SCI06017 2020 Introduction to Biomedical Science
The module is designed to builds upon key theories and applications in Biology, Chemistry and develop core laboratory skills and safe laboratory practice.
To introduce biomedical science as a profession, including core laboratory techniques and associated health and safety issues, and fundamental processes involved in the human immune system.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Define biomedical science as a scientific discipline, the role of the IBMS, HCPC and the Academy in regulation of the profession
Explain the principles of laboratory safety, COHSH and Risk Assessment.
Describe core technologies used in a biomedical science laboratory including microbiology and the fundamental processes involved in the human immune system
Interpret, compute and evaluate clinical data logically within a theoretical context.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Online Lectures and tutorials supported by on-line resources and video. Lecture topics and course-work will be discussed during tutorials available throughout the course. Problem areas identified by the students will be further explained and additional resources will be provided to supplement the lecture material covered and to encourage independent learning.
Two specific tutorials will be delivered to provide support and background for students they are:
Tutorial 1: How to prepare a presentation using Powerpoint Tutorial 2: How to prepare and present case studies
Module Assessment Strategies
Presentation [40%]
Individual preparation of a poster relating to the biomedical profession. Assessment criteria are provided, and feedback will be written and detailed against each criteria as appropriate.
Report [30%]
Individual preparation of a report on TWO of three case studies presented, reaching a diagnosis. Assessment criteria are provided, and feedback will be written and detailed against each criteria as appropriate.
Class Test [30%]
Brief summative tests covering lecture materials.
Repeat Assessments
Not Applicable.
Indicative Syllabus
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Section 1: Introduction and Basic Biomedical Laboratory Skills: Week 1: Introduction to the Module:
Week 2: Introduction to biomedical science and professional practice as a biomedical
scientist.
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Week 3: Biomedical science laboratory: automation and point-of-care testing. Week 4: Health and safety.
Section 2: Separation Techniques the prinicples and applications of: Week 5: Centrifugation & Electrophoresis
Week 6: Chromatography (Thin layer, HPLC, Gas etc)
Section3: Techniques for the Visualization of constitutes: Week 7:Microscopy
Week 8: Spectrophotometry
Section 4: Introduction to the Pinciples and Applications of Immunology Microbiology: Week 9: Immunology
Week 10: Microbiology
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Presentation | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 40 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4 |
2 | Report | Coursework Assessment | Written Report/Essay | 30 % | OnGoing | 3,4 |
3 | Class Test | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 30 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4 |
Online Learning Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Online Lecture | Online | Online | 5 | Weekly | 5.00 |
Module Resources
Ahmed, N., Glencross, H. and Wang, Q. (2016) Fundamentals of Biomedical Science: Biomedical Science Practice. 2nd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Hannigan, B.M., Moore, C.B.T. and Quinn, D.G. (2009) Immunology. 2nd ed. Oxford: Scion Publishing.
This module introduces biomedical science as a profession, including the theory of core laboratory techniques and associated health and safety issues, and fundamental processes involved in the human immune system.