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SDDM5121: Integrated Life Sciences 2

Semester 2 Early, 2020 [Normal day] - Westmead, Sydney

This unit of study continues from semester one. Refer to semester one description.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Discipline of Oral Biosciences
Credit points 12
Prerequisites
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None
Corequisites
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SDDM5122 and SDDM5123 and SDDM5124
Prohibitions
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Munira Xaymardan, munira.xaymardan@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
In-semester test Haematology staged quiz assessment (for SDDM5121)
Written exam
7% - 1 hour
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2
In-semester test hurdle task Cardiology staged quiz assessment (for SDDM5121)
Written exam
7% - 1 hour
Outcomes assessed: LO3 LO4
In-semester test hurdle task Respiratory system staged quiz assessment (for SDDM5121)
Written exam
7% - 1 hour
Outcomes assessed: LO5 LO7 LO6
Final exam Semester 1 assessments
49% - 3 hours
Outcomes assessed: LO10
Final exam (Record+) Type B final exam hurdle task Integrated assessment 2 (for SDDM5121)
Written exam
30% Formal exam period 2 hours
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8 LO9
hurdle task = hurdle task ?
Type B final exam = Type B final exam ?

Assessment summary

  • Haematology staged quiz assessment (for SDDM5121): This assessment will cover material presented in the Haematology System Studies Block (Block 3).
  • Cardiology staged quiz assessment (for SDDM5121): This assessment will cover material presented in the Cardiovascular System Studies Block (Block 4).
  • Respiratory system staged quiz assessment (for SDDM5121): This assessment will cover material presented in the Respiratory System Studies Block (Block 5).
  • Integrated assessment 2 (for SDDM5121): This is a closed book examination covering material presented in the semester two system studies including Oral Biosciences, Haematology, Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems.
  • Semester 1 assessments (for SDDM5111): Refers to the marks gained in semester 1, including staged quiz assessments of mid semester quiz assessment, Oral Biosciences, Head and Neck Anatomy and Musculoskeletal System, as well as semester 2 integrated assessment. 

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

 

Distinction

75 - 84

 

Credit

65 - 74

 

Pass

50 - 64

 

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website  provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.  

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Mid-semester break 1. Respiratory: anatomy and function of the respiratory system; 2. OBS Online class (5 hr)  
1. Respiratory: anatomy and function of the respiratory system; 2. OBS Lecture (4 hr)  
1. Respiratory: anatomy and function of the respiratory system; 2. OBS Practical (1.5 hr)  
1. Respiratory: anatomy and function of the respiratory system; 2. OBS Tutorial (4.5 hr)  
Pre-semester 1. Haematology: red blood cells and anaemia; 2. OBS Online class (1 hr)  
1. Haematology: red blood cells and anaemia; 2. OBS Lecture (7.5 hr)  
1. Haematology: red blood cells and anaemia; 2. OBS Tutorial (3 hr)  
Week -01 1. Haematology: blood infections; 2. OBS Online class (2 hr)  
1. Haematology: blood infections; 2. OBS Lecture (4 hr)  
1. Haematology: blood infections; 2. OBS Practical (1.5 hr)  
1. Haematology: blood infections; 2. OBS Tutorial (3 hr)  
Week -02 1. Haematology: white blood cells and haematological malignancy; 2. OBS Lecture (3.5 hr)  
1. Haematology: white blood cells and haematological malignancy; 2. OBS Tutorial (4.5 hr)  
Week -03 1. Haematology: platelets and haemostasis; 2. OBS Online class (2 hr)  
1. Haematology: platelets and haemostasis; 2. OBS Lecture (4 hr)  
1. Haematology: platelets and haemostasis; 2. OBS Practical (1.5 hr)  
1. Haematology: platelets and haemostasis; 2. OBS Tutorial (3 hr)  
Week 02 1. Cardiology: cardiac anatomy and function; 2. OBS Online class (6 hr)  
1. Cardiology: cardiac anatomy and function; 2. OBS Lecture (1 hr)  
1. Cardiology: cardiac anatomy and function; 2. OBS Practical (3 hr)  
1. Cardiology: cardiac anatomy and function; 2. OBS Tutorial (1.5 hr)  
Week 03 1. Cardiology: ischemic heart disease; 2. OBS Online class (4 hr)  
1. Cardiology: ischemic heart disease; 2. OBS Lecture (2 hr)  
1. Cardiology: ischemic heart disease; 2. OBS Practical (1.5 hr)  
1. Cardiology: ischemic heart disease; 2. OBS Tutorial (3 hr)  
Week 04 1. Cardiology: hypertension; 2. OBS Online class (4 hr)  
1. Cardiology: hypertension; 2. OBS Lecture (2 hr)  
1. Cardiology: hypertension; 2. OBS Tutorial (3 hr)  
Week 05 1. Cardiology: valvular heart diseases; 2. OBS Online class (4 hr)  
1. Cardiology: valvular heart diseases; 2. OBS Lecture (2 hr)  
1. Cardiology: valvular heart diseases; 2. OBS Practical (1.5 hr)  
1. Cardiology: valvular heart diseases; 2. OBS Tutorial (4.5 hr)  
Week 06 1. Cardiology: heart failure; 2. OBS Online class (2 hr)  
1. Cardiology: heart failure; 2. OBS Lecture (4 hr)  
1. Cardiology: heart failure; 2. OBS Tutorial (3 hr)  
Week 09 1. Respiratory: asthma; 2. OBS Online class (5 hr)  
1. Respiratory: asthma; 2. OBS Practical (1.5 hr)  
1. Respiratory: asthma; 2. OBS Tutorial (3 hr)  
Week 10 1. Respiratory: COPD; 2. OBS Online class (6 hr)  
1. Respiratory: COPD; 2. OBS Lecture (1 hr)  
1. Respiratory: COPD; 2. OBS Practical (1.5 hr)  
1. Respiratory: COPD; 2. OBS Tutorial (3 hr)  
Week 11 1. Respiratory: interstitial lung disease and infection; 2. OBS Online class (5 hr)  
1. Respiratory: interstitial lung disease and infection; 2. OBS Lecture (5 hr)  
1. Respiratory: interstitial lung disease and infection; 2. OBS Tutorial (4.5 hr)  

Attendance and class requirements

  • Attendance: Attendance is a professional responsibility required of all students admitted to academic programs within the Sydney Dental School. All programs in the Sydney Dental School have a 90% attendance policy, for all compulsory components of Units of Study, as detailed in the Faculty of Dentistry Attendance Provisions 2015. This includes all clinical and practical sessions. The course requirements cannot be satisfied if more than 10% of any section of a course is missed for any reason.

  • Professionalism: Students in all Sydney Dental School programs are subject to the Faculty of Medicine and Health Professionalism Requirements 2019 and the Faculty of Medicine and Health Professionalism Provisions 2019. Professionalism is an essential component of developing competency to practice. It is important for students to demonstrate professional behaviour in all contexts and environments. In accordance with these local provisions: candidates who demonstrate serious or repeated unprofessional behaviour may be required to show cause as to why their enrolment should be continued. Failure to show cause may result in exclusion from the course.

     

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 12 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 240-300 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. understand biomedical sciences and pharmacotherapeutics in relation to oral health and haematological disorders
  • LO2. describe the aetiology, pathophysiology and clinical features of common and important presentations in haematology
  • LO3. use the professional terminology to describe the anatomy and histology of the normal heart and vascular structures and circulatory function in adults (change from foetal circulation). Describe the function of the heart’s pumping function (contractility and cardiac output) and how the conductive system regulates the rhythm of the heart
  • LO4. describe the features of aetiology (e.g. risk factors), pathophysiology, signs and symptoms and sequelae of major cardiac diseases, including ischemic heart disease, hypertension, cardiac failure, cardiomyopathy and valvular diseases. Know the basic steps of emergency management of the cardiac events and guidelines of antibiotic prophylaxis; understand the implications of the ant-hypertensive drugs in dental practice
  • LO5. identify the major anatomical structure and histology of the respiratory system and the airways. Explain the mechanism of breathing and gas exchange including mechanisms in maintaining the acid-base balance of the blood
  • LO6. describe common signs and symptoms of respiratory problems: coughing, wheezing, sneezing, dyspnoea, haemoptysis, cyanosis. Understand pathophysiology of asthma, COPD and major interstitial diseases, principle management and the management of asthma
  • LO7. explain tobacco addiction and the mechanisms of tobacco related carcinogenesis, and the effects of smoking on lung diseases.
  • LO8. have a detailed knowledge in microbiology and histopathology of oral infections (pulp, jaw and periodontal infections), understand the pathophysiology of cystic lesions
  • LO9. detailed concept of physical, chemical and biological properties of the dental materials. understand the properties and applications of impression materials, dental amalgam, and metal alloys.
  • LO10. covered in SDDM 5111

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

No changes have been made since this unit was last offered

Work, health and safety

Students must comply with work health and safety, infection control and dress standard policies of all laboratories, placement sites and Local Health Districts (LHDs).

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