Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Judi Homewood
Contact via 9850-8652
X5B 237
by appointment, preferably Tuesday or Thursday
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Credit points |
Credit points
4
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MClinNeuro or DClinNeuro
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
In this unit students explore the human brain, and examine the neuroanatomical and behavioural consequences of brain damage. The unit adopts the standard correlative neuroanatomy approach, discussing development of the nervous system and the anatomy of the mature nervous system (the brain stem and associated structures, diencephalon, and telencephalon; blood supply; white matter pathways; ventricles; and meninges).
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Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Name | Weighting | Due |
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Critique recent case | 10% | various |
case report | 35% | 7 June |
multiple choice test | 25% | 2 May |
Exam | 30% | 6 June 2016 |
Due: various
Weighting: 10%
As a group exercise (n= 4) students will present and critique a recently published single case. Each group will do this once. I’ve selected the single cases. An important goal is to discuss the cases in an interactive manner. I hope that with a little planning and advance preparation, the case presentations will be a stimulating and enjoyable experience for all.One group of students will present the case: background to the disorder, detail of the case including the CT or MRI scans, details of the tests conducted and what was found, what conclusions can be drawn like they were presenting at a case conference at a hospital. They will also critique the conclusions and comment of what additional data would clarify the conclusions. The remaining students ( probably 3 groups of 4) will ask at least two questions.
Due: 7 June
Weighting: 35%
Make a power point presentation as if you were presenting this case (in a journal article supplied by Judi) to colleagues at a university seminar. In a maximum of ten slides (not including title slide, which must include your name and student number, and references) include
Due: 2 May
Weighting: 25%
There will be a 40 item multiple choice test held on 2nd May 2016. Questions will be drawn from the material presented in lectures.
Due: 6 June 2016
Weighting: 30%
In this exam you will be required to label photographs of brain structures and answer short answer questions. Questions will be drawn from the material presented in the practical sessions and the lectures.
In 2016 Easter Monday is in teaching week and Anzac Day is on a Monday, also in a teaching week. We can accomplish all that needs to be done, but it will require less flexibility than in the past. In particular we have to stick to time for in class presentations.
There are three "prac" sessions to be held on May 2nd, 9th and 16th in the Australian School of Advanced Medicine (ASAM) from 2-4pm. The neuropathologist teaching the classes is Dr Michael Rodriguez. He will expect you to ask and answer questions.
The lab is a secure area. To allow us to enter as a group please meet at 1:55 pm at the latest at the ASAM entrance [building F10A, opposite the Macquarie University hospital, the building has a large red awning]. Call/text Judi on her mobile 0413041461 if you are late.
Please download the worksheets. It will be helpful to bring something like a clipboard as there are no desks. There are lockers for personal possessions as they cannot be taken into the lab area.
Bring a lab coat if you have one. Disposable gowns and gloves will be provided.
Please wear fully enclosed shoes which cover the dorsal part of the foot (no ballet flats, flip-flops/thongs) and tie long hair back. No photographs or other recording devices are allowed. Follow the instructions of ASAM staff if you are directed in matters of lab safety, protocol or other matters.
No eating or drinking (including chewing gum) is permitted in the lab.
Respect for the dead is expected at all times.
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
New Assessment Policy in effect from Session 2 2016 http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy_2016.html. For more information visit http://students.mq.edu.au/events/2016/07/19/new_assessment_policy_in_place_from_session_2/
Assessment Policy prior to Session 2 2016 http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy.html
Grading Policy prior to Session 2 2016 http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grading/policy.html
Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html
Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/complaint_management/procedure.html
Disruption to Studies Policy http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html The Disruption to Studies Policy is effective from March 3 2014 and replaces the Special Consideration Policy.
In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Our postgraduates will be able to demonstrate a significantly enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content knowledge in their chosen fields.
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Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.
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Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.
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Our postgraduates will be ethically aware and capable of confident transformative action in relation to their professional responsibilities and the wider community. They will have a sense of connectedness with others and country and have a sense of mutual obligation. They will be able to appreciate the impact of their professional roles for social justice and inclusion related to national and global issues
This graduate capability is supported by:
Based on the formal and informal feedback from last year I have reduced the number of assessment tasks and the work required for the case report (by selecting the case to be reported).