Course Title: Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2022

Course Code: BIOL5241C

Course Title: Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples

School: 535T Social Care and Health

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5388 - Diploma of Laboratory Technology

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

renu.shankar@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 100

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

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.

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

Students are expected to participate actively in all learning activities that include:

- pre-class preparation using the video/interactive resources provided

- discussions and quizzes in class to review the topic

- working independently and in groups to identify biological specimens in the lab

Teaching Schedule

Note: While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources. Syllabus is also subject to changing pending pandemic conditions and RMIT & government safety advise
     

Thursdays/Fridays	WEEK	Theory	Lab	Assessment
10 & 11-Feb	1	Overview to course & Topic 1a: Cells	NO LAB - Theory class   Topic 1b: Tissues
17 & 18-Feb	2	Topic 2a: Medical Terminology	NO LAB - Theory class   Topic 2b: Biological Specimens & Pathology Labs
24 & 25-Feb	3	Topic 3: Integumentary System	Lab 1 Cells (Skin & Fat cells)	AT3
3 & 4-March	4	Topic 4: Skeletal System	Lab 2 Skeletal System (Femur & Bone Tissue)	AT2 & 3
10 & 11-March	5	Topic 5: Muscular System	Lab 3 Muscular System (Skeletal, Smooth & Cardiac muscles)	AT2 & 3
17 & 18-March	6	Topic 6: Cardiovascular System - Part 1 (Heart & Blood vessels)	Lab 4 Cardiovascular System - Part 1 (Heart & BP activity)	AT2
24 & 25-March	7	Topic 7: Cardiovascular System - Part 2 (Blood & blood cells)	Lab 5 Cardiovascular System - Part 2 (Blood & blood cells)	AT2 & 3
31 Mar & 1-April	8	Topic 8: Respiratory System	Lab 6 Respiratory System (Lung & Sputum)	AT2
7 & 8-April	9	Topic 9: Lymphatic & Immune Systems	Catch up lab	AT3: Questions
14 & 15-April	10a	EASTER BREAK
21 & 22-April	10b	Topic 10: Digestive System	Lab 7 Digestive System (Liver, Saliva & Goblet cells)	AT2 & 3   AT1: Knowledge Questions
28 & 29-April	11	Topic 11: Urinary System	Lab 8 Urinary System (Kidney dissection & Urine)	AT2
5 & 6-May	12	Topic 12: Nervous System	Lab 9 Nervous System 1 (Brain, CSF & Nerve cells)	AT2 & 3
12 & 13-May	13	Topic 13: Endocrine System	Lab 10 Nervous System - Senses	AT2: Questions
19 & 20-May	14	Topic 14: Reproductive System	TBD
26 & 27-May	15	Finalise results	TBD
2 & 3-Jun	16	Finalise results	Catch up lab

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

None (Learning material provided on Canvas)

References

This is an useful resource to assist with your learning: Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology by Elaine Marieb and Suzanne Keller. You are advised to look on Canvas for ongoing updated information

Other Resources

Overview of Assessment

Assessments may include

observation of laboratory skills,

portfolio of completed work,

reports

quizzes

Assessment Tasks

To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard.

You will receive feedback from the teacher within given time-frame (usually within two weeks of assessment submission) of each assessment task. You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates

To successfully complete this course you need to be satisfactory in all of the following assessments:

Assessment Task	When
AT1 - Knowledge Questions	Due week 9
AT2 - Practical Observation - Identify & direct test specimens (15 samples)	Assessed  each lab session
AT3 - Practical Observation - Cell Types (10 samples)	Assessed  each lab session

You will be given two attempts for each assessment to demonstrate the required skills. A third attempt can only be offered after discussions between teacher and the Program Coordinator and is not automatic.

Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required. 

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

Attendance: 

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully. 
 
Information about your studies: 

You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc. 
 https://www.rmit.edu.au/students 

Extensions of time for submission of assessable work:

If you are prevented from submitting an assessment on time by circumstances outside your control you may apply for an extension of up to seven (7) calendar days in writing (email) to your Program Coordinator one working day BEFORE the due date. Eligibility criteria for application and the form is available from the link: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work

Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration.
Special consideration:
If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g. test, examination, oral, etc.), you may submit an application for special consideration within 5 working days of the due date. If special consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a later date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration or speak to your Program Coordinator.

Academic Integrity & Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is the presentation of the work, idea or creation of another person as though it is your own. It is a form of cheating and is a very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University. Plagiarised material can be drawn from, and presented in, written, graphic and visual form, including electronic data and oral presentation. Plagiarism occurs when the origin of the material used is not appropriately cited. It also occurs through enabling plagiarism, which is the act of assisting or allowing another person to plagiarise or to copy your own work. Please make sure you consider this carefully in completing all your work and assessments in this course and if you are unsure about whether you might have plagiarised, seek help from your teacher.

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