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ANAT 2008: PRINCIPLES OF HISTOLOGY
INTRODUCTION FOR ANAT2008 PRACTICAL CLASSES
REQUIREMENTS FOR PRAC CLASSES
No videoing or recording of the lectures or practical classes are permitted.
Recordings are made of the lectures and are available on Canvas. The practical sessions
are designed to allow sufficient time to take notes as well as the opportunity to ask the
tutors questions after the talk.
1. TEXTBOOKS
The textbook is HISTOLOGY: A TEXT AND ATLAS by W. Pawlina (Wolters Kluwer
Health, 8th edition 2019). It is recommended that this textbook is purchased prior to the
first practical class. The online version of this textbook is provided by the University Library
and a link is available on Canvas.
2. PRACTICAL BOOK
Students will build a record of their histological study throughout semester. Each topic will
have a set of practical notes, which can be combined into a practical book. The practical
notes will be available on Canvas for each topic and should be printed out prior to class. It
is the student’s responsibility to bring the copy of the practical notes to the appropriate
class. The practical notes are essential for each class.
The Histology exercises refer either to slides in the Discipline Collection (see below) or to
images in Pawlina, unless otherwise specified. The images required for practical exercises
are identified by a figure number followed by a page reference in brackets, e.g. Fig. 9.5
(279).
The Practical Book provides a permanent record of your observations and answers to the
questions and is a valuable resource for revision. The practical book does not get handed
in or marked.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The only students permitted to use practical books that have already
been worked in are repeating students who are updating their own books. In all other
cases, the use of other people’s books constitutes plagiarism and is therefore not allowed.
3. SLIDE COLLECTION
General Collection
This course uses sets of histological slides, which can be examined under the microscope.
The departmental slide collection has been prepared over many years from tissues
donated from many sources. It is your responsibility to care for these slides and ensure
they are kept in good condition for others to use. There are two labels on each slide. One
is a departmental code describing species, organ and preparative method. The other label
indicates the exact location of the slide. The colour of the label corresponds to the colour
of one of the spots on the box in which it is located. The numbers on the label indicate the
correct position of the slide in the slide box and the particular box in which the slide is kept.
For example, Slide Orange 3/128 is in box 128 with an orange spot. Please adhere to this
system.
Please check that no slide is left on your microscope.
A SECURITY DEVICE IS IN OPERATION IN THE TEACHING LABORATORIES. ANY
STUDENT ACTIVATING THIS DEVICE WITH UNIVERSITY PROPERTY WILL
AUTOMATICALLY BE REFERRED TO THE VICE-CHANCELLOR ON A PROCTORIAL
MATTER. NO EXCUSES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
NB. Students may not eat or drink in the laboratories.
4. ATTENDANCE AT PRACTICAL CLASSES
PLEASE NOTE: ATTENDANCE IN PRACTICAL CLASSES IS NOT MANDATORY IN
2021 DUE TO THE CONTINUING COVID-19 SITUATION. IF YOU FEEL UNWELL,
PLEASE DO NOT COME TO CLASS. There will be opportunities to catch up on any work
that is missed.
However, it is strongly encouraged that you attend all practical classes and complete all
practical exercises. These classes are essential for developing a full understanding of the
course material and to perform sufficiently in the final exams.
It is a good idea to attempt any questions not requiring the class slide collection prior to the
prac class to optimise time in class using the slides. Throughout the semester there will be
time in some practical classes to complete unfinished work or begin revision.
Due to the large number of students in this course, the allocation of practical classes is
completed by the timetable unit. There is no changing of practical classes unless there is a
documented clash with another subject. In order to arrange this you need to contact the
timetable unit.
5. ARRANGEMENTS FOR REVISION
Due to the large number of students enrolled in ANAT2008, students will only be permitted
to attend their allocated practical class.
Unfortunately due to funding constraints and WHS considerations, histology laboratories
will not be opened outside of normal class hours.
