CLINICAL BIOMECHANICS IN PODIATRY
POD4CBP
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will develop your understanding of podiatric biomechanics and knowledge in orthotic theory. Authentic clinical cases and enquiry-based activities are used to develop your understanding of the role of podiatric biomechanics and orthotic therapy in commonly encountered conditions in the context of evidence-based practice. You will complete a program of practicums and start to develop a range of clinical skills that underpin the biomechanical management of the cases examined.
SchoolAllied Health, Human Services & Sport
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorDaniel Bonanno
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesYou will undertake a range of learning activities through synchronous and asynchronous learning activities, practical and written examinations, and will apply your knowledge and skills through participation in workshops.
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must have passed POD3PPB and be admitted in one of the following courses: HZHPOD,HZHPDB,HZHPDW,HZHPDM,HZHPDS - Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Podiatric Practice OR HZLLPP - Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Podiatric Practice Or admission in HMPOD, HMPODB - Master of Podiatric Practice
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
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
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDaniel Bonanno
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours 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* |
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One 30-minute clinical practicum examination | Practical demonstration | Individual | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
One 30-minute quiz | Quizzes | Individual | No | 20 | SILO2, SILO3 |
One 15-minute group presentation (5 minutes per student) | Oral presentation | Group | No | 30 | SILO2, SILO3 |
Participation in 20 hours of workshops across the semester. This contributes to the students ability to develop clinical skills for accreditation requirements. Hurdle assessment: 80% participation is the minimum requirement. | Practical demonstration | Individual | Yes | 0 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |