FOUNDATIONS OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE
MED1BSF
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Foundations in Biomedical Science introduces students to fundamental concepts for their future studies in biomedical science. These include the evidence-based and evolving nature of biomedical science and the important role of data in its evolution. You will be encouraged to develop skills in quantitative literacy and apply those skills to solve problems. Topics covered will include the emergence of evidence-based medicine, quantitative units in a biological context, conventions in describing and presenting data and an introduction to using data to solve problems. You will also establish an e-portfolio to encourage development of metacognition and reflection as they develop as biomedical scientists.
SchoolMolecular Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJodie Young
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted in one of the following course codes: SBMD or SBMB or SBSCW (Biomedical science major) or SBMMW or SBMMB or SBMW or LZCBM or LWLBM
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
Readings
Essential Skills for Science and Technology
Resource TypeRecommended
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorPeter Zeegers, Kate Deller-Evans, Sandra Egege, Christopher Klinger.
Year2011
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PublisherOxford Univeristy Press
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Foundations of Biomedical Science
Resource TypeRecommended
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AuthorJulian Pakay
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
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WBL addtional requirementsN/A
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Albury-Wodonga, 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCathryn Hogarth
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 10
One 1.00 h lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 10 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.00 h unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 x 5 minute online quizzes (800 words equiv) 3% each - formative assessment as part of the blended learning cycle supporting transition between on-line activities and face to face workshops | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Reflective ePortfolio (1000 words equiv) students will be encouraged to establish an e-portfolio that they can maintain throughout their degree and encourages reflective learning practices | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO2 |
| 2 hour written end of semester examination | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO3 |
| 10 min team poster presentation (200 words per student) Approx. 4 students per group | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO4, SILO5 |
Bendigo, 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNivan Weerakkody
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 10
One 1.00 h lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 10 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.00 h unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 x 5 minute online quizzes (800 words equiv) 3% each - formative assessment as part of the blended learning cycle supporting transition between on-line activities and face to face workshops | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Reflective ePortfolio (1000 words equiv) students will be encouraged to establish an e-portfolio that they can maintain throughout their degree and encourages reflective learning practices | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO2 |
| 2 hour written end of semester examination | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO3 |
| 10 min team poster presentation (200 words per student) Approx. 4 students per group | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO4, SILO5 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJodie Young
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 10
One 1.00 h lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 10 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.00 h unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 x 5 minute online quizzes (800 words equiv) 3% each - formative assessment as part of the blended learning cycle supporting transition between on-line activities and face to face workshops | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Reflective ePortfolio (1000 words equiv) students will be encouraged to establish an e-portfolio that they can maintain throughout their degree and encourages reflective learning practices | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO2 |
| 2 hour written end of semester examination | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO3 |
| 10 min team poster presentation (200 words per student) Approx. 4 students per group | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO4, SILO5 |