HUBS1106
10 units
1000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course aims at providing students with a thorough understanding of head and neck anatomy with emphasis on those structures associated with the oral cavity. The course focuses on the anatomy, design and function of structures in the head and neck as they pertain to oral health.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Ourimbah
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Understand and apply anatomical terminology when identifying and describing the anatomy of the head and neck region
2. List and identify major musculoskeletal elements of the skull, face, ear, nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, oral cavity, and cervical and thoracic regions
3. Describe the structure and function of the musculoskeletal elements of the skull, face, ear, nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, oral cavity, and cervical and thoracic regions
4. Describe the structure and biomechanics of the temporomandibular joint and identify the aetiology, symptoms and consequences of disorders of this joint
5. Identify the major blood vessels which supply the features of the head and neck
6. Describe the structure and function of the brain, spinal cord, neural pathways and cranial nerves; in particular the course and distribution of the facial and trigeminal cranial nerves
7. Apply the knowledge gained in this course to identify and describe the anatomical and neural mechanisms involved in mastication, swallowing, respiration, and hearing
Content
- How to study anatomy
- Skull and face
- Skull bones
- Facial muscles
- Muscles of mastication
- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and jaw biomechanics
- Ear and temporal bone
- Infratemporal and pterygopalatine fossa
- Nasal cavities and sinuses
- Soft palate and pharynx
- Larynx
- Oral cavity and tongue
- Special features of the oral cavity
- Submandibular region
- Vertebal column (cervical and thoracic regions)
- Respiration
- Vasculature of head and neck
- Cranial nerves: General
- Cranial nerves: Trigeminal Nerve
- Brain and spinal cord
- Motor and sensory systems
Assumed knowledge
HUBS1401 Human Bioscience
Assessment items
In Term Test: Mid -semester examination
In Term Test: Identification examination
Formal Examination: Formal examination
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Ourimbah
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Lecture-2
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 4 week(s)
Practical-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- Includes practical examination
- Compulsory Requirement: Students must meet the compulsory attendance requirement.
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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