Learning Objectives (PDF Download)

1. Understand the basics of bone markings/macroscopic bone anatomy terminology.

2. Identify bones and major bony landmarks of upper and lower limbs.

3. Describe the classification of joints. Discuss the basic characteristics of the three types of joints.

4. Describe accessory structures of synovial joints.

5. Understand the types of movements that may occur at synovial joints.

6. List and describe the six types of synovial joints, and include examples of each type.

7. Identify the major joints and associated ligaments in the shoulder region. Explain what kind of movements occur at the joints and other pertinent information.

8. Identify the major joints and associated ligaments in the elbow & forearm region. Explain what kind of movements occur at the joints and other pertinent information.

9. Identify the major joint and associated ligaments in the wrist region. Explain what kind of movements occur at the joints and other pertinent information.

10. Identify the major joint and associated ligaments in the hip region. Explain what kind of movements occur at the joints and other pertinent information.

11. Identify the major joint and associated ligaments in the knee region. Explain what kind of movements occur at the joints and other pertinent information.

12. Identify the major joint and associated ligaments in the ankle & foot region. Explain what kind of movements occur at the joints and other pertinent information.