Foundation Physiotherapy Sciences (PHTY90096)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)

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Overview

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This subject will provide physiotherapy students with a general conceptual and evidence-based background in foundational biomedical sciences that underpin physiotherapy clinical practice and research. It will build on and integrate assumed areas of knowledge in the disciplines of anatomy and physiology and introduce students to the underlying principles of biochemistry, pharmacology and pathology in the areas of cardio-respiratory, musculoskeletal and neurological sciences. Students will be expected to apply this knowledge in appropriate cases as a basis for developing clinical reasoning and decision-making skills in physiotherapy practice. The subject will be completed with an integration of body systems around complex problems.

Intended learning outcomes

  1. Integrate knowledge of structure and function of human anatomy and underlying physiological principles with musculoskeletal, cardio-respiratory and neurological systems
  2. Apply an understanding of the cardio-respiratory, musculoskeletal and neurological systems in healthy subjects, to common mechanisms of injury and pathology leading to impairment and dysfunction
  3. Consolidate knowledge in foundation sciences by participating in seminar discussions that connect the curriculum
  4. Identify how relevant aspects of pharmacological interventions impact on musculoskeletal, cardio-respiratory and neurological systems
  5. Review the development of research and evidence in applied physiology, applied anatomy, pathology and pharmacology that underpin the clinical practice and theoretical basis of physiotherapy practice
  6. Document experimental observation, data processing and interpretation and clinical problem solving related to principles of body structure and function
  7. Apply biomedical science knowledge to substantiate clinical reasoning and clinical decision making in physiotherapy practice
  8. Apply biomedical science knowledge of body structure and function to a variety of healthcare contexts

Generic skills

By the completion of this subject, students will have had the opportunity to develop the following generic skills:

  • the ability to problem solve in the areas of biomedical sciences
  • self-directed learning as the basis of lifelong learning skills
  • time management in order to use their study time effectively

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

None

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Assessment

Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Mid Semester Quizzes: 2 x 1 hour Quiz, during the semester, approximately weeks 6 and 10

  • 2 hours
From Week 6 to Week 1025%

Practical exam

  • 1 hours
End of semester15%

Written Examinations: 2 x 2 hour written papers

  • 4 hours
End of semester50%

Problem Based Learning tutor assessment: criterion based assessment

End of semester10%

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Dates & times

  • Semester 1 (Early-Start)
    Principal coordinatorSimon Murray
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours175 hours lectures, tutorials, practicals and seminars over a 16 week semester.
    Total time commitment340 hours
    Teaching period17 February 2020 to 7 June 2020
    Last self-enrol date28 February 2020
    Census date30 April 2020
    Last date to withdraw without fail 5 June 2020
    Assessment period ends 3 July 2020

    Semester 1 (Early-Start) contact information

    Subject Coordinator
    Dr Simon Murray
    ssmurray@unimelb.edu.au


    Administrative Coordinator
    BiomedSci-AcademicServices@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

340 Hours.

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Further information

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    CourseDoctor of Physiotherapy

Last updated: 3 November 2022