Course coordinator
Dr Freyr Patterson
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Health & Rehab Sci School
This course assists students to develop an understanding of the impact of injury, acute illness & chronic medical conditions on client's occupational performance & participation. Students will learn from the lived experience of adult clients & will develop skills in information gathering, service provision & service evaluation for these clients from an occupational therapy perspective.
This course examines problems in occupational performance and participation encountered by adults with acute and chronic neurolgical and medical conditions. Through the examination of case material, students will develop clinical reasoning skills, practical skills, experience and knowledge of a variety of problems of performance encountered by clients. They will also explore a range of approaches and interventions, within the context of a range of occupational therapy models, to assist clients to overcome these problems. Students will be required to draw on knowledge and skills acquired from both occupational therapy and other university courses to enhance their learning in this course.
This course examines problems in occupationalﾠperformance and participation encountered by adults with acute and chronic neurolgical and medical conditions. Through the examination of case material, students will develop clinical reasoning skills, practical skills, experience and knowledge of a variety of problems of performance encountered by clients. They will also explore a range of approaches and interventions, within the context of a range of occupational therapy models, to assist clients to overcome these problems. Students will be required to draw on knowledge and skills acquired from both occupational therapy and other university courses to enhance their learning in this course.
ﾠ
Course requirements
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
OCTY2103, OCTY2104, OCTY2105
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
OCTY2102, OCTY2201, OCTY7828
Restrictions
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Freyr Patterson
Professor Jodie Copley
Professor Jennifer Fleming
Clinical educator
Dr Lisa Gardener
Dr Sarah Prescott
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
A detailed outline of the timetable will be available on Blackboard.
Every week of semester, students will be required to view one pre-recorded two-hour lecture. Students are also required to participate in aﾠtutorialﾠon Wednesdays for 1.5 hours, these are facilitated face-to-face on campus.
During the semester students participate in Simulation (2 sessions): one formative and one summative sessionﾠand one Hypertonicity Workshop which will be held on a Thursday afternoon - students will attend in either week 10 or 11ﾠor 13.ﾠ
ﾠ
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to provide students with a background in the occupational performance difficulties of adults with a range of acute and chronic neurological and medical conditions.ﾠThe course also supports student learning in the process of client centred practice when analysing and addressing occupational performance difficulties.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Act in a professional manner that is consistent with the standards and values of the occupational therapy profession, including the maintenance of professional requirements.
LO2.
Analyse client values and needs to determine and generate practice that is client-centred and culturally responsive.
LO3.
Identify and analyse underlying mechanisms, signs, and symptoms of a range of acute and chronic neurological and medical conditions in adults, including in a clinical context.
LO4.
Apply the knowledge of acute and chronic neurological and medications conditions to case material and in a clinical context, to analyse and determine the potential implications for occupational performance and participation.
LO5.
Apply and analyse the of scope of practice of occupational therapy in relation to information gathering, service provision and evaluation for a range of acute and chronic neurological and medical conditions.
LO6.
Apply and analyse clinical reasoning and clinical decision-making in relation to specific case study material and in a clinical context, to generate information gathering, service provision and/or evaluation plans.
LO7.
Use and carry out a range of professional and communication skills in interactions with clients, significant others and team members in a clinical setting.
LO8.
Reflect on and provide critical appraisal of own and others' performance as required, and implement appropriate changes in response to this appraisal.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Presentation |
Clinical Decision-Making Assignment
|
40% (MUST PASS) |
3/10/2024 2:00 pm |
| Role play/ Simulation |
Clinical Simulation Experience
|
Pass/Fail (MUST PASS) |
Rolling dates based on Simulation Experience allocation dates, please refer to the roster on the Blackboard. |
| Reflection |
Reflection Assignment
|
20% Must Pass |
This assignment will be due on the Tuesday after completion of the formative clinical simulation by 2pm. |
| Examination |
End of Semester Theory Exam (Inspera)
|
40% |
End of Semester Exam Period 2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024 |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Clinical Decision-Making Assignment
- Hurdle
- Online
- Mode
- Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia, Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Presentation
- Weight
- 40% (MUST PASS)
- Due date
3/10/2024 2:00 pm
Task description
Students will complete a Clinical Decision-Making Assignment based on a case study. Refer to Task Description and Rubric, which will be available on Learn.UQ for specific details/requirements of tasks.
Hurdle requirements
You must pass this assignment in order to pass OCTY2210 overall.Submission guidelines
The Clinical Decision-Making Assignment will be submitted by the due date and time as follows: Written tasks to be submitted via Turnitin and Video-recorded tasks to be submitted via Blackboard.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Clinical Simulation Experience
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- Team or group-based
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Role play/ Simulation
- Weight
- Pass/Fail (MUST PASS)
- Due date
Rolling dates based on Simulation Experience allocation dates, please refer to the roster on the Blackboard.