Revision sessions will be run during stuvac, further details will be provided. Under no
circumstances will students be allowed to attend sessions other than those allocated to
them.
There is ample time during semester to complete the exercises in the practical book. If a
practical session is missed, it is advised that these exercises be completed upon returning
to class. Tutors will be able to answer questions related to work in previous weeks.
6. DEPARTMENTAL NOTICES ON CANVAS
Information pertaining to this course is available via Canvas. It is the responsibility of the
individual students to check this regularly and to read carefully the information displayed.
Communication will also be made via university email.
EXAMINATIONS
NB: any changes to the following information will be displayed on Canvas. The
current method of examination is as follows:
• In-semester online theory quizzes will be completed on Canvas
(10mins and 5% each) and will be worth 15% of the final marks in
total.
• The mid-semester prac quiz (30mins) will include both theory and prac
questions and will be worth 15% of the final marks.
• The final theory examination (60mins, plus 10mins reading time) will be
worth 35% of the final marks.
• The final practical examination (60mins, plus 10mins reading time)
will be worth 35% of the final marks.
• Students must pass both theory and practical examinations to pass
the course overall.
• Marks allocated to each section of the course (e.g. cytology, etc.)
reflect the approximate time spent on that section relative to the
course as a whole.
Assessment
Name
Assessment
Category
Assessment
Type
Exam/Quiz
Type
Individual/
Group
Length/
Duration
Weight
Online
Theory
Quizzes
Quiz In‐Semester
Quiz
Canvas
Quiz
Individual 10mins each 5% each
(15% total)
Mid‐
Semester
Prac Quiz
Quiz In‐Semester
Quiz
MCQ
questions
Short
answer
Individual 30mins 15%
Final Exam ‐
Theory
Exam Final Exam MCQ
questions
Individual 60mins 35%
Final Exam ‐
Prac
Exam Final Exam Short
answer
Individual 60mins 35%
1. Theory Examinations
• The theory questions consist solely of multiple choice (MCQ) type
questions and approximately half a minute is allowed per question.
• Only one answer applies to each question and there is no negative marking.
• The final theory exam is supervised by the Registrar’s Office
2. Practical Examinations
• Students will be expected to recognise and answer questions on structures
in slides and in electron micrographs. Diagrams and other illustrative material may
also be included in the practical examination.
• The number of marks per question is shown on the examination paper and as a
rough guide, one mark is equivalent to one minute of examination time. Each section of
the examination is usually marked by the lecturer concerned.
• Students should ensure that they are fully conversant with the operation of the light
microscope as no assistance with setting up and use of the microscope will be given
during practical examinations.
• Please check Canvas closer to the examinations period for location of the practical
examination.
• There may be several sessions of practical exams to accommodate the large
number of students in this course. Please allow at least 3 hours from the start of the exam
sessions to allow for waiting time.
• Note that these exams could be at any time during the examination period and as
such please delay any travel until after the examination period. No special consideration
will be given under these circumstances.
1. Examination Results and Additional Information
• Students will be advised of their formal results in the period after the semester
exams.
• In cases of Special Consideration a replacement examination may be granted.
These are run by the faculty. The replacement practical exam will involve the use of slides
and microscopes as well as diagrams and illustrative material. The replacement theory
exam will involve M/C questions, short and long answer questions. If you are awarded a
replacement examination, then you must attend this alternate date. The results from the
original examination (for which Special Consideration was sought) will not be recorded.
• In the unlikely event of a second replacement exam, this will occur at a date/time to
be advised and is an oral exam in the presence of at least 2 academic members of staff.
Practical and theory questions will be asked from illustrative material and/or slides (which
will need to be viewed using a microscope).
• The further testing, if any, will be as soon as possible after the end of semester
exams and will be confined to one session only.
• In the case of replacement exams the course coordinators will contact students by
email to provide information on the format, location and other details of this further testing.
