act of academic
dishonesty, including substituting for another in an examination, misrepresenting oneself, or
allowing others to represent as their own one's papers, reports, or academic works.”
It is the students' responsibility to familiarize themselves with these policies and adhere to
the honor code. Policies will be strictly enforced. If an episode of dishonesty is noted the
penalty imposed will range from a zero for the assignment/examination to course failure and
expulsion. If necessary, contact the instructor or your advisor for clarification of these
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policies.
F. Cell Phones and Other Devices:
All cell phones/pagers must be turned off during class time. Personal phone calls, email or
texting is not permitted during class. Laptops may be used for class work only. Students
engaging in any activities other than class work will be asked to leave class.
Please visit the Health Science Student Policies page:
http://www.uml.edu/Health-Sciences/Current-Students/Student-Policies.aspx
It is also highly recommended that you bring a device to class on a regular basis to access
the wiki site and online resources.
G. Student Disability Services:
For detailed information contact: Office of the Student Disability Services, 240 O’Leary
Library Building, UMass Lowell South, Ph. 978-934-4574.
(http://www.uml.edu/STUDENT-SERVICES/disability/)
H. Services for Learning:
For detailed information contact: Division of Student Affairs, Cumnock Hall, UML North.
Ph 978-934-2100 (http://www.uml.edu/STUDENT-SERVICES/)
I. Credit Hour Policy
Federal definition of a credit hour requires that for every course credit awarded, a course must
offer 15 hours of instructor led course activities and 30 hours of out -of -class student work.
Course Requirements
A. Satisfactory completion of quizzes, exams and projects.
B. Any student with a grade average below 70 at any time during the semester must make an
appointment to see the instructor.
C. Attendance at all classes (unless excused) and participation in lectures.
Grading Rubrics
Essays
10% each for 20% of total Lecture Grade
Individually, students will write and submit a response to a prompt. Essays will be around 1000
words.
For all essays, include a title page and a references page in APA format. References should
always include the textbooks, and should include outside sources (2-3) to enhance your writing.
Grading Scheme:
A = Excellent work demonstrating independent and high quality performance (9.5)
B = Work of graduate standard, but omissions exist or careful analysis is not in evidence (8.5)
C = Work of very poor quality, indicating little understanding of the depth of analysis required
(7.5)
I = (Incomplete) Work that is completed only partially or not at all (0.0)
+ = Work just above a letter grade
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- = Work just below a letter grade
Submission of work:
Work must be submitted to Blackboard 1 hour before the session for which it is due. If you
anticipate having trouble meeting a due date, please contact me in advance so that we may
negotiate an appropriate alternative arrangement. Except in an emergency, a request for an
extension made on the due date will not be favorably received.
Rewrites
If you choose, you may submit 1 re-write of a previous essay, or choose an entirely new topic to
write an essay about and submit for a replacement grade. Rewrites and resubmits will be able to
replace one of the two standard required essays. If you receive anything below the standard for
graduate work (B), you are advised to rewrite or resubmit.
Criteria
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B
A
Essay
You situate your discussion within an appropriate context.
You identify research questions that are clear and appropriate.
You rely primarily on sources that are peer-reviewed.
Your sources are appropriate to your study.
Your exposition is clear, logical, and rooted appropriately in your sources.
Your findings are clearly stated and connected appropriately to your evidence.
You clearly and persuasively articulate the significance of your work.
Your writing is free of grammatical, spelling, and typographical errors.
Sources are appropriately cited, using APA standards.
Your writing is an appropriate length.
Paper is submitted on time.
Presentations
20% of total Lecture Grade
In your team, you will plan, conduct, and reflect on a (20 minute) lesson to teach a topic of your
choice from the list below. You will be graded on professionalism, quality of the lesson, and
content. Include at least one reference to a scholarly journal article and two references to text
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books in your lesson plan.
Purpose: Develop and improve presentation and teaching skills since physical therapists need to
teach patients and families effectively. Critically consider material importance and judge
material for necessity of inclusion (Graduate level study requires ability to critically consider
what is important and why it is important). Research a topic in depth and relate it to practice.
Become familiar with primary literature by using research journal articles to inform your content.
Presentation Grading Scheme
______/1 First draft of lesson plan is presented to the professor one week before presentation
date.
______/1 Team makes adjustments based on professor’s feedback.
______/1 Team is familiar with the technology to be used in the classroom prior to presentation
day.
______/2 Team members dress professionally and behave in a professional manner.
______/2 Lesson engages the class for the entire time.
______/2 Team makes the lesson fun and/or memorable. (Examples: include case studies,
incorporate a song or rap, include personal story, use metaphors, skits, etc.)
______/2 Team presents lesson efficiently and each team member knows where they should be,
what they should be doing, and the flow of the lesson. Lesson is equally divided between team
members.
______/2 Team does not include too much information. Students do not feel information
overload.
______/2 There are no more than 6 slides (not including title and references).
______/3 Lesson includes an active learning segment (review game, acting, discussions,
drawing/labeling, etc.)
______/3 Content is delivered clearly and presenters do not create confusion.
______/3 Materials used (powerpoint, handout, etc.) include high quality images, are well
formatted, and are helpful as study tools.
______/3 Each team member contributes to running the lesson.
______/4 Each team member knows all of the content. Any presenter is able to answer any
question concerning the topic.
______/1 Lesson stays within the time limit.
______/32 Total
Textbook/Readings
Required
Moore, K.L., Agur, A.M.R. and Dalley, A.F. Essential Clinical Anatomy. 5th ed, LWW,
2015.
Clickers by Turning Technologies will be used in this course during lectures and for taking
exams. You are required to purchase a clicker. For information, please visit the student
information wiki.
Course Outline & Class Schedule:
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http://34-601clinicalanatomy-fa14.wiki.uml.edu/Lecture+Schedule
Useful Web-Resources:
 American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) - http://www.apta.org/
 Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) http://www.capteonline.org/home.aspx
 American Association of Clinical Anatomists (AACA) - http://clinicalanatomy.org/index.php
*Instructor reserves the right to adjust syllabus at any time*