Task description
This component of assessment relates to clinical conduct and practice during the simulation experience. Students will participate in a clinical learning experience on two (2) occasions during the semester: one Tuesday morning and one Thursday morning.
During this simulation-based learning experience student pairs will work as a team (or individually if uneven student numbers) with a client to conduct information gathering/assessment.
The main objectives of this learning activity are for the student to:
- Have an experience of supervised practical experience within a simulated clinical setting/clinical setting.
- Communicate with a client and staff (as appropriate) in a simulated clinical setting/clinical setting.
- Conduct an initial interview/assessment with a client within a simulated supervised clinical setting.
- Develop an understanding of the roles of the different members of the healthcare team within the hospital setting.
Students will participate in each of the simulations in pairs (or individually if uneven student numbers) and will be assessed individually. To pass this assessment item students must:
- Participate in the formative simulation-based learning (Tuesday morning) AND,
- participate in and pass the summative simulation-based learning experience (Thursday morning). Refer to Learn.UQ for marking criteria
Further details regarding the Simulation Experience will be discussed at the Briefing in week 1
Hurdle requirements
You must pass this assignment in order to pass OCTY2210 overall.Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Submit absentee form...
Reflection Assignment
- Hurdle
- Online
- Mode
- Oral, Written
- Category
- Reflection
- Weight
- 20% Must Pass
- Due date
This assignment will be due on the Tuesday after completion of the formative clinical simulation by 2pm.
Hurdle requirements
You must pass this assignment in order to pass OCTY2210 overall.Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
SASU to add wording here
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
End of Semester Theory Exam (Inspera)
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 40%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024
Task description
This exam will include case-based short answer responses to questions based on content taught throughout the semester. Further information regarding specific content will be provided during the semester, prior to the exam. Exam will be conducted via Inspera online (on campus).
In the event of disruption during the end of semester exam period that prevents the scheduled assessment occurring as planned, the assessment will be changed to an alternative form of assessment. The timing of the assessment may also be impacted.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Calculator options | No calculators permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Inspera |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 34 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 0 - 34%. |
| 2 (Fail) | 35 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 35 - 44% |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 54 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 45 - 54%. A grade of 3 will be awarded to a student who achieves a final mark of 55% or higher but who does not pass the "must pass" assessment items noted in assessment details. |
| 4 (Pass) | 55 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 55% - 64% and has passed the 'must pass' assessment items noted in assessment details. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 65% - 74% and has passed the 'must pass' assessment items noted in assessment details. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 75% - 84% and has passed the 'must pass' assessment items noted in assessment details. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 85% -100% and has passed the 'must pass' assessment items noted in assessment details. |
Additional course grading information
Final marks falling between whole percentages will be rounded to the nearest whole percentage. Tie-breaking will be conducted using the round half up method whereby half-way values are always rounded up, meaning, for example, that 89.5% and above will be rounded to 90% and 89.49% and below will be rounded down to 89%.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This course contains ‘must pass’ assessment items. You must pass the Clinical Simulation and Reflection Assignment, and the Clinical Decision Making Assignment to pass this course overall, i.e. even if your final percentage mark is 55% or higher the individual ‘must pass’ assessment items must have been passed.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
I am unable to participate in a clinical simulation experience?
The following assessments within OCTY2210 require your attendance:
- Clinical Simulation Experience (Must Pass)
If you are unable to attend forﾠmedical or extenuating circumstances, you are required to email a completedﾠabsentee formﾠto the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Student and Academic Support Unit (enquiries.shrs@uq.edu.au) within three calendarﾠdays. The absentee form to complete is located in Blackboard/Learning Resources/Course Information Folder. Please remember to cc your Course Coordinator in the email and attach yourﾠevidence required.ﾠWith approval, you will be allocated new dates to participate in this assessment. Please note that this may occur either during the semester or in the end of semester examination period. The Student and Academic Support Unit will respond to you via email outlining whether you have been approved and they will inform course staff of the outcome. Failure to attend the make-up session without suitableﾠmedical or extenuating circumstancesﾠwill result inﾠfailing that assessment item.
Resubmission/Resit of assessment items
The School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences supports the concept of resubmission or resitting of failed assessment items in specific and defined circumstances.
In this course, theﾠClinicalﾠSimulation and the Reflection Assignment are eligible for consideration of the resitﾠoption if the assessment item was completed on time.
After resubmission or resit, the maximum result is a pass mark for that assessment component. Students who are granted a resubmission/resitﾠfor an assessment item and do not submit by/attend onﾠthe scheduled date will not beﾠgranted an extension/permitted to reschedule the assessment.
Students will be eligible for a maximum of one resubmission or resit options for this course.
