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 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.
- 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 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 |