pod3csf cutaneous science of the foot
CUTANEOUS SCIENCE OF THE FOOT
POD3CSF
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will develop their understanding of dermatology with respect to the foot and lower extremity. Students will complete a program of theoretical underpinnings of the area, supplemented with virtual experiences that are used to develop their understanding of dermatological conditions commonly encountered in podiatric practice.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMatthew Oates
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be enrolled in one of the following courses: HZLLPP - Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Podiatric Practice
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Podiatric dermatology PDF chapters | Prescribed | Discipline of Podiatry, 2015 | School of Allied Health |
| Readings | Dermatology: An Illustrated Coloured Text) | Preliminary | Gawkrodger, 2012 | Churchill Livingstone |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Use an evidence-based approach when assessing and diagnosing dermatological disorders of the lower extremity.
- Activities:
- Online lectures and images. Group discussions. Video interviews with experts.
02. Select and justify treatment(s) of dermatological disorders of the lower extremity.
- Activities:
- Online lectures and images. Group discussions. Video interviews with experts.
03. Create appropriate referrals to other health practitioners using professional language.
- Activities:
- Online lectures. Group discussions. Video interviews with experts.
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2017, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMatthew Oates
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.5 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Blended online material will be provided each week (equivalent of 2.5 hours per week).
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SeminarWeek: 43 - 43
One 6.0 hours seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 43 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Students will present group presentations during this scheduled seminar."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 30-min online test (equivalent to 500 words) | 20 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| 1,500 word individual essay plus a 10 minute group oral presentation (3 students per group) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One 90-minute written examination (equivalent to 1,500 words) | 40 | 01, 02 |