Use of Generative AI in Assessments
Assessment tasks in this course evaluate students' abilities, skills, and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Use of Generative AI in Student Placements
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) can support the efficient conduct of clinical activities. However, AI is not a replacement of, or substitute for, professional reasoning or clinical skills. Human oversight is essential in its use, and to employ generative AI effectively and responsibly, students must understand how AI works, including its functions, data storage methods, and its impact on adherence to professional codes of conduct.
If used on placement, students are responsible for any outputs generated by AI, such as clinical notes and reports, and will be held accountable for the actions of any AI that is used in clinical practice. This responsibility includes ensuring adherence to the relevant profession's code of conduct and ethical standards. Transparency about generative AI use is essential in placement environments. Students must follow the relevant policies and procedures of their placement provider. If these are not explicit, students are expected to consult with their practice educators before implementation to determine the acceptability of generative AI use and ensure that any potential risks associated with the intended use are addressed. Students are reminded that they need to demonstrate their ability to meet the inherent requirements of the relevant profession, operate within its scope of practice, and ensure that client/patient privacy and confidentiality are maintained at all times. Under no circumstances should identifiable clinical information be uploaded to open or external AI platforms, as it is unethical and irresponsible.
Deferred exams
Students may be eligible for a deferred exam if there are exceptional or unavoidable circumstances, or as a one-off discretionary request. Deferred exam requests should be submitted as soon as possible, and no later than five calendar days after the date of the original exam.
Further details, including how to apply, can be found at -ﾠhttps://my.uq.edu.au/node/189/0#0. Please also email the Course Coordinator to advise of the deferred exam request.
Submitting assessment in Blackboard and Turnitin
When assessment is submitted throughﾠBlackboardﾠyou will receive a confirmation page as a digital receipt.ﾠThis information will also be sent to your student e-mail account.ﾠPlease ensure you keep this email.
When assessment is submitted throughﾠTurnitinﾠyou will receive a confirmation page displaying “Submission Complete!” and can then proceed to download your digital receiptﾠfrom yourﾠAssignment inbox.ﾠIt is suggested that you save a copy of the receipt for your personal records.
Instructions on how to submit assignments through Blackboard and Turnitin are available at:ﾠhttps://web.library.uq.edu.au/library-services/it/learnuq-blackboard-help/learnuq-assessment. Please review this information so you understand how to successfully submit your assessment items.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Statement Regarding Provision of Lecture Contentﾠ
Lecture presentation slides/notes will be provided on Learn.UQ (Blackboard) prior to lectures and/or tutorials whenever possible. Additional material and information conveyed during lectures and tutorials will not be supplied to students in electronic form after the class has finished. It is expected that students will take notes during classes to supplement the notes provided on Learn.UQ, as note taking enhances learning and recall of information.
It is the responsibility of students who are not able to attend a lecture/tutorial to liaise with other students to obtain content from missed classes. When available,ﾠlecture recording software (Echo360) will be used.ﾠStudents should be aware that lecture recording software is not available in all lecture theatres, and allocation of lecture rooms is out of the control of the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. Thus, the use of lecture recording software should not be assumed.ﾠ
Lectures will be recorded and made available to students wherever possible. Tutorials will not be recorded.ﾠ
Statement Regarding Provision of In-Class Content
Course notes will be provided on or via Learn.UQ (Blackboard) prior to course workshops whenever possible. Additional material and information conveyed during class contacts (i.e., workshops) will not be supplied to students in electronic form after the class has finished, unless planned as part of course activities. It is expected that students will take notes during classes to supplement the notes provided on Learn.UQ, as note taking enhances learning and recall of information. It is the responsibility of students who are not able to attend a workshop and class contact to liaise with other students to obtain content from missed classes. The nature and structure of the workshops and associated activities do not lend themselves to successful recording using centralised recording software, therefore recordings of workshops will not typically be made or provided to students.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
Filter activity type by
Please select
| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Tutorial |
Clinical Simulation Briefing (Tutorial) This is a one-off compulsory tutorial that must be attended by all students as it will cover important information and requirements regarding the sessional placement/simulation experience for OCTY2210. This session prepares students for the simulation learning experience and provides opportunity to discuss assessment items within the course, and will be delivered on campus face-to-face on Monday afternoon in week 1. |
|
Practical |
Hypertonicity Practical Workshop Students will attend a one-off Hypertonicity practical workshop in either weeks 10, 11, or 13 of semester. |
|
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 13 |
Lecture |
Pre-recorded Lecture content to support activities in tutorials |
Tutorial |
Tutorials to support learning Students will participate in weekly tutorials of 1.5 hours. Tutorials will be delivered as face-to-face sessions. |
|
Clinical Hours |
Clinical Simulation Experience Students will participate in a clinical learning experience on two (2) occasions during the semester: one Tuesday morning (formative) and one Thursday morning (summative). Students will be advised of their weekly and time allocation prior to start of semester (via InPlace). |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.