ANIML SC 3515RW - Parasitology III
Roseworthy Campus - Semester 2 - 2022
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code ANIML SC 3515RW Course Parasitology III Coordinating Unit School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s Roseworthy Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 6 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites BIOLOGY 1101 & BIOLOGY 1202 or equivalent Incompatible VET SC 3515RW Restrictions Available for BSc (Animal Science) students only Assessment Written exam, mid-semester quizzes and a practical core competencies log book Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Ryan O'Handley
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students should be able to:1 Integrate knowledge and the terminology, basic principles and application of parasitology 2 Demonstrate competency in the core components of diagnostic parasitology 3 Demonstrate competency in practical laboratory skills 4 Utilise knowledge in the application of parasite control and treatment methodologies University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1-4 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1-4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1-4 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1-4 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1-4 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course will be delivered by 3 lectures and 3 hours of practical each week. It will be co-taught with Veterinary Parasitology but the combined enrolment will be split for the practical classes to ensure that the capacity of the laboratory is not exceeded.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
A student enrolled in a 3 unit course, such as this, should expect to spend, on average 12 hours per week on the studies required. This includes both the formal contact time required to the course (e.g., lectures and practicals), as well as non-contact time (e.g., reading and revision).Learning Activities Summary
Lectures include: Introduction to Parasitology; Protozoa; Helminths; Companion animal parasite control; Ectoparasites; Aquaculture Parasites; and Wildlife parasites
Practicals include: Introduction to diagnostics; Companion animal Dx; Protozoa; Large animal Dx; Faecal egg count / Larval culture; Sedimentation and Other Tests; Dx Unknowns/ Assessments; and Arthropods -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Task Type Due Weighting Hurdle
Yes/NoLearning Outcome Practical Core Competancies Log Book Formative & Summative Progressive - Weekly during semester 30% No 2,3 Mid Semester Quizzes Formative & Summative Weeks 4 & 8 20% No 1,4 Final Exam Summative End of Semester Exam Period 50% Yes 1,4 Assessment Related Requirements
Assessment Item with hurdle % needed or requirement to meet hurdle Is additional assessment available if student does not meet hurdle requirement?
Yes or NoDetails of additional assessment, if available Final Examination 50% Yes Additional Examination Assessment Detail
Practical core competencies log book (30% of the final grade):
During each practical session, students will be evaluated individually on their competency in the core components of diagnostic parasitology. For example, students must be able to identify specific parasites in faecal samples, with an explanation of how they know it is a particular species. Students will keep a log book detailing the core competencies and will be signed by the instructor once the student is competent in the core component. Students must pass all 12 core competencies within the practical sessions. Each competency is marked on a Pass/Fail basis only – students are able to repeat competencies without penalty in practical classes until they achieve a Pass grade. If a student has all competencies signed off by the end of the last practical, they will achieve the full 30% for the component. Students that do not pass all competencies will then sit a practical exam which is based around the core competencies that were not obtained in the practical sessions to attain the final mark of 30.
Mid semester quizzes (20% of the final grade): 2 quizzes (10% each) will be given to students during class following the protozoa and helminth sections of the course respectively. These quizzes will assess students for the material in these major sections and allow for feedback to students regarding their progress and level of understanding. The quiz will comprise of multiple choice and short
answer questions.
End of semester final exam (50% of the final grade): At the end of semester, a comprehensive final exam will be given. This exam will be 3 hours in length and consist of multiple choice, short answer and long answer type questions. It will assess all aspects of parasitology taught in the course.Submission
If an extension is not applied for, or not granted then a penalty for late submission will apply. A mark of zero will be allocated to late submitted assessment.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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