Courses & Units
Advanced Cardiology in Paramedicine CAA322
Introduction
This unit builds on paramedic clinical practice to develop your knowledge in the areas of coronary care, electrophysiology, pharmacology, and the management of a range of acute and chronic conditions, for both adult and paediatric patients. Scope of paramedic practice and clinical currency themes will also be explored and integrated throughout the unit.
Summary
| Unit name | Advanced Cardiology in Paramedicine |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CAA322 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Paramedicine |
| Discipline | Paramedicine |
| Coordinator | Mr Craig Campbell |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Health Study Period 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Study Period 2 | 8/7/2024 | 26/7/2024 | 23/8/2024 | 6/10/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
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Learning Outcomes
- Analyse 12 and 15-Lead ECG tracings to contribute to provisional diagnoses, relating the findings to both clinical presentation and underlying pathology.
- Formulate and apply effective and holistic management plans for both adult and paediatric patients experiencing a range of cardiac conditions.
- Critically appraise contemporary out of hospital treatment regimens for a range of cardiac conditions; including acute coronary syndromes, cardiac failure and arrhythmias.
- Apply structured cardiac assessment methodology to guide patient care and treatment.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 069905 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,648.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
CAA201 and CAA202 (53C) OR CAA220 (53X)Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
CAA311 Paramedic Practice 8Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Self directed learning - 6hrs per week. Optional 2 day (12hr) on campus practical intensive. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Quizzes and short answer questions (25%)|Critical Analysis of Current Practice (35%)|Final written examination (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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