Courses & Units
Histology CXA625
Introduction
This unit will introduce you to the fundamental theoretical and practical concepts and principles of histology. The unit provides you with an in-depth study of histological methodologies including fixation, decalcification, processing and section cutting of normal tissues and techniques to stain specific structures. The normal structure of biological tissues and organs at the microscopic level is studied. You will develop microscopy skills in the practicals to allow critical analysis of prepared sections and thus define normal structure of tissues and organs. The unit also gives you the opportunity to develop and practice your communication skills in written, diagrammatic and oral contexts, face to face and on-line. This unit is co-taught with a related unit to students in the Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine, and although you will be provided with similar knowledge and laboratory skills as these students, you will also undertake additional learning activities and assessment. This is necessary for you to develop and demonstrate the higher level investigatory and communication skills to satisfy the Australian Qualification Framework level 9 requirements of a Master’s degree
Summary
| Unit name | Histology |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CXA625 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Health Sciences |
| Discipline | Health Sciences |
| Coordinator | Mr Sam Brake |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Explain histological techniques and principles.
- Differentiate and describe the microscopic structures of various biological tissues and organs.
- Research and collate current industry standards and requirements to develop a professional level procedural document specific to diagnostic histology.
- Communicate scientific information using a variety of writing conventions and formats including annotated diagrams.
- Identify microscopic histological structures to determine tissue origin and basic function.
- Demonstrate use of safe laboratory techniques and practices.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 019909 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,596.00 |
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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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Independaent Learning - 2hrs (weekly), Other (LGH Tour) - 2 Hours (1 week), Other (Individual Study) - 4hrs (weekly), Practical - 3hrs (11 weeks), Workshop - 1hr (8 weeks) |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Multiple choice quizzes (10%)|Practical Book (25%)|Workflow/Procedural project (25%)|Final Exam (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Atlas of Histology with Functional Correlations 13th Edition By: Victor P. Eroschenko ISBN: 9781496316769 |
|---|---|
| Recommended | Bancroft, JD & Gamble, M, Theory and Practice of Histological Techniques, Churchill Livingstone, London | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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