Units

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Sample subject outline - Semester 1 2013

Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.

Rationale

Disease Processes provides a link between your foundation knowledge in anatomy and physiology and the application of such knowledge in a clinical setting. This intermediate level unit places an emphasis on general pathological knowledge necessary for your understanding of future advanced units . It therefore provides you with the knowledge needed for subsequent clinical semesters.

Aims

The aim of the unit is to introduce you to the study of disease processes underlying the major diseases of human organ systems.

Objectives

On the successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:

1. Understand and correctly use pathological terms and concepts and disease processes.

2. Know, understand and be able to apply facts, concepts, and terms in disease processes as they relate to the major diseases of each of the organ systems.

3. Know and understand the major congenital and acquired diseases, including neoplasia, of each organ system.

4. Recognise major pathological processes/conditions from preserved specimens.

5. Apply study and information procurement techniques to concepts learned to further expand your knowledge of basic anatomical and pathological processes.

6. Establish base level knowledge to prepare for specialist study of disease in clinical courses

Content

The content of the unit includes:

· General disease processes: ,cellular adaptation and cell death, haemodynamic disorders, inflammation and repair neoplasia, immunity, infection
· Diseases of the organ systems: cardiovascular, respiratory, alimentary, urinary, genital, nervous, musculoskeletal

Approaches to Teaching and Learning

Lectures with illustrative colour projection slides supplemented by preserved pathology specimens, wherever possible. Accompanying the the lectures are a series of practical classes where you,will investigate a collection of preserved human pathology specimens using group discussion, worksheets and quizzes. These activities provide you with formative feedback on your progress. These will Lectures: 3 hours per week and Laboratory: 2 hours per week.

Assessment

You will be expected to undertake a number of assessments related to the learning outcomes of this unit (see below).Students will be provided with regular progress-based feedback on fortnightly quiz and essay results.

Assessment name: Examination (Theory)
Description: (Summative) - End-semester theory examination, short answer, multiple choice, true/false.
Relates to objectives: 1-5
Weight: 60%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: End of Semester

Assessment name: Laboratory/Practical
Description: (Fornative and Summative) - Attendance at weekly laboratory sessions to view, examine and discuss a selection of preserved pathology specimens and the completion/submission of a weekly worksheet and quizzes.
Relates to objectives: 1-5
Weight: 40%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Ongoing

Academic Honesty

QUT is committed to maintaining high academic standards to protect the value of its qualifications. To assist you in assuring the academic integrity of your assessment you are encouraged to make use of the support materials and services available to help you consider and check your assessment items. Important information about the university's approach to academic integrity of assessment is on your unit Blackboard site.

A breach of academic integrity is regarded as Student Misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties.

Resource materials

Texts:
Recommended: Damjanov, Pathogy for the Health Professions, latest edition, Elsevier
Medical Dictionary

Risk assessment statement

This unit includes a practical component. You are referred to the university's health and safety web site http://www.hrd.qut.edu.au/healthsafety/index.jsp for further information. You will be required to complete a Health and Safety quiz for Q block prior to entry to the laboratory. This will be available on the Student Services tab on QUT virtual. You will be required to wear covered shoes to all practical sessions

If you have an underlying health condition you are encouraged to consult the lecturer in charge of the unit, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions.

Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.

Last modified: 04-Sep-2012