Course Title: Anatomical Pathology 1
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Anatomical Pathology 1
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
MEDS2106 |
Bundoora Campus |
Undergraduate |
160H Medical Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2006, Sem 2 2007, Sem 2 2008, Sem 2 2009, Sem 2 2010, Sem 2 2011, Sem 2 2012, Sem 2 2013, Sem 2 2014, Sem 2 2015 |
MEDS2106 |
Bundoora Campus |
Undergraduate |
173H School of Health and Biomed |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2017, Sem 2 2018, Sem 2 2019, Sem 2 2020, Sem 2 2021, Sem 2 2022, Sem 2 2023 |
MEDS2111 |
Bundoora Campus |
Postgraduate |
160H Medical Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2006, Sem 2 2007, Sem 2 2008, Sem 2 2009, Sem 2 2010, Sem 2 2011, Sem 2 2012, Sem 2 2013, Sem 2 2014, Sem 2 2015 |
MEDS2111 |
Bundoora Campus |
Postgraduate |
173H School of Health and Biomed |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2017 |
Course Coordinator: Frank Musso
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 4730
Course Coordinator Email: frank.musso@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 201.10.007B
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Required Prior Study
You should have satisfactorily completed following course/s before you commence this course.
Alternatively, you may be able to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge before you start this course.
Contact your course coordinator if you think you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning.
Course Description
Histopathology and Cytopathology are key disciplines of Anatomical Pathology. This course provides a sound understanding of histopathology and cytopathology as medical science disciplines. The role of diagnostic laboratories in the diagnosis of various disease states and inpatient care and management will be covered. This course facilitates students to develop understanding of the microscopic structure, organization and function of human cells and tissues in health and disease, and develop expertise in the techniques used for their microscopic study. It will also provide an introduction for the further systematic study of histopathology and cytopathology disciplines.
This course focuses on developing theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for histopathological techniques and cytological interpretation and diagnosis in a variety of specimens.
The key topics covered in this course are:
Histopathology: The principles and aims of histological preparation including technical faults, fixation of cells and tissues, processing of specimens, microtomy, staining via various routine and specialised methods for light microscopy, and the rationale and application of immunohistochemical staining.
Cytopathology: Accurate observation and detailed descriptions of cells in normal, benign/reactive and malignant conditions, and the principles of routine cytological preparation and staining techniques.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes for BP147 Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Laboratory Medicine):
- PLO 1. Analyse and synthesise complex information, concepts and theories relating to the practise of histopathology and cytopathology. Be able to apply this knowledge to problem solving and interpretive situations of diagnostic work
- PLO 2. Demonstrate technical capability with an acceptable level of competency and skill.
- PLO 3. Contribute to academic and professional work settings through responsible, self-managed, independent work, interpersonal skills which support constructive interactions with individuals and teams, and understand the ethical and legal framework that underpins the field of diagnostic pathology.
- PLO 4. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in practical examinations and in the write up of practical reports.
- PLO 5. Demonstrate the ability to reflect on experiences and identify technical and personal skill deficiencies which require further development.
Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Discuss and apply the regulatory and safety procedures for specimen reception, identification and handling in Anatomical Pathology.
- Explain and competently perform the current histopathology and cytopathology techniques applicable in a professional laboratory.
- Integrate theoretical knowledge and practical techniques to human disease and communicate this effectively.
- Critically identify and discuss quality control measures.
Overview of Learning Activities
You will be actively engaged in a range of learning activities such as lectorials, tutorials, practicals, laboratories, seminars, project work, class discussion, individual and group activities. Delivery may be face to face, online or a mix of both.
You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course.
Overview of Learning Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course.
There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1: In-semester Assessment
Weighting 40%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2, 3 & 4
Assessment Task 2: Mid-semester Multiple Choice Test
Weighting 20%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 3
Assessment Task 3: Final Practical Assessment
Weighting 20%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 3
Assessment Task 4: Final Case Study Theory Assessment
Weighting 20%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2, 3 & 4
If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.