pod4ofl orthotic management of the foot and lower limb
ORTHOTIC MANAGEMENT OF THE FOOT AND LOWER LIMB
POD4OFL
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will develop their understanding of orthotic theory. Authentic clinical cases and enquiry-based activities are used to develop the student's understanding of the role of orthotic therapy in the management of commonly encountered conditions in the context of evidence-based practice. Students will complete a program of online activities and face-face practicums and start to develop a range of clinical skills that underpin the orthotic management of the cases examined.
SchoolAllied Health, Human Services & Sport (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAdam Bird
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must have passed POD3PPB and be enrolled in HZLLPP
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyEnrolment accepted until quota reached
Quota-conditions or rulesEnrolments accepted until quota is reached.
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Intended Learning Outcomes
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size120
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAdam Bird
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
Six 2.00 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
students attend alternate weeks
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
Six 2.00 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
students attend alternate weeks
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
One 30-minute clinical practicum examinationExamination period assessment | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
One 45-minute quizEarly/mid-semester assessment | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
One group presentation (1,500 words per student)Late/mid-semester assessment | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO3 |