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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 gives students an appreciation of the achievements and rapid pace of development in medical genetics. It creates a case-based learning environment, linking daily situations in clinical genetics to the complex information available from human molecular genetics. In this way, medical genetics is made simple, attractive and real. Important examples of human genetic disorders are introduced and current strategies for diagnosis, treatment and prevention described. The unit concludes with an analysis of services available for families with genetic disorders.
Must have passed an (I/W) unit in {SCH1133}
Unit was previously coded {QST0049}
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 seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Lectures, with industry-based guest lecturers, and tutorials. Total unit time is 3 hours per week.
The student may volunteer to participate in work integrated learning for a minimum of 8 hours over the 13 week semester (weeks 1-13). The days and hours worked will be agreed to by the student and industry partner. A reflection is to be submitted for assessment once the volunteering has been completed. Alternatively, if this volunteering is not elected, students will meet and speak with clients, parents, careers and physiotherapists of a disability support group. Students will submit questions prior and write a reflection following the session for assessment. Students do not do both assessments, they elect to either volunteer for the work integrated learning or not.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Project | Genetic Disorder Information Brochure | 30% |
| Case Study | Genetic Disorder Industry Case Study | 30% |
| Examination | Theory Examination | 40% |
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 gives students an appreciation of the achievements and rapid pace of development in medical genetics. It creates a case-based learning environment, linking daily situations in clinical genetics to the complex information available from human molecular genetics. In this way, medical genetics is made simple, attractive and real. Important examples of human genetic disorders are introduced and current strategies for diagnosis, treatment and prevention described. The unit concludes with an analysis of services available for families with genetic disorders.
Must have passed SCH2226
Unit was previously coded {QST0049}
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Lectures, with industry-based guest lecturers, and tutorials. Total unit time is 3 hours per week. In tutorials, students will work in designated teams, preferably comprising diverse cultural perspectives, to discuss genetic disorders case studies. Each group will prepare and deliver a power point presentation on their findings to the class. Students will also work in pairs as volunteers for Genetic Disability Support Groups, to develop a better understanding of the nature and implications of genetic disorders.
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 | Mid semester test | 20% |
| Presentation | Student generated pamphlet on a genetic support group, working in groups of 3 or 4. | 20% |
| Practicum | Oral presentation on the experiences as a volunteer at a genetic support group or partake in reflection and questions of patients with genetic diseases and their support group. | 20% |
| Examination | Theory examination | 40% |
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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