Course Title: Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2021
Course Code: BIOL5241C
Course Title: Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4397 - Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
Course Contact: Rauha Quazi
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4277
Course Contact Email: rauha.quazi@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Renu Shankar
Nominal Hours: 100
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to recognise and interpret different types of biological test samples to direct the specimen to the correct laboratory for appropriate testing. It covers knowledge of anatomy to interpret histology samples and knowledge of physiology to interpret pathology samples. This unit applies to laboratory technicians who work in histology, microbiology, haematology and biochemistry.
The unit principally refers to human pathology but many aspects are relevant to veterinary pathology.
This unit of competency assumes that the laboratory technician would perform tests and procedures under the close supervision of scientific and/or medical staff. Although a supervisor may not always be present, the technician will follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) that clearly describe the scope of permitted practice in modifying testing procedures, interpretation of data and for communicating test results to people outside the laboratory
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSL954003 Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples |
Element: |
1. Work with information of body systems and organs |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Correctly identify the basic structure and main functions of human body systems 1.2 Correctly identify the basic structure and main function of organs within each body system 1.3 Use correct terminology to describe body systems and organs macroscopically 1.4 Identify broad streams of disease that effect body systems and organs |
Element: |
2. Work with information of tissues and cells |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Correctly identify basic microscopic structure and main function of tissue types 2.2 Correctly identify basic microscopic structure and main function of cells 2.3 Use correct terminology to describe tissue and cell types |
Element: |
3. Identify and direct test specimens |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Use knowledge of body systems, organs and tissues to confirm macroscopic appearance of fresh, fixed and treated biological test samples 3.2 Confirm macroscopic appearance of test sample matches test request 3.3 Direct test specimen to appropriate laboratory for dispatch |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities include:
Theory classes
Class discussions
Laboratory activities
Group work
Teaching Schedule
2021
Week |
WEEK |
Theory |
Lab |
Assessment |
12-Jul |
1 |
Intro to the course & Topic 1: Body Systems, Cells & Tissues |
THEORY (NO LAB) Topic 2: Integumentary System Topic 3: Skeletal System (Bones) |
|
19-Jul |
2 |
Topic 3 (cont): Skeletal System (Joints) Topic 4: Muscular System |
Lab 1 - Group 1 L21A-1, L21B-1, L21C-1
Integumentary & Skeletal Systems
|
AT2 & 3 |
26-Jul |
3 |
Topic 5: Cardiovascular System & Immune System |
Lab 1 - Group 2 L21A-2, L21B-2, L21C-2
Integumentary & Skeletal Systems |
AT2 & 3 |
2-Aug |
4 |
Topic 6: Path Labs & Terminology |
Lab 2 - Group 1 L21A-1, L21B-1, L21C-1
Muscular System & Cardiovascular System
|
AT2 & 3 |
9-Aug |
5 |
Topic 7: Respiratory System |
Lab 2 - Group 2 L21A-2, L21B-2, L21C-2
Muscular System & Cardiovascular System
|
AT2 & 3 |
16-Aug |
6 |
Topic 8: Digestive System |
Lab 3 - Group 1 L21A-1, L21B-1, L21C-1
Cardiovascular System |
AT2 & 3 |
23-Aug |
7 |
Topic 9: Urinary System |
Lab 3 - Group 2 L21A-2, L21B-2, L21C-2
Cardiovascular System |
AT1, 2 & 3
AT1 task due |
Mid semester Break | ||||
6-Sept |
8 |
Topic 10: Lymphatic System & Specimen Reception |
Lab 4 - Group 1 L21A-1, L21B-1, L21C-1
Respiratory System |
AT2 & 3 |
13-Sept |
9 |
Topic 11: Nervous System 1 |
Lab 4 - Group 2 L21A-2, L21B-2, L21C-2
Respiratory System |
AT2 & 3 |
20-Sept |
10 |
Topic 12: Nervous System 2 |
Lab 5 - Group 1 L21A-1, L21B-1, L21C-1
Urinary System |
AT2 & 3 |
27-Sept |
11 |
Specimen reception (Industry special) |
Lab 5 - Group 2 L21A-2, L21B-2, L21C-2
Urinary System |
AT2 |
4-Oct |
12 |
Topic 13: Endocrine System |
Lab 6 - Group 1 L21A-1, L21B-1, L21C-1
Nervous System 1
|
AT2 |
11-Oct |
13 |
Topic 14: Reproductive System |
Lab 6 - Group 2 L21A-2, L21B-2, L21C-2
Nervous System 1
|
AT2 & 3 |
18-Oct |
14 |
No Theory class |
Lab 7 – Both Groups (Staggered timings – TBA)
Nervous System 2 |
AT2 & 3 |
25-Oct |
15 |
Finalise results |
Catch up session |
|
1-Nov |
16 |
Finalise results |
Catch up session |
|
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessments may include observation of laboratory skills, portfolio of completed work, reports and quizzes
Assessment Tasks
| Assessment Task | When |
| AT1 - Knowledge Questions | Due week 7 |
|
AT2 - Practical Observation - Identify & direct test specimens (15 samples) |
Assessed each lab session |
|
AT3 - Practical Observation - Cell Types (10 samples) |
Assessed each lab session |
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
This course is graded in accordance with competency-based assessment
CA Competency Achieved
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
To pass the course you need achieve a satisfactory result for all assessments. Students may be given additional opportunities to demonstrate competence.
Late work that is submitted without an application for an extension (see below) 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 (http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension) at least 24 hours before the due date. The application should be emailed to the program Coordinator. Students requiring longer extensions must apply for SPECIAL CONSIDERATION.
• For missed assessments such as tests- you (& your doctor if you are sick) must fill out a special consideration form. This form must be lodged online with supporting evidence prior to, or within, 5 days of the scheduled time of the assessment http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
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