Systematic Anatomy I

Code:

MV122

Acronym:

ASI

Keywords
Classification	Keyword
OFICIAL	Basic Sciences

Instance: 2024/2025 - 2S (of 14-02-2000 to 13-06-2025)

Active?	Yes
Responsible unit:	Anatomy
Course/CS Responsible:	Integrated Masters Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Cycles of Study/Courses

Acronym	No. of Students	Study Plan	Curricular Years	Credits UCN	Credits ECTS	Contact hours	Total Time
MIMV	96	Official Study Plan	1	-	4,5	56	121,5

Teaching language

Portuguese

Objectives

Systematic Anatomy I unit, is the first of three disciplines (distributed sequentially over time) taught to students of the Department of Anatomy MIMV ICBAS / UP that comprise the "Anatomical Course".

The main objective of the "Anatomical Course" is the teaching of the normal morphology of domestic animals. The Systematic Anatomy courses are focused in the systematic study of body systems as well as the acquisition of an anatomical language / terminology. Clinical anatomy on the other hand aims to relate the topographical anatomical aspects with medical and surgical procedures.

 

In Systematic Anatomy I the following major anatomical chapters of domestic animals are addressed in a systematic perspective: a) Locomotor system, ie the teaching of the bones, joints and muscles, (osteology, arthrology and miology) b) Central Nervous System Central c) Peripheral Nervous System (spinal nerves). The dog is used as anatomical model and comparison with other domestic animals, which include horses, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, cats and lagomorphs (rabbits), is done.

Learning outcomes and competences

1. Theoretical scientific knowledge1

1) To acquire knowledge and to understand the normal morphology of the locomotor system (bones, joints and muscles), central and peripheral nervous system (spinal nerves) of domestic animals (carnivores, ruminants, equines, swines and lagomorphs)

2) To know the anatomical structures designations according to the Nomina Anatomica Veterinaria.

2. Skills

1). Identify the anatomical structures in cadavers or cadaver sections.

2) Describe, in accordance with Nomina Anatomica Veterinaria, and systematize the identified anatomical structures.

3). Identify the anatomical structures in diagnostic imaging.

4) Identify by palpation the anatomical structures in cadavers

 

3. General attitudes

1) Methodical and rigorous observation.

2). Proper verbal communication with colleagues.

3). Teamwork.

Working method

Presencial

Pre-requirements (prior knowledge) and co-requirements (common knowledge)

n/a

Program

1. GENERAL ANATOMY 1.1. The concept of anatomy 1.2. Nomenclature of topographic anatomy 2. OSTEOLOGY 2.1 General osteology 2.1.1. Division of skeleton 2.1.2. Development of bone 2.1.3. Classification of bone 2.1.4. Macroscopic structure of bone 2.1.5. Vessels and nerves of bone 2.1.6. Surface contour of bone 2.2. Compared osteology 2.2.1. Osteology of the appendicular skeleton The scapular girdle and thoracic limb (arm, forearm and forepaw) The pelvic girdle and pelvic limb (thigh, leg and hindpaw) 2.2.2. Osteology of the axial skeleton The vertebral column The ribs and sternum The skull (braincase and facial portions) 3. ARTHROLOGY 3.1 General arthrology 3.1.1. Joints classification 3.1.2. Peculiar aspects of synovial joints 3.2. Compared arthrology 3.2.1. Girdles joints (scapular and pelvic) and appendicular joints (thoracic and pelvic limbs) 3.2.2. Joints of the head and trunk 4. MIOLOGY 4.1. General miology 4.1.1. Skeletal muscles structure 4.1.2. Classification of muscles 4.1.3. Accessory muscular structures 4.2. Compared miology 4.2.1. Muscles of the thoracic limb (extrinsic and intrinsic of the scapular girdle, arm, forearm and forepaw) 4.2.2. Muscles of the pelvic limb (pelvic girdle, thigh, leg and hindpaw) 4.2.3. Muscles of the raquis and neck 4.2.4. Muscles of the thorax and diaphragm 4.2.5. Muscles of the abdomen and tail 4.2.6. Muscles of the head 5. THE NERVOUS SYSTEM 5.1. General neurology 5.2. Central Nervous System 5.2.1 Spinal cord 5.2.2 Brain (forebrain, midbrain and hindbrain) 5.1.3. Meninges, cerebro-spinal fluid and ventricular system. 5.3. Peripheral Nervous System: 5.3.1. Spinal nerves: cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, caudal, brachial plexus and lumbarsacral plexus. 

Mandatory literature

Dyce K. M.; Tratado de anatomia veterinária. ISBN: 85-352-1392-9
Konig Horst Erich 340; Veterinary anatomy of domestic mammals. ISBN: 3-7945-2485-3
Schaller Oskar ed.; Nomenclatura anatômica veterinária ilustrada. ISBN: 85-204-0828-1
Sisson and Grossman; Anatomia dos Animais Domésticos, Guanabara
Evans Howard E.; Miller.s anatomy of the dog. ISBN: 0-7216-3200-9
Ashdown Raymond R. 070; Color atlas of veterinary anatomy. ISBN: 0-7234-2662-7
Evans Howard E.; Guia para a dissecção do cão. ISBN: 85-277-0658-X
Popesko Peter; Atlas de anatomía topográfica de los animales domésticos. ISBN: 84-458-0753-6
Popesko Peter; Atlas of topographical anatomy of the domestic animals. ISBN: 0-7216-7275-2
Evans Howard E.; Miller.s guide to the dissection of the dog. ISBN: 0-7216-5748-6
Boyd Jack S; A color atlas of clinical anantomy of the dog &cat , Mosby Wolfe, 1991. ISBN: 0-7234-2047-5

Teaching methods and learning activities

The teaching method includes theoretical classes (a) and practical classes (b), both 2 hours per week. (a) In the theoretical classes, the systematic exposure of the contents is made using slides and occasionally video projection. (b) In the practical classes, both observation and description of anatomical structures (bones and skeleton, dissected and fixed joints) previously prepared in the Department of Anatomy are made. Dissection, the main method for studying anatomy, is also performed in cadavers of dogs. Surface and radiographic anatomy are used whenever is considered useful.

Evaluation Type

Distributed evaluation with final exam

Assessment Components

Designation	Weight (%)
Exame	90,00
Participação presencial	10,00
Total:	100,00

Amount of time allocated to each course unit

Designation	Time (hours)
Estudo autónomo	50,00
Frequência das aulas	56,00
Trabalho laboratorial	15,50
Total:	121,50

Eligibility for exams

The students must attain to at least 3/4 of the practical classes.

Calculation formula of final grade

1. ATTENDANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME

1.1. The evaluation consists in Practical Evaluation (PA) and Theoretical Evaluation (TE).

1.2. Pratical Evaluation – 6 points. Is divided in: Continuous Evaluation (2 points) which is the result of the marks obtained in four assessment tests that will take place during the semester and Final Practical Evaluation (4 points): Composed of a test that consist on the identification of twenty anatomical structures. Attendance to the test is required for approval. The students must achieve a minimal of 3 points in Practical Evaluation (Continuous Evaluation+Final Practical Evaluation) in order to be approved.

1.3. Theoretical Evaluation – 14 points. Consist in a Written Evaluation to be performed at the Evaluation Periods (regular and/or appeal) that can be achieved by performing a single written test composed of multiple choice questions and written answer questions. A minimal of 6 points is required for approval.

1.4. Students may choose to take the tests corresponding to the Final Practical Evaluation and Theoritecal Evaluation divided by the mid-term evaluation weeks.In these circumstances, the following standards shall be complied with:
1.4.1. Final Practical Evaluation: Consist of 2 tests of identification of anatomical structures (2 points each). It is mandatory to attend the 2 exams. The classification obtained will be added to the Continuos Evaluation grade and a minimal of 3 point in this sum is needed for approval.

1.4.2. Theoretical Evaluation: Consist of 2 tests ("frequencies") composed of multiple choice questions and written answer questions each. Each frequency is quoted to 7 values. A minimal of 3 points for each test is required for approval.




2. PREVIOUS ATTENDANCE AND WORKER STATUS STUDENT

2.1. The students that have previously attended to the practical classes and students with worker status are not obliged to Continuous Evaluation. In this circumstance the  20 points that are distributed as following:
2.1.1. Final Practical Evaluation – 6 points (a minimal of 3 pointis required for approval).
2.1.2. Theoretical Evaluation – 14 points (a minimal of 6 pointis required for approval).

2.2. The same rules and determinations established to the students who are for the first time attending to the Systematic Anatomy subject will be used regarding to the form and minimal points required on both practical and written evaluation.

2.3. Students may attend practical classes, if they wish to,  upon authorization of the UC regent and may choose to improve/accomplish the component of continuous assessment. In these circumstances,  the evaluation rules defined for students enrolled for the first time in the UC are apllied.

Internship work/project

n/a

Special assessment (TE, DA, ...)

To the students who will attend to Special Evaluation Periods (working students and / or finalist students) and / or Special Calls (associative leaders and / or overlapping of written tests) the evaluation rules defined for students enrolled for the first time/previous attendance in the UC will be applied.