Anatomy of the Human Musculoskeletal System 7: Ligaments (1 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student will be able to name and locate in Finnish and Latin the following human ligaments and define their functions (the course focuses on the most important structures): • Ligaments of the upper and lower cervical spine • Ligaments of the spine and thorax, including intervertebral discs • Ligaments of the pelvic girdle • Ligaments of the upper limb • Ligaments of the lower limb

Prerequisites

Course: Human musculoskeletal anatomy 1: Basic terms and structures 1 - 1 ECTS or equivalent knowledge.

Teaching methods

The course is conducted entirely as a self-paced online course. On the Moodle learning platform: Written study materials, short video lectures, independent self-assessment, and the opportunity for peer discussions. In Exam test facilities: Course examination.

Location and time

The course is implemented 100% as an online course on Moodle during the implementation period. Competence is demonstrated through an Exam test.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All Exam materials are available on the Moodle platform. The exam materials are primarily based on two sources: 1. Hokkanen, M. & Vierimaa, H. 2019. Tuki- ja liikuntaelimistön anatomia. Opiskelukirja. Sanoma Pro Oy. (This book is primarily used as a textual source.) 2. Platzer, W. 2014. Color Atlas of Human Anatomy, Vol 1: Locomotor System. Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. (This book is primarily used as an image source.) Additionally, anatomical images can be searched using Google Images. It is also recommended to explore three-dimensional models or videos on platforms such as YouTube, as understanding two-dimensional images can otherwise be challenging.

Alternative completion methods of implementation

None.

Internship and working life connections

None.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

You can register for the Exam test after you have received the right to study. Exam tests are taken in designated Exam rooms, which are available in multiple higher education institutions. Each student has three attempts to pass the test during their study entitlement period. The passing threshold is 70%. If the test is not passed within three attempts, the student may re-enroll in the course.

International connections

None.

Student workload

The course scope is 1 ECTS credit (1 ECTS), which corresponds to 27 hours of study.

Content scheduling

The entire content of the course is available for the entire duration of the study right.

Assessment methods and criteria

The assessment of the course is based on the Exam test and is graded on a pass/fail basis as follows: Pass: The student demonstrates mastery of the essential knowledge of the musculoskeletal system's anatomy and scores at least 70% correct in the Exam test. Fail: The student's knowledge of the musculoskeletal system's anatomy is insufficient, and they score less than 70% correct in the Exam test. A failed Exam test can be retaken a maximum of two times.

Evaluation scale

Pass/Fail