Module Details

Module Code: BIOL6020
Title: Intro to Biomedical Science 1
Long Title: Intro to Biomedical Science 1
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4211 - Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is an introduction to the clinical chemistry and microbiology disciplines of Biomedical Science. Each discipline is introduced through a series of lectures and related laboratory practical sessions.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Outline the biochemical analysis of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and inorganic ions.
LO2 Perform core biochemical tests and solve data handling problems related to biomedical science.
LO3 Describe the different types of microorganisms, laboratory methods, microbial nutrition, microbial growth and host interactions
LO4 Examine microorganisms in the laboratory using core techniques and appropriate equipment.
LO5 Recognise, manage, and contain the different hazards encountered in clinical laboratories and apply the appropriate Health & Safety procedures.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).

Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.

No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Specimen Handling
The safe and appropriate collection, transportation and storage of clinical samples.
Data Handling
Chemistry calculations, "number" and "unit" components of measurement, significant figures, mathematics of significant figures, scientific notation, metric system, standard international units, dilution factors, mathematical properties of units, unit conversion techniques, calculations involving dilutions.
Biochemical Analysis
The biochemical analysis of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids; specimen requirements, principle of the assay, test interference and reference range.
Quality Control
Analytical error, goals of quality control, distribution of data, control specimens, practical applications of quality control data, internal quality contol, external quality control, quality control charts, Westgard rules.
Overview of Microbial World
Scope and role of microorganisms in the modern world. Classification of organisms. Introduction to bacteria, fungi, protozoa, algae and viruses.
Methods of Microbiological Investigation
Microscopy. Specimen preparation. Staining. Aseptic technique. Pure culture isolation.
Microbial Nutriton
Required elements. Growth factors. Energy sources. Nutritional diversity. Culture media.
Microbial Growth
Bacterial division. Generation time. Batch and continuous culture. Phases of growth. Methods used to monitor growth. Factors influencing growth.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%
Special Regulation
Students are required to achieve a mark of 40% or greater in the Practical/Skills Evaluation component. Achieving a mark of less than 40 % in this component will require reattendance.

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,3
Assessment Description
Theory Assessment - Biomedical Science
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 2,4,5
Assessment Description
Written reports during semester (20% of module) and Clinical Biochemistry and Microbiology practical exam at week 12 (30% of module)
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,3
Assessment Description
Theory Assessment - Biomedical Science
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Biomedical Science Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Biochemistry/Microbiology Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Studying Course Material Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Iles, R., Docherty, S. (Eds.). (2012), Biomedical Science Essential Laboratory Medicine, John Wiley & Sons, [ISBN: 9780470997741].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Ahmed, Glencross and Wang. (2016), Biomedical Science Practice: Experimental & Professional Skills (Fundamentals of biomedical science), 2nd. Oxford University Press, [ISBN: 9780191073823].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Ebook, Hogg, Stuart. (2013), Essential Microbiology, GB:Somerset, Wiley-Blackwell.
  • Website, The Microbiology Information Portal,
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_SBISC_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Science 1 Mandatory