hcs2ihb introduction to hearing
INTRODUCTION TO HEARING AND BALANCE: EMBRYOLOGY, GENETICS AND EPIDEMIOLOGY
HCS2IHB
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
The auditory and vestibular systems develop early during embryonic life. The development is governed by genetic factors, as well as environmental, and individual considerations. The second part of the subject will address the epidemiology of hearing and balance pathology. The information will be essential for audiologists engaging in hearing and balance assessment and management.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorBojana Sarkic
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must be enrolled in the Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Clinical Audiology (HZHCCA) or the Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Clinical Audiology (HZHCAU)
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 | Balance function assessment and management | Recommended | Jacobson GP and Shepard, NT 2008 | PLURAL PUBLISHING. |
| Readings | Ballantyne's deafness | Recommended | Graham, J 2009 | WILEY, LONDON. |
| Readings | Principles of physiology | Recommended | Berne, R and Levy, M 2000 | MOSBY, ST LOUIS. |
| Readings | Review of medical physiology | Recommended | Ganong, W 2001 | MCGRAW HILL, NEW YORK. |
| Readings | Text book of audiological medicine | Recommended | Luxon, L 2003 | TAYLOR AND FRANCIS. |
| Readings | Textbook of tinnitus | Recommended | Tyler, R 2000 | TAYLOR AND FRANCIS. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. The basic principles of the embryology of the audio-vestibular system. You will be able to: a. Understand the basics of the embryology of conception and the early development of the embryo; b. Understand the formation of the otic capsule and the differentiation of the audio-vestibular system.
- Activities:
- Lecture and workshop classes; Written exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Discipline Specific Competencies(Discipline Specific Competencies)
02. Genetic and early onset hearing loss are common pathologies audiologists encounter during their professional career. You will be able to: a. Understand the basic principles of the human DNA, chromosomes and the rules of inheritance; b. Recognise the causes of genetic, congenital and developmental hearing loss at an introductory level; c. Understand the genetics of balance and equilibrium in early life.
- Activities:
- Lecture and workshop classes; Written exam; Presentation assessment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Discipline Specific Competencies(Discipline Specific Competencies)
03. The epidemiological data on hearing loss and balance problems. You will be able to: a. Understand the principles of epidemiology and distribution of hearing loss in the population; b. Recognise the burden of tinnitus in the population; c. Understand the distribution of balance problems in the population.
- Activities:
- Lecture and workshop classes; Written exam; In class participation in case scenario.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline Specific Competencies(Discipline Specific Competencies)
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2016, Week 49-51, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size50
Enrolment information Resources Internal
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorBojana Sarkic
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 49 - 49
One 5.0 days block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 49 to week 49 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Subject delivered over five full days (9am-5pm) of lectures and small group workshops during week 49 (2-6 Dec)."
TutorialWeek: 49 - 49
Two 1.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 49 to week 49 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Two 1-hour tutorials before the exam for reflection and revision."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz | 30 | 01, 02 | |
| One 10-minute presentation | 20 | 02 | |
| One 60-minute written exam | 50 | 01, 02, 03 |