James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021
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MD1010 - Introduction to Integrated Medical Studies Part 1 of 2
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Year: | 2021 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 3 |
| Subject chain: | MD1010 ⯈ MD1020 |
| Administered by: | College of Medicine & Dentistry |
Subject Description
- This subject will provide foundation knowledge of molecular and cellular processes in the normal functioning of the human body, plus an understanding of the individual, health systems and the societal influences on human health. These topics are presented in an integrated fashion across four foundation science modules and through introductory clinical skills practice. This subject is only available to students enrolled in the MBBS program.
Learning Outcomes
- describe normal cell and tissue structure, function and the biochemical processes required to sustain life
- explain tissue organization and function within the human body and the processes of cellular to whole body control, communication and regulation
- describe the Australian health care system and its components, explain how health is measured and interpret the professional and ethical dimensions of medical practice
- describe patient-centred care and demonstrate communication skills
- apply principles of infection control
Subject Assessment
As this subject is part of a subject chain, a final standard grade (e.g. P, C) will only be recorded for each subject after successful completion of all parts of the subject chain.
- see MD1020 for assessment detail
Note that 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.
Special Assessment Requirements
Satisfactory attendance is required at community and clinical placements. Satisfactory academic and professional standards, as described in the College program Assessment Guidelines, must be achieved in order to progress to the next year.
Availabilities
Townsville, Study Period 1, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 25 Mar 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 22 Feb 2021 to Friday, 18 Jun 2021 |
| Coordinator(s): | Assoc. Professor Peter Johnson Assoc. Professor Haleagrahara Nagaraja |
| Lecturer(s): | Assoc. Professor Lionel Hebbard DR Susan Gorton Assoc. Professor Nichole Harvey Assoc. Professor Peta-Ann Teague DR Smriti Murali Krishna Assoc. Professor Haleagrahara Nagaraja DR Anna Kokavec DR Torres Woolley Assoc. Professor Peter Johnson MS Darlene Wallace MR Don Gamage MRS Deanne Johnstone DR Lynn Woodward Assoc. Professor Helen Anscomb DR Karen Carlisle DR Craig McFarlane DR Kimberley Owens Assoc. Professor Sophie Couzos MS Karen Knight Assoc. Professor Kate Domett Assoc. Professor Michael Oelgemoeller MS Priscilla Page DR Rebecca Evans Professor Tarun Sen Gupta MS Karryn Lytton DR Joseph Moxon MS Simone Ross MR Donald Whaleboat DR Donna Martin DR Roy Rasalam Professor Bunmi Malau-Aduli |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 12 credit point subject is approximately 520 hours.
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