Postgraduate - Edith Cowan University

SCE4210 10 Credit Points
Lower Secondary Science Methods 1
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
The purpose of this unit is to familiarise students with the science
learning area of the Curriculum Framework for Western Australia
and curriculum materials available for lower secondary science.
The unit introduces students to the principles of the constructivist
approach to science instruction, creating lesson plans to develop
acceptable scientific conceptual frameworks and effective
management strategies. The unit is designed to allow students to
explore the nature of scientific inquiry and develop their
understanding of the process of science as well as strengthen their
skills in handling laboratory equipment likely to be used in lower
secondary science classes.
SCE5116 15 Credit Points
Current Issues in Science Education
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit will enable participants to examine in some depth a
range of contemporary issues in science education. A core plus
options structure will enable participants to negotiate up to fifty
percent of the curriculum.
SCH4101 15 Credit Points
Advanced Cardiac
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit will provide students with the knowledge and skills to
work independently or in conjunction with medical practioners in
the provision of advanced out-of-hospital care for patients with
advanced cardiac conditions. Emphasis will be placed on
obtaining a broad understanding of the pathophysiology of cardiac
conditions in order to make adequate and sound assessments of
the situations. Students will acquire skills that enable them to
implement advanced strategies for the management of cardiac
conditions in critical situations and develop knowledge of
interventions aimed to prevent morbidity.
SCH4102 15 Credit Points
Advanced Medical
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit will provide students with the knowledge and skills to
work independently or in conjunction with medical practioners in
the provision of out-of-hospital care for patients suffering from
emergency medical conditions. Emphasis will be placed on
assessment and management procedures relevant to the critical
care environment.
SCH4103 15 Credit Points
Advanced Trauma
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
The aim of this unit is to provide students with the knowledge to
operate as an independent practitioner or critical care paramedic
working under medical authority. Emphasis will be placed on
obtaining an understanding of the pathophysiology associated
with traumatic conditions.
SCH4104 15 Credit Points
Paediatrics
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
The aim of the unit is provide the student with knowledge to
operate as an independent critical care paramedic working under
medical authority in the pre-hospital care of paediatric patients.
Emphasis is placed on obtaining an advanced understanding of the
pathophysiology of medical and traumatic conditions in the
paediatric patient.
SCH5101 15 Credit Points
Field Practicum
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
The aim of this unit is to provide the student with advanced
practical skills to assess and manage critical care paramedical
situations. The emphasis is on the application of knowledge to
enable operation as an independent practitioner or critical care
paramedic working under medical authority, or in consultation
with a medical specialist.
SCH5102 15 Credit Points
Hospital Practicum
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
The aim of this unit is to provide the student with advanced
practical skills to assess and manage critical care paramedical
situations in a hospital setting. The emphasis is on the application
of knowledge to enable operation as an independent practitioner,
or critical care paramedic working under medical authority.
SCH5103 15 Credit Points
Intensive Care Unit Practicum
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
The aim of this unit is to provide the student with advanced
practical skills to assess and manage critical care paramedical
situations in a hospital setting. The emphasis is on the application
of knowledge to enable the student to function as an independent
practitioner or critical care paramedic working under medical
authority.
SCH5104 15 Credit Points
Obstetrics
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit incorporates on-line learning and workshop processes to
build on the base knowledge of the practitioner involved in the
prehospital care of advanced pathophysiology, assessment and
management of the Obstetric patient. The emphasis is on the
application of knowledge to enable operation as an independent
practitioner, or critical care paramedic working under medical
authority, or in consultation with a medical specialist.
SCH513O 20 Credit Points
Advances in Human Biology 1
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit will contain a selection of topics from the history and
philosophy of science, human molecular biology, and cardiac and
skeletal muscle physiology. The unit will be supplemented by
visiting lecturers and research fellows as appropriate.
SCH513P 20 Credit Points
Advances in Human Biology 2
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit will contain a selection of topics from current issues in
human biology, the brain in health and disease, and human
disease. The unit will be supplemented by visiting lecturers and
research fellows as appropriate.
SCI5105 20 Credit Points
Catchment Health
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit presents an integrated approach to the health of the
catchment as a geographical, ecological, political and social unit.
It is based on the principles of ecosystem health, the ecological
footprint, integrated catchment management, and ecologically
sustainable development. Accordingly, it deals with the
management of natural resources in order to maximise benefits to
the health of its occupants, the ecosystem’s biophysical
components, and the well-being of communities.
SCI5106 20 Credit Points
Stock Assessment
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit examines the approaches used to assess marine and
freshwater fisheries stocks, including stock assessment models.
It examines data requirements for stock assessment models and
covers recruitment processes in fish stocks. It also examines
issues associated with broader ecosystem issues in evaluating the
sustainability of fisheries.
SCI5107 20 Credit Points
Fisheries Management
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit examines the procedures involved in the management
fisheries and aquaculture. These include policy, planning and
regulatory frameworks, and strategies to implement regulations.
ECU Postgraduate Course Guide 2008 301