Critical Performance
By the end of this course, students will be able to describe the 
anatomy of the cranium, thorax and abdomen.  They will be able to 
locate, identify and where applicable, test the structure. They will 
be able to demonstrate how these structures are related to Athletic 
Therapy.   
 
Learning Outcomes
To achieve the critical performance, students will have demonstrated 
the ability to:  
1. Identify the structures of the cervical spine, cranium, thoracic 
   cavity and abdominal cavity.
2. Describe the function of the structures of the cervical spine, 
   cranium, thoracic cavity and abdominal cavity.
3. Recognize potential referral pain patterns for the structures of 
   the cervical spine, thoracic cavity and abdominal cavity.
4. Distinguish potential musculoskeletal pathologies from more  
   serious pathologies.
5. Instruct clients on the analysis of possible pathologies.
6. Visualize the anatomical structures of the cervical spine,  
   cranium, thoracic cavity and abdominal cavity.
7. Apply appropriate terminology when describing anatomical
   structures.
8. Palpate the structures of the cervical spine, cranium, thoracic 
   cavity, and abdominal cavity whenever possible.
9. Synthesize prior learning from previous anatomy courses. 

Test 1                       20%
Test 2                       25%
Test 3                       20%
Assignment                   15%  
Case Study (4 @ 5% each)     20% 
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Total                       100%

Attendance is expected at all planned classes and experiences.  
Extended absenteeism may be cause for review by the faculty.  
Specific circumstances not withstanding, field placements should 
not interfere with classroom attendance.   

TEST AND ASSIGNMENT PROTOCOL  
 
To encourage behaviours that will help students to be successful 
in the workplace and to ensure that students receive credit for 
their individual work, the following rules apply to every course 
offered within the Faculty of Applied Health and Community 
Studies.  
            
1. The professor will specify in writing test dates and times and
   due dates and any special instructions for submitting
   assignments and projects. 
2. Students must write all tests at the specified times. Missed 
   tests, in-class activities, assignments and presentations are 
   awarded a mark of zero. If an extension or make-up opportunity
   is approved by the professor as outlined below, the mark of
   zero may be revised by subsequent performance.  The penalty for
   late submission of written assignments is a loss of 10% per day
   for up to five business days (excluding weekends and statutory
   holidays), after which, a grade of zero is assigned. Business
   days include any day that the college is open for business,
   whether the student has scheduled classes that day or not.  
3. Students who miss a test or in-class activity or assignment or 
   fail to submit an assignment on time due to exceptional 
   circumstances, are required to notify their professor in
   advance of the class whenever possible.  A make-up test may be
   supplied for students who provide an acceptable explanation of
   their absence and/or acceptable documentation explaining their
   absence (e.g., a medical certificate). All make-up tests are to
   be written at a time and place agreed to by the professor and
   the student upon the student's return. Alternately, students
   may be given an opportunity to earn the associated marks by
   having a subsequent test count for the additional marks. 
   Exceptional circumstances may result in a modification of due
   dates for assignments.
4. Unless otherwise specified, assignments and projects must be 
   submitted at the beginning of class. 
5. Students must complete every assignment as an individual effort  
   unless the professor specifies otherwise.
6. Since there may be instances of grade appeal or questions 
   regarding the timely completion of assignments and/or extent of 
   individual effort, etc., students are strongly advised to keep, 
   and make available to their professor, if requested, a copy of
   all assignments and working notes until the course grade has
   been finalized.  	
7. There will be no resubmission of work unless this has been 
   previously agreed to or suggested by the professor. 
8. Students must submit all assignments in courses with practical
   lab and field components in order to pass the course.

Essential Employability Skills
Essential Employability Skills emphasized in the course:

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Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact: Multiple PLA Contacts
Students may apply to receive credit by demonstrating achievement of the course learning outcomes through previous life and work experiences. This course is eligible for challenge through the following method(s):

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