James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021

NS5332 - Informatics for Health Professionals

Subject Description

This subject introduces students to the scope and practice of informatics in healthcare. In the context of the health care system from a global perspective, students will explore information and communication technologies, concepts related to eHealth, and emerging topics such as clinical intelligence as they inform and support health professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

• Describe contemporary trends, issues, policies, and practice in health informatics
• Discuss the theoretical perspectives that shape health informatics as a discipline
• Describe socio-technical approaches to analyse complex problems and generate effective and innovative responses in the context of health informatics professional practice
• Develop practical, ethical solutions that seek to balance stakeholder perspectives
• Apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate leadership, expert judgement and self-management in health informatics

Subject Assessment

• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (30%) - Individual
• Oral > Presentation 1 - (30%) - Individual
• Written > Problem task - (40%) - Individual

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

Passing requirements: complete and submit all assessment items; achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application of any penalties such as late penalties.

Availabilities