| Semester 2, 2021 External | |
| Short Description: | Histopathology and Cytology 1 |
| Units : | 1 |
| Faculty or Section : | Faculty of Health, Engineering and Sciences |
| School or Department : | School of Health and Wellbeing |
| Student contribution band : | Band 2 |
| ASCED code : | 060113 - Pathology |
| Grading basis : | Graded |
Staffing
Examiner:
Requisites
Pre-requisite: BIO1103
Rationale
Medical laboratory scientists trained in histology and cytology generate and interpret clinical data by examining human tissues and cells for evidence of disease. The process of preparing specimens such as tissue sections or films of cells exposes students to a range of routine and specialised laboratory tests that enable microscopic differentiation between normal and abnormal conditions. This course builds on the foundational knowledge and understanding provided in first year Pathology courses and will provide the necessary training required to process tissue samples for Histological examination
The course will prepare students for their first Clinical Pathology Placement in a histopathology department of a clinical pathology laboratory.
Synopsis
This course provides students with an opportunity to further their theoretical knowledge and practical skills with a focus on laboratory assessment and interpretation of pathological changes detected in specimens of human tissues and cells. Students will augment their theoretical knowledge with practical training in the use of manual and automated systems such as preparation of tissue sections, slide films, routine and specialised staining methods, as well the application of advancing immunohistochemical procedures.
The course contains a mandatory residential school.
Objectives
On completion of this course students should be able to:
- Describe normal and abnormal human cell, tissue and organ structure;
- Perform the basic protocols for fixing and staining tissues for histological and cytological examination using light and electron microscopy;
- Perform basic protocols for collecting, fixing and preparing cells for microscopic examination;
- Examine how certain diseases can be diagnosed using histological and cytological methods;
- Outline safe laboratory practices as well as the professional and ethical responsibilities associated with working in a clinical histology or cytology laboratory.
Topics
| Description | Weighting(%) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | The essentials of the pathological process in human disease. | 10.00 |
| 2. | Principles and practice of histological methods in diagnosis of disease. | 40.00 |
| 3. | Principles and practice of cytological methods in diagnosis of disease | 30.00 |
| 4. | Histopathology and cytology case study analysis and presentation | 20.00 |
Text and Materials
ALL textbooks and materials available to be purchased can be sourced from (unless otherwise stated). (https://omnia.usq.edu.au/textbooks/?year=2021&sem=02&subject1=BIO2216)
Please for alternative purchase options from USQ Bookshop. (https://omnia.usq.edu.au/info/contact/)
Reference Materials
Student Workload Expectations
| Activity | Hours |
|---|---|
| Assessments | 20.00 |
| Online Lectures | 26.00 |
| Online Tutorials | 13.00 |
| Private Study | 82.00 |
| Residential Schools | 24.00 |
Assessment Details
| Description | Marks out of | Wtg (%) | Due Date | Objectives Assessed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | 20 | 20 | 13 Jul 2021 | 1,2,3 | (see note 1) |
| Laboratory Report | 20 | 20 | 13 Jul 2021 | 2,3,4 | (see note 2) |
| Open Examination - Online | 60 | 60 | End S2 | 1,2,3,4 | (see note 3) |
Notes
- Examiner will advise due dates for Essay.
- Examiner will advise due dates for Laboratory Report.
- This will be an online exam. Students will be provided further instruction regarding the exam by their course examiner via StudyDesk. The examination date will be available via UConnect when the Alternate Assessment Schedule has been released.
Important assessment information
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Attendance requirements:
It is the students' responsibility to attend the mandatory residential school and participate appropriately in all activities scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
A mandatory residential school signifies that attendance is compulsory, in order to pass the Course. Students who miss the residential school due to Compassionate and Compelling Circumstances will be considered in accordance with the Compassionate and Compelling Circumstances Procedure . If the request for consideration is approved the Student must attend the next offering of the residential school. -
Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
To complete the assignment satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for the assignment. To complete the examination and test satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 40% of the weighted mark available for the examination. To complete the practical component satisfactorily, students must submit all the nominated practical reports and obtain at least 50% of the marks available. -
Penalties for late submission of required work:
Students should refer to the Assessment Procedure (point 4.2.4) -
Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
To be assured of receiving a passing grade a student must obtain at least 50% of the total weighted marks available for the course (i.e. the Primary Hurdle), and have satisfied the Secondary Hurdle (Proficiency), i.e. the Laboratory Report by achieving at least 50% of the weighted marks available for that assessment item and have satisfied the Secondary Hurdle (Supervised), i.e. the end of semester examination by achieving at least 40% of the weighted marks available for that assessment item.
Supplementary assessment may be offered where a student has undertaken all of the required summative assessment items and has passed the Primary Hurdle but failed to satisfy the Secondary Hurdle (Supervised), or has satisfied the Secondary Hurdle (Supervised) but failed to achieve a passing Final Grade by 5% or less of the total weighted Marks.
To be awarded a passing grade for a supplementary assessment item (if applicable), a student must achieve at least 50% of the available marks for the supplementary assessment item as per the Assessment Procedure (point 4.4.2). -
Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks (or grades) obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course. -
Examination information:
An Online Examination is one in which candidates may have access to any printed, written, or online material as well as a calculator. -
Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
Deferred and Supplementary examinations will be held in accordance with the Assessment Procedure . -
University Student Policies:
Students should read the USQ policies: Definitions, Assessment and Student Academic Misconduct to avoid actions which might contravene University policies and practices. These policies can be found at .
Assessment Notes
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Harvard (AGPS) is the referencing system required in this course. Students should use Harvard (AGPS) style in their assignments to format details of the information sources they have cited in their work. The Harvard (AGPS) style to be used is defined by the USQ Library's referencing guide.