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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit will develop an understanding of pathophysiological and epidemiological factors associated with public health issues. The influence of antibiotics, tobacco and illicit drug use, alcohol consumption, physical inactivity, pollution and occupational hazards will be used to illustrate the relationship between personal and environmental risk factors on public health. The mechanism of cancer development will also be investigated along with the identification of prevention and treatment strategies. Immunological principles will also be reviewed particularly those relating to immunity and immunisation.
Students must pass NSC2203.
Only students studying courses C33, Y61, Y76, Y19 or Y79 can enrol in this unit.
Unit was previously coded NMS3201.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 3 hour lecture | Not Offered | 13 x 1 hour lecture |
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | 13 x 2 hour tutorial |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 3 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
Learning materials are delivered in blended mode and students complete weekly pre-workshop interactive learning activities. Online students participate in the unit via Blackboard and online communication tools. Weekly content including readings, audio-visual and online materials and learning activities are completed in preparation for tutorial sessions and are used to demonstrate theoretical principles in practice.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Assessed Quiz | 20% |
| Assignment | Assignment | 30% |
| Examination | End of Semester Examination | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Assessed Quiz | 20% |
| Assignment | Assignment | 30% |
| Examination | End of Semester Examination | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit will develop an understanding of pathophysiological and epidemiological factors associated with public health issues. The influence of antibiotics, tobacco and illicit drug use, alcohol consumption, physical inactivity, pollution and occupational hazards will be used to illustrate the relationship between personal and environmental risk factors on public health. The mechanism of cancer development will also be investigated along with the identification of prevention and treatment strategies. Immunological principles will also be reviewed particularly those relating to immunity and immunisation.
Students must pass NSC2203.
Only students studying courses C33, Y61, Y76, Y19 or Y79 can enrol in this unit.
Unit was previously coded NMS3201.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 3 hour lecture | Not Offered | 13 x 1 hour lecture |
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | 13 x 2 hour tutorial |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 3 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
Learning materials are delivered in blended mode and students complete weekly pre-workshop interactive learning activities. Online students participate in the unit via Blackboard and online communication tools. Weekly content including readings, audio-visual and online materials and learning activities are completed in preparation for tutorial sessions and are used to demonstrate theoretical principles in practice.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Assessed Quiz | 20% |
| Assignment | Assignment | 30% |
| Examination | End of Semester Examination | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Assessed Quiz | 20% |
| Assignment | Assignment | 30% |
| Examination | End of Semester Examination | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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