Key facts
UNE unit code: BCHM341
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- Trimester 2 - On Campus
- Trimester 2 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
In an era of rapid change in biomedical science, this unit provides a theoretical understanding of clinical biochemistry principles, equipping you with knowledge and skills highly valued in diverse scientific and clinical contexts.
Focusing on the applications of biochemical tests for diagnosis, this unit combines work integrated learning with online study to understand when, why and how biochemical tests are carried out in clinical settings.
You will learn cutting-edge techniques and data analysis as practiced in a pathology laboratory environment.
Examining the biochemical and cellular basis of inherited and environmental diseases and cancer, you will also critique treatment and prevention strategies, and ethical and social issues.
You will extend your critical thinking and communication skills as you critique literature relevant to current issues in clinical biochemistry.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 2 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
| Trimester 2 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- apply a broad and coherent theoretical knowledge to describe and discuss the application of biochemical tests in human disease;
- apply a broad and coherent theoretical knowledge to describe and discuss the cell biology of human disease;
- display a broad understanding and appreciation of the ethical and social issues that arise in the context of clinical biochemistry;
- critically analyse and review the literature responsibly, to communicate clear and coherent arguments regarding issues in clinical biochemistry and cell biology; and
- apply knowledge and skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in responding to and solving problems in relation to clinical biochemistry and cell biology.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Case study. It is mandatory to submit this assessment. No. Words: 1500 |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Oral presentation. It is mandatory to complete this assessment during scheduled presentation time. |
| Assessment 3 | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Quiz No. Words: 1500 |
| Final Examination | Yes | 50% | All offerings | It is mandatory to pass this examination in order to pass this unit. |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Clinical Biochemistry
ISBN: 9780199674442
Ahmed, N., Oxford University Press 2nd ed. 2016
Text refers to: All offerings
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