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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:
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% |
| Case Study | Conduct an in-depth analysis of a selected genetic disorder | 20% |
| Practicum | As a volunteer for a genetic disorder support group or do a 30 min presentation on a support group a | 20% |
| Examination | Theory examination | 40% |
^ Mandatory reference
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 an (I/W) unit in {SCH1133}
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% |
| Case Study | Conduct an in-depth analysis of a selected genetic disorder | 20% |
| Practicum | As a volunteer for a genetic disorder support group or do a 30 min presentation on a support group a | 20% |
| Examination | Theory examination | 40% |
^ Mandatory reference
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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