Unit Guide

General Information

Unit convenor and teaching staff	Unit convenor and teaching staff Co-convenor Aron Downie aron.downie@mq.edu.au Contact via email by appointment Co-convenor Amber Beynon amber.beynon@mq.edu.au Contact via email by appointment Tutor Camille Rahme camille.rahme@mq.edu.au Contact via in person during tutorial Tutor Clinton Rotondo clinton.rotondo@mq.edu.au Contact via in person during tutorial
Credit points	Credit points 10
Prerequisites	Prerequisites Admission to BChiroSc
Corequisites	Corequisites ANAT1001 or HLTH108
Co-badged status	Co-badged status
Unit description	Unit description This unit offers an introduction to Chiropractic practice including patient assessment and intervention using spinal palpation, range of motion and fundamentals of psychomotor skill acquisition. The clinical application of anatomical knowledge is explored. Research methodology and critical thinking skills essential for the health clinician are introduced as part of the research skills development program. Fundamental biomechanics related to function and manual therapy intervention are introduced. The role of Chiropractic in the delivery of primary health care, both now and throughout history are explored.

Important Academic Dates

Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

ULO1: Demonstrate entry-level skills in patient assessment within a framework of ethical patient interaction.
ULO2: Describe theoretical frameworks for the assessment of/and therapeutic intervention for musculoskeletal tissues.
ULO3: Describe the position of chiropractic within public health and it's role in primary health care.
ULO4: Describe introductory concepts in biomechanical analysis and mechanical properties of musculoskeletal tissue.
ULO5: Understand the principles of a scientist-clinican and the application of evidence-based practice.

General Assessment Information

PLEASE NOTE: CHIR1101 (2022) CANNOT BE COMPLETED IN ONLINE ONLY MODE. ON-CAMPUS ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THIS UNIT

Competency based assessment

In higher education, assessments must be able to recognise various levels of competencies in order to encourage students to become not only competent, but progress onto developing expertise. A key component of effective assessment in competency-based education is for assessments to be criterion-based using a developmental perspective. Defining the criteria in developmental terms, commonly called milestones or benchmarks, allows programs to determine whether the trainee is on an appropriate ‘trajectory'. Milestones provide specific guidance on trainee progress throughout the continuum of their training program. CHIR1101 practical examinations are competency based.

For a more information see: "Competency-based Assessment, Macquarie University" https://staff.mq.edu.au/public/download/?id=40618

Serious and unavoidable disruption

The University classifies a disruption as serious and unavoidable if it:

could not have reasonably been anticipated, avoided or guarded against by the student; and
was beyond the student's control; and
caused substantial disruption to the student's capacity for effective study and/or completion of required work; and
occurred during an event critical study period and was at least three (3) consecutive days duration, and/or
prevented completion of a final examination.

Students with a pre-existing disability/health condition or prolonged adverse circumstances may be eligible for ongoing assistance and support. Such support is governed by other policies and may be sought and coordinated through Campus Wellbeing https://students.mq.edu.au/support/wellbeing

Examinations

You are expected to present yourself for examination at the time and place designated in the University Examination Timetable. The timetable will be available in Draft form approximately eight weeks before the commencement of the examinations and in Final form approximately four weeks before the commencement of the examinations.

The only exception to not sitting an examination at the designated time is because of documented illness or unavoidable disruption. In these circumstances, you may wish to submit an application for 'Special consideration' https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration

If you receive special consideration for the final exam, a supplementary exam will be scheduled in the interval between the regular exam period and the start of the next session. By making a special consideration application for the final exam you are declaring yourself available for a resit during the supplementary examination period and will not be eligible for a second special consideration approval based on pre-existing commitments.

Extensions and penalties

Extensions to assignments are at the discretion of the unit convenor. It is the responsibility of the student to prove to the convenor that there has been an unavoidable disruption. Please submit a 'Special consideration' and request an extension. The online form will ask you to provide evidence of the disruption.

Marks will be deducted for late submissions in the absence of an approved extension. Marks will be deducted at the rate of 10% of the available marks per day.

Grading descriptors

High Distinction : provides consistent evidence of deep and critical understanding in relation to the learning outcomes. There is substantial originality and insight in identifying, generating and communicating competing arguments, perspectives or problem-solving approaches; critical evaluation of problems, their solutions and their implications; creativity in application.

Distinction: provides evidence of integration and evaluation of critical ideas, principles and theories, distinctive insight and ability in applying relevant skills and concepts in relation to learning outcomes. There is a demonstration of frequent originality in defining and analysing issues or problems and providing solutions; and the use of means of communication appropriate to the discipline and the audience.

Credit : provides evidence of learning that goes beyond replication of content knowledge or skills relevant to the learning outcomes. There is demonstration of substantial understanding of fundamental concepts in the field of study and the ability to apply these concepts in a variety of contexts; plus communication of ideas fluently and clearly in terms of the conventions of the discipline.

Pass: provides sufficient evidence of the achievement of learning outcomes. There is demonstration of understanding and application of fundamental concepts of the field of study; and communication of information and ideas adequately in terms of the conventions of the discipline. The learning attainment is considered satisfactory or adequate or competent or capable in relation to the specified outcomes.

Fail: does not provide evidence of attainment of all learning outcomes. There is missing or partial or superficial or faulty understanding and application of the fundamental concepts in the field of study; and incomplete, confusing or lacking communication of ideas in ways that give little attention to the conventions of the discipline.

Assessment Tasks

Name	Weighting	Hurdle	Due
In-tutorial chiropractic spot test 1	0%	No	Week 5
In-tutorial chiropractic spot test 2	5%	No	Week 10
Online quiz	5%	No	Rolling
Chiropractic in primary health care.	10%	No	Week 8: 29/4/2022
End of session - Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)	40%	No	Week 13
End of session written exam	40%	No	Exam period

In-tutorial chiropractic spot test 1

Assessment Type ¹: Clinical performance evaluation
Indicative Time on Task ²: 2 hours
Due: Week 5
Weighting: 0%

A practical test conducted before the mid-session break during scheduled classes. This test is the equivalent of 1 station in the final OSCE. The test assesses acquisition of practical skills acquired in this unit.This test is formative and is for feedback only.