Courses & Units
Clinical Chemistry 3 (Endocrinology) CXA353
Launceston
Introduction
Endocrinology is a specialised area of study in Clinical Chemistry and investigates the hormonal control mechanisms and regulation of metabolism and growth within the body. The study of endocrinology builds on many topics studied previously in Clinical Chemistry 1 and 2. The purpose of CXA353 is to provide you with the knowledge and interpretive skills to conduct and interpret laboratory analyses in the study of normal and dysfunctional endocrine syndromes. The unit prepares you to be able to work in a specialised endocrinology laboratory and extensively utilises clinical case studies to contextualise learning.
Summary
| Unit name | Clinical Chemistry 3 (Endocrinology) |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CXA353 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Health Sciences |
| Discipline | Health Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Jeffrey (Jeff) Beckett |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 12/7/2021 | 10/8/2021 | 30/8/2021 | 17/10/2021 |
* 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).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate a sound knowledge of Endocrinology.
- Apply the knowledge obtained for the interpretation of case studies.
- Critically asses the clinical relevance of results obtained in the laboratory.
- Communicate in a scientific manner.
- Apply the interpretive skills necessary to make accurate conclusions when assessing the results of hormone assays.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010599 | $993.00 | $993.00 | not applicable | $2,701.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
CXA251Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Tutorial – 2 hours (weekly) or 3-hr laboratory/case study session (alternate weeks) (13 weeks) |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Quiz (15%)|Examination (50%)|Journal Presentation (10%)|Immunoassay Platform Review (10%)|Case Studies (15%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Melmed, S., Polonsky, K., et al Ed. 2016 Williams Textbook of Endocrinology, 13th Edition. Saunders. ISBN 978-1-4377-0324-5. Available as an Ebook through UTAS Library. |
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| Recommended | There is an extensive range of texts in the reserve and non-reserve sections of the University library that should be accessed regularly to revise underlying principles and to supplement lecture material. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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