HMO102 - Science of Vision 1
Unit details
| Year: | 2024 unit information |
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| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 2: Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit Chair: | Trimester 2: Ryan Wood-Bradley |
| Cohort rule: | This unit is only available to students enrolled in D302 Bachelor of Vision Science/Master of Optometry. Up to 10 places may be offered to students not enrolled in D302. Please note a 75% WAM will need to be achieved in order to be considered - please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central. |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | Nil |
| Typical study commitment: | Students will on average spend 150 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit. This will include educator guided online learning activities within the unit site. |
| Educator-facilitated (scheduled) learning activities - on-campus unit enrolment: | 1 x 2 hour lecture per week |
Content
In this unit, students will encounter some of the fascinating research that has brought us to our current understanding of various aspects of the visual system. Using vision science research as exemplars, students will develop an understanding and appreciation of the academic culture of scientific research. This unit aims to teach students the essential and lifelong skills of sourcing, reading and writing about vision science research in the appropriate scientific style. These skills are essential in order for future optometrists to make clinical decisions using evidence-based practice. Another equally important aim of the unit is for the student to develop essential skills in team-based learning. Topics include the scientific method, anatomy of a research paper, retrieving credible scientific material, scientific writing, peer review and scientific communication.
| ULO | These are the Learning Outcomes (ULO) for this unit. At the completion of this unit, successful students can: | Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes |
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| ULO1 | Search, locate, cite, and review the scientific literature and produce an evidence-based summary appropriate for varying stakeholders. | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities |
| ULO2 | Explain culturally safe health care for Indigenous Australians, explore strategies for promoting culturally safe health care and critically reflect on your own culture and the skills and knowledge you need to develop to become a culturally safe health professional. | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities |
| ULO3 | Communicate scientific and clinical knowledge in both oral and written formats in a culturally safe manner that targets varying levels of health literacy. | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities |
| ULO4 | Recognise and discuss the strengths and limitations of different sources of information (i.e. peer-reviewed publications, media articles, websites, government reports, text books, reliable sources for Indigenous health etc.). | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities |
| ULO5 | Participate in and effectively contribute to peer learning during team-based learning exercises and classes. | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities |
| ULO6 | Assess the contribution of peers during team-based learning exercises. | GLO2: Communication |
| ULO7 | Self-reflect on the developments of your knowledge throughout your learning, recognizing both strengths and elements that need improving. | GLO2: Communication |
Assessment
Trimester 2:| Assessment description | Student output | Grading and weighting (% total mark for unit) | Indicative due week |
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| Assessment 1: Indigenous cultural safety assessment | 1500 word reflection | 20% |
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| Assessment 2: Evidence-based practice patient communication | 1500 words | 20% |
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| Assessment 3: Team-based learning assessment | MCQs and shared care plan (~150 words per week) | 45% |
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| Assessment 4: Self-reflection portfolio | 1100 words | 15% |
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The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.
Hurdle requirement
- Successful completion of Professionalism and Placement (P & P) requirements as defined in the Optometry P & P guide.
- The Indigenous Cultural Immersion Program is a placement in this unit. Attendance and participation in a professional manner is required.
Learning Resource
The texts and reading list for the unit can be found on the University Library via the link below: HMO102 Note: Select the relevant trimester reading list. Please note that a future teaching period's reading list may not be available until a month prior to the start of that teaching period so you may wish to use the relevant trimester's prior year reading list as a guide only.
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