Course Title: Perform haematological tests
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2016
Course Code: ONPS5666C
Course Title: Perform haematological tests
School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5283 - Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing)
Course Contact: Amberlee Mitton
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8053
Course Contact Email: amber.mitton@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Andrea McAdam
Nominal Hours: 130
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
ONPS5659C Biological procedures
ONPS5198 Perform microscopic examination
Course Description
This unit of competency describes the ability to determine levels, function, activity and interactions of cellular and plasma components of blood using tests and procedures identified with the discipline of laboratory haematology. This course does not cover the laboratory aspects of transfusion science; these are covered in "Perform immunohaematological tests". While this unit focuses on the laboratory investigation of human physiology and pathology, it reasonably describes aspects of work performed in veterinary settings.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSL975002A Perform haematological tests |
Element: |
1. Process samples and associated request details |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Sort specimens according to tests requested, urgent status and volume |
Element: |
2. Perform tests |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Select authorised tests that are indicated for the requested investigations |
Element: |
3. Maintain a safe environment |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Use established safe work practices and personal protective equipment to ensure personal safety |
Element: |
4. Maintain laboratory records |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1. Make entries on report forms or into computer systems, accurately calculating, recording or |
Learning Outcomes
Competency based
Details of Learning Activities
Laboratory classes with instructional talks and practical bench work
Keeping records in a logbook and laboratory computer system
Online material and review questions
Interactive tutorials
Teaching Schedule
SEMESTER 1
Week 1
Date: Wed 10 Feb
Theory topic: Introduction to Haematology
Practical laboratory work: Laboratory protocols, workflow, telephoning
Week 2
17 Feb
Sample collection / specimen types
Introduction to blood
Week 3
24 Feb
Platelets, automated analysers, full blood count (FBC)
Analyser & QC; microscope review – normal blood film
Week 4
2 Mar
Blood films and the full blood examination (FBE)
Analyser – routine samples, making blood films, staining
Week 5
9 Mar
Red cell parameters
Analyser – interpreting red cell parameters
Week 6
16 Mar
White cells
Analyser & manual white cell count, WC differential
Week 7
23 Mar
Infection & inflammation
White cell differential; manual platelet count; ESR
24 – 30 Mar
MID-SEMESTER BREAK
Week 8
4 – 8 April
MID-SEMESTER 1 EXAMS
Week 9
13 April
Haemostasis, plasma components
Manual coagulation tests
Week 10
20 April
Prothrombin time, INR, APTT and others
Manual coagulation tests + automated & QC on STAGO analyser
Week 11
27 April
Defects & deficiencies
STAGO – Case studies
Week 12
4 May
Plasmolysis
STAGO + Latex D-Dimer test; Case studies (DIC, DVT)
Week 13
11 May
Prothrombotic conditions & tests
Case studies
Week 14
18 May
Reporting blood films
Examining films – systematic process
Week 15
25 May
Revision
Week 16
30 May – 3 Jun
END-SEMESTER 1 EXAMS
SEMESTER 2
Schedule and topics for Semester 2 to follow
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Suggested texts and resources for further information will be provided on the RMIT online learning system Blackboard (Learniing Hub)
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course may include tests, quizzes, assignments and practical assessment
Assessment Tasks
Written tests of theory, and demonstration of applied knowledge
Documentation, including entering results into simulated laboratory computer system
Laboratory log book, including morphology records
Practical skills testing
Assessment Matrix
SEMESTER 1
Written tests:
Mid semester 20%
End semester 25%
Documentation:
Coagulation results S / NYS (Satisfactory / Not Yet Satisfactory)
Practical skills:
Run FBC on analyser and produce report S / NYS
SEMESTER 2
Written tests:
Mid semester 15%
End semester 30%
Applied knowledge:
Haematological condition - fact sheet 10%
Documentation:
Morphology record book S / NYS
Practical skills:
Blood film identification S / NYS (must achieve >75%)
Other Information
Assessment Information
This course is graded in accordance with competency-based assessment, but which also utilises graded assessment
CHD: Competent with High Distinction (80 – 100%)
CDI: Competent with Distinction (60 – 79%)
CC: Competent with Credit (50 – 59%)
CAG: Competency Achieved – Graded (0 – 49%)
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did Not Submit for assessment
- All assessment types must be passed (exams, prac, and assignments etc.). For example, if there are two tests you need to have an average of 50% to pass. You can’t make up marks from one type of assessment to another (e.g. pass the tests but fail the prac component).
- Attendance at practical classes is compulsory. A minimum of 80% attendance is required to pass this course. If you are sick you should submit a medical certificate to 6th floor office addressed to the Program Coordinator
- Late work that is submitted without an application for an extension will not be corrected.
- APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF ASSESSABLE WORK- A student may apply for an extension of up to 7 days from the original due date. They must lodge the application form (available online http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension) at least 24 hours before the due date. The application is lodged with the School Admin Office on Level 6, Bdg 51, or emailed to the Coordinator (amber.mitton@rmit.edu.au).
- Students requiring extensions longer than 7 days must apply for Special Consideration (see the ‘Help me’ link in blackboard, via myRMIT studies or http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration) For missed assessments such as exams - you (& your doctor if you are sick) must fill out a special consideration form. This form must be lodged online with supporting evidence (e.g. medical certificate), prior to, or within, 48 hours of the scheduled time of examination.
- If you miss an assessment task due to unavoidable circumstances, you need to follow the procedure of special consideration and apply within the allowed time frame.
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