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BMSC5001: Clinical Laboratory Science
2025 unit information
There is growing demand in the medical research and health industries for graduates with the skills to understand and use a range of techniques and technologies, to interpret medical and research data, and to translate scientific and laboratory findings into clinical practice. By undertaking this unit of study you will hone and expand your skills and knowledge in analytical and clinical laboratory techniques that apply to a range of specialisations and workplace settings, including hospital, forensic and veterinary biotechnology laboratories and clinics, industrial research and medical biotechnology laboratories. Your learning will take place in state-of-the-art teaching laboratories utilising techniques and equipment relevant to your chosen area of specialisation. The skills you learn will equip you with the methods and theoretical underpinings of tools required in the analysis, detection, diagnosis, treatment and research of disease across a range of settings.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Medicine and Health
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Department of Medical Sciences |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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None |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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BMSC5901 |
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Demonstrate proficiency in relevant biomedical laboratory techniques and standards and work safely in a modern laboratory environment
- LO2. Select and justify appropriate approaches, assays, techniques and protocols to address a specific biomedical need
- LO3. Analyse and interpret data using a variety of specialised digital and analytical tools
- LO4. Assess the reliability of existing methods and validate new experimental assay designs
- LO5. Modify existing, and develop new, approaches to improve upon current techniques and practices
- LO6. Communicate using professional formats and standards for specialist audiences
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Semester 1 2025
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Normal day | Westmead, Sydney | |
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Semester 2 2025
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Normal day | Westmead, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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