Courses & Units
Elementary First Aid JVD170
Introduction
Prepare students to respond to a medical emergency in a support capacity under the supervision of senior crew members.
Summary
| Unit name | Elementary First Aid |
|---|---|
| Unit code | JVD170 |
| Credit points | 2.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College |
| Discipline | Seafaring and Maritime Operations |
| Coordinator | Mr Anthony Beckett |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | On-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMC MT Main Block 3 | 17/6/2024 | 14/11/2024 | 15/11/2024 | 1/12/2024 |
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
| AMC MT Main Block 1 | 5/2/2024 | 13/6/2024 | 14/6/2024 | 16/6/2024 |
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
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Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Assess environmental risk to the responder and patient during a medical emergency on a ship
- Explain the structural and functional components of the human body.
- Apply immediate medical procedures in response to a medical emergency
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 069907 | $223.00 | $223.00 | not applicable | $623.00 |
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 | This course is delivered over two full classroom days at Newnham, each day is as follows: 2 x 3 hour morning theory lecture 2 x 4.5 hour afternoon practical demonstration |
|---|---|
| Assessment | AT 2 Demonstrate Individual Elementary First Aid Techniques (20%)|AT 3 Demonstrate Individual Elementary First Aid Resuscitation Techniques (20%)|AT 1 Multiple Choice Question (25%)|AT 4 Demonstrate Team Elementary First Aid and Resuscitation Techniques applicable to a simulated shipboard medical emergency (35%) |
| 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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