ML4307 - Haematology 1

Credit points:	03
Year:	2011
Student Contribution Band:	Band 2
Administered by:	School of Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences

This subject introduces the student to haematology and the haematology laboratory. The structure and function of ALL haemopoietic cells is reviewed, followed by a detailed study of red cell pathology and haemostasis. Both manual and automated methods of quantitation of blood components are taught. In conjunction with ML4308, this subject provides the professional requirements for a graduate medical laboratory scientist in haematology.

Learning Outcomes

• Achieve a level of proficiency required for employment in a medical laboratory;
• Have a detailed understanding of the microscopic pathology of anaemia;
• Understand the utility of the haematology laboratory in the diagnosis of anaemia and haemostasis disorders;
• Become proficient in both the qualitative and quanititative methods of analysis of blood cells.

Graduate Qualities

• The acquisition of coherent and disciplined sets of skills, knowledge, values and professional ethics from at least one discipline area.

Prerequisites:

PP2101 and PP2201

Availabilities
Townsville, Block, Study Period 4
Census Date 17-Mar-2011
Face to face teaching 21-Feb-2011 to 18-Mar-2011
Coordinator:	Dr Jeffrey Warner
Lecturers:	Dr Jeffrey Warner, Assoc. Professor Wayne Melrose.
Contact hours:	24 hours lectures 12 hours tutorials 36 hours practicals
Assessment:	end of semester exam (50%); other exams (50%).
Special Assessment Requirements:	Students must satisfactorily complete both aspects of assessment

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.