Course coordinator
Dr Rebecca Packer
Please send an email to rebecca.packer@uq.edu.au to arrange an appointment.�
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
Development of competencies in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of paediatric, adult and complex dysphagic cases as well as an understanding of the assessment and management of swallowing and communication disorders following head and neck surgery.
This course aims to enable you to develop foundation knowledge in the area of swallowing and to develop professional competencies in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of paediatric and adult swallowing disorders. It also provides an understanding of the management of swallowing and communication disorders associated with tracheostomy management and head and neck cancer.ﾠ
Course requirements
Assumed background
This course will build on anatomy, physiology, and introductory courses taught during first and second year. In particular, students should review the anatomy and physiology of the oral cavity, larynx, pharynx, and respiratory mechanism as well as the SPCH1100 lecture on the topic of "Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders". It is assumed that students will have an understanding of normal speech production and vocal function.
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
ANAT1022, ANAT2005, PHYL2063, PHYL2065, SPCH1100
Restrictions
BSpPath
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Rebecca Packer
Professor Elizabeth Ward
Dr Jeanne Marshall
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
A detailed course outline is provided on the SPCH3206 Blackboard site.ﾠ
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to enable you to develop foundation knowledge in the area of swallowing and to develop professional competencies in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of paediatric and adult swallowing disorders.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Identify and describe the clinical features, behaviours and characteristics of adults and children with swallowing disorders (Professional Standards 1.3, 1.5, 2.5, 2.6, 3.2, 3.3)
LO2.
Describe assessments to evaluate the swallowing skills of adults and children (Professional Standards 1.1, 1.5, 3.2)
LO3.
Analyse and interpret assessment data to differentially diagnose adults and children with swallowing disorders (Professional Standards 1.1, 1.3, 2.5, 2.6, 3.3)
LO4.
Analyse and integrate data to develop client and family-centred management plans for swallowing disorders in adults and children (Professional Standards 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.2, 2.5, 2.6, 3.3, 3.4)
LO5.
Identify, describe, and implement a range of intervention approaches used in the management of swallowing disorders in adults and children (Professional Standards 1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 2.5, 2.6, 3.4)
LO6.
Monitor and evaluate the progress of adults and children with swallowing disorders and modify interventions in line with these needs (Professional Standards 1.3, 2.2, 2.5, 3.4)
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination |
In-Semester Exam (Inspera)
|
20% |
22/08/2024 7:00 pm
This exam will be completed in Inspera with access using a link provided in the Blackboard course site. The exam will be made available for completion from 8:00am to 7:00pm on Thursday 22nd August 2024. Students will have 60 minutes to complete the exam within this timeframe. Students may only attempt to complete the exam once. |
| Examination |
Final Exam (Week 9)
|
40% MUST PASS |
17/09/2024
This examination will be held during the normal Tuesday lecture time slot in week 9 of semester and will be an on-campus, invigilated, paper-based exam. |
| Essay/ Critique | Case Study Assignment | 40% |
30/09/2024 1:00 pm |
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
In-Semester Exam (Inspera)
- Identity Verified
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
22/08/2024 7:00 pm
This exam will be completed in Inspera with access using a link provided in the Blackboard course site. The exam will be made available for completion from 8:00am to 7:00pm on Thursday 22nd August 2024. Students will have 60 minutes to complete the exam within this timeframe. Students may only attempt to complete the exam once.
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
Task description
This mid-semester exam will assess content covered in lectures during Weeks 1 - 4 of the semester. Questions will be made up of a mix of multiple choice, multiple-response , in-line choice, matching/pairing, hotspot, and inline gap match questions. This is an online, non-invigilated assessment.
Exam details
| Planning time | no planning time minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Calculator options | Any calculator permitted |
| Open/closed book | Open Book examination |
| Exam platform | Inspera |
| Invigilation | Not invigilated |
Submission guidelines
Examination will automatically submit after allocated time or due time has elapsed.
If students experience any technical difficulties and are unable to complete the exam, it is important to document the problem and contact the Library AskUs service for advice as soon as possible:
Chat: support.my.uq.edu.au/app/chat/chat_launch_lib
Phone: +61 7 3335 7047
Email: examsupport@library.uq.edu.au
Students should also ask for an email documenting the advice provided so that this can be provided to the course coordinator immediately at: rebecca.packer@uq.edu.au
If required, information regarding how to apply for a deferred examination can be found at: https://my.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/manage-my-program/exams-and-assessment/deferring-exam
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
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.
Late submission
Exams submitted after the end of the submission time will incur a late penalty.
Final Exam (Week 9)
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 40% MUST PASS
- Due date
17/09/2024
This examination will be held during the normal Tuesday lecture time slot in week 9 of semester and will be an on-campus, invigilated, paper-based exam.
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
Task description
The final examination will assess content covered through out the semester. This includes Adult Dysphagia, Paediatric Dysphagia, Tracheostomy Management and Head and Neck Cancer. The final examination will case based information and short answer questions.
Hurdle requirements
Students much achieve a 55% pass rate to pass this examination. Students must pass this examination to pass this course.Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Calculator options | No calculators permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Materials | No other permitted materials. |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
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.
Case Study Assignment
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique
- Weight
- 40%
- Due date
30/09/2024 1:00 pm
Task description
In this assignment, students are provided with case information and case data for an adult or paediatric dysphagia case. Students can select which case they complete their assignment on. Students are required to 1) introduce the case they have selected and present the relevant case information and research literature regarding the client’s medical diagnosis and presenting feeding/swallowing disorder; 2) integrate the available information and assessment results to provide a diagnostic summary; 3) outline their recommendations and management plan supported by an integration of case information and research literature; 4) develop an educational handout/resource to support the family’s learning.
Case data will be released in week 5 of semester.
Submission guidelines
Assignments to be submitted via TurnItIn with an SHRS coversheet included.
Submitting assessment in Blackboard and Turnitin
When assessment is submitted through Blackboard you 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 through Turnitin you 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: https://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.
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.
An application for an Extension of Assessment Due Date for medical grounds and/or other exceptional circumstances shall be submitted by lodging the appropriate (online) form with supporting documentation by the due date . Students will be notified of the outcome of their request via the myRequests section of my.UQ (and an email sent to their student account).
Additional details associated with extension requests, including acceptable and unacceptable reasons, may be found at my.UQ.
Late submission
Late submission of assessment items will attract a penalty of 10% of the mark per day late or, for work graded on a 1-7 scale, a deduction of one grade per day (including weekends and public holidays), unless a formal extension has been organised prior to the due date and time.
Requests for extension of assessment due date must be