SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE B
DEN1SKB
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will explore microbiology (bacteriology, mycology and virology) and immunology, gaining foundation knowledge for future study in both general and oral health. You will examine dental caries and periodontal disease are examined in terms of their aetiology, pathogenesis and classification.
SchoolLa Trobe Rural Health School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJeremy Graham
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Admission into HHDSB or Admission into HBOHSB and DEN1SKA
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Microbiology and Infection Control for Health Professionals
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorLee and Bishop
Year2012
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherPearson
ISBNN/A
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Chapter/issueN/A
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Oral Microbiology
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorMarsh and Martin
Year2009
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherChurchill Livingstone
ISBNN/A
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Chapter/issueN/A
URLN/A
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Dental caries and its clinical management
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorFejerskov and Kidd
Year2008
Edition/Volume2nd ed
PublisherBlackwell Munksgaard
ISBNN/A
Chapter/article titleN/A
Chapter/issueN/A
URLN/A
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Essential Microbiology for Dentistry
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorSamaranayake and Lakshaman
Year2011
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherChurchill Livingstone
ISBNN/A
Chapter/article titleN/A
Chapter/issueN/A
URLN/A
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Human Anatomy and Physiology
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorMarieb and Hoehn
Year2013
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherPearson
ISBNN/A
Chapter/article titleN/A
Chapter/issueN/A
URLN/A
Other descriptionN/A
Source locationN/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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Bendigo, 2021, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJeremy Graham
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 32 - 40
Five 2.00 hours laboratory class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 32 to week 40 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 30 - 42
Thirteen 2.00 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
SeminarWeek: 41 - 43
Two 4.00 hours seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 41 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Group presentations
TutorialWeek: 30 - 42
Six 1.00 hour tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 30 - 42
Four 2.00 hours unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3 x 20 min Online quizzes-(1000 words equivalent)Three online multiple-choice quizzes to assess content delivered in class and online for previous three weeks. Feedback provided in a way that enables students to understand gaps in their knowledge prior to skills assessment and written examination. Opportunity for discussion of feedback will be provided. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
20-minute multimedia presentation (1000 words equivalent)Students will use an inquiry research approach to develop a multimedia presentation to explain one of the core concepts taught within the subject. Students nominate target audience (Peers/consumers/customers/patients/academics) and are assessed on their capacity to explain complex ideas appropriately. | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO5 |
2 hour written examination 2000 words equivalent)This short answer exam will assess all content for the year. Students will be expected to draw together their understanding of the topic to answer high level questions. | N/A | N/A | No | 45 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |