CUTANEOUS SCIENCE OF THE FOOT

POD3CSF

2016

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.

School: School of Allied Health

Credit points: 15

Subject Co-ordinator: Matthew Oates

Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes

Subject year level: Year Level 3 - UG

Exchange Students: Yes

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-requisites: N/A

Incompatible subjects: N/A

Equivalent subjects: N/A

Special conditions: N/A

Learning resources

Readings

Resource TypeTitleResource RequirementAuthor and YearPublisher
ReadingsPodiatric dermatology PDF chaptersPrescribedDiscipline of Podiatry, 2015School of Allied Health
ReadingsDermatology: An Illustrated Coloured Text)PreliminaryGawkrodger, 2012Churchill 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.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups)
Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)

02. Select and justify treatment(s) of dermatological disorders of the lower extremity.

Activities:
Online lectures and images. Group discussions. Video interviews with experts.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups)
Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)

03. Create appropriate referrals to other health practitioners using professional language.

Activities:
Online lectures. Group discussions. Video interviews with experts.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)

Melbourne, 2016, Semester 2, Online

Overview

Online enrolment: Yes

Maximum enrolment size: N/A

Enrolment information:

Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Matthew 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 on-line packages will be provided each week (equivalent of 2 hours per week)."

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 elementComments%ILO*
One 30-min online test (equivalent to 500 words)2001, 02, 03
1,500-word individual essay plus a 10 minute group oral presentation (3 students per group)4001, 02
One 90-minute written examination (equivalent to 1,500 words)4001, 02