Course Title: Perform haematological tests
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2010
Course Code: ONPS5204C
Course Title: Perform haematological tests
School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5182 - Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing)
Course Contact: Gwen Macdonald
Course Contact Phone: 9925 4283
Course Contact Email: gwen.macdonald@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 130
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
ONPS5202 Perform biological procedures
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: |
PMLTEST502B Perform haematological tests |
Element: |
Maintain a safe environment |
Performance Criteria: |
Use established safe work practices and personal protective equipment to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel |
Element: |
Maintain laboratory records |
Performance Criteria: |
Make entries on report forms or into computer systems, accurately recording or transcribing required data as required |
Element: |
Perform tests |
Performance Criteria: |
Select authorised tests that are indicated for the requested investigations |
Element: |
Process samples and associated request details |
Performance Criteria: |
Sort specimens according to tests requested, urgent status and volume |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Laboratory classes (simulation of pathology laboratory) and tutorials
Quizzes and worksheets
Teaching Schedule
DATE | TOPIC | COMMENTS |
Feb 9th | Introduction to Haematology. Review of OH&S. Blood collection NATA requirements |
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Feb 16th | Types of cells. Laboratory documentation. Automated counts and blood films | |
Feb 23rd | Red cells and parameters. PCV. Blood films and staining .ESR SOP requirements |
In class quiz |
March 2nd | WBC FBE Operation of the Coulter |
Prac report to be written up from this session |
March 9th | Automated count. FBE protocols Platelet count |
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March 16th | Lab procedures/NATA requirements Coulter |
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March 23rd | Review of automation.Case study |
In class quiz Assignment set |
March 30th | Practical Assessment-making and staining film | |
APRIL 6th | NO CLASSES -EASTER BREAK | |
April 13th | Mid Semester Tests | |
April 20th | Introduction to clotting tests. Patient manual tests including PT | |
April 27th | Patient manual tests 2 PT APTT Automatic testing Stago speaker |
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May 4th | Automation 2 patients. Patient history/ | In class quiz |
May 11th | Automation with anomaly 2 patients | Prac report to be written up from this session |
May 18th | Fibrinolysis testing. DDimer | |
May 25th |
Question sheets QC of coagulation procedures |
In class quiz |
June 1st |
Review & tutorial Prac assessment completion |
Automation Prac will be assessed ongoing during term 2 and at end as necessary |
June 8th | End of Semester Tests | |
June 15th | Additional testing if required | |
June 21 - July 9th | MID YEAR HOLIDAYS | |
July 13th | FBE protocols. Lab workflow procedures Question sheet | |
July 20th | Intro to anaemia.Parameters. Case studies | In class quiz |
July 27th | Iron deficiency anaemia | |
Aug 3rd | Megaloblastic anaemia | |
Aug 10th | NNA Deficiency test | In class quiz |
Aug 17th | Haemolytic anaemias 1 Reticulocytes | |
Aug 24th | Haemolysis 2 | |
Aug 31st | Mid semester tests | |
Sept 7th | Haemolysis 3 | In class quiz |
Sept14th |
Infectious diseases - Bacterial Practical assessment--film assessment and recording |
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Sept 21st | MID SEMESTER HOLIDAYS | |
Sept 28th | Infectious diseases - Viral | |
Oct 5th | Leukemias - acute and chronic | In class quiz |
Oct 12th | Platelet disorders,Polycythemia |
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Oct 19th | Effects of splenectomy Practical Assessment -final |
Oct 26th | Revision of Semester’s work | |
Nov 1st | End of Semester Exams | |
Nov 8th | Additional testing if required |
Students must ensure they are available to attend this week if required |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessments for this course typically consist of:
• Class activities
• Assignments
• Presentations
• Exam
Assessment Tasks
Log book
Must be signed by teacher at the end of each class and handed in at the end of each term on day of test
20%
Assignments
Term 2
Automation assignment set 19/4 due 3/5
Term 3 Parameters assignment set 6/9 due 27/9,
20%
Tests
Semester 1 , Week 17
Semester 2 , Week 16
20%
Portfolio of in class quizzes
8 per year
Only best 4 scores used in final grade
20%
Practical Reports
Term 1,2
20%
Prac assessment
End of Term 1 (30/3) Ongoing during term 2 and finalised 1/6
Term 3 (13/9) Term 4 ( 19/10) Competent/Not Yet Competent
Additional Requirements
All assessment tasks must be passed to pass the subject.
80% of all practical sessions must be attended to pass the subject
Observation of student using Standard Operating Procedures and complying with all OHS requirements during practical work is necessary to be competent
Submission of work & late work-Students are required to submit work on the due date at the School Office using the cover sheets provided. The work will only be accepted through the School Office and you will receive a receipt which you should keep as proof of submission. Students must NOT submit work directly to the teacher.
Late submission of work will incur a penalty of 5% of the maximum mark per day unless Special Consideration is applied for in writing using the required form. Marks can be deducted until the minimum pass mark is reached, after which no further marks will be deducted. Work will not be accepted more than 1 week after the due date.
Special Consideration- Any student who, because of illness or other circumstances beyond their control, has been prevented from attending a test, or whose performance in a test was affected by illness or other circumstances beyond their control may apply for Special Consideration. This must be done within 48 hours of the missed assessment/ assignment by lodging the appropriate form (available at the 6th floor office) with medical certificate or other supporting documentation at the Reception Office on Level 6, Building 51. Note: It is the policy of the School of Life and Physical Sciences NOT to AUTOMATICALLY PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTARY OR DEFERRED EXAMS. You will be advised of the outcome of your application for Special Consideration. The taking of Annual Leave does NOT constitute grounds for special consideration.
Attendance Requirements- Student must attend 80% of practical classes to pass. Practical exercises will be chosen for presentation as formal reports. If they are not satisfactory, you will be given an opportunity to resubmit. If you are absent from a session nominated for a formal report and you have applied for special consideration, it is your responsibility to negotiate a replacement report with the teacher. You MUST submit the number of required reports in order to pass the subject.
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.
Assessment Matrix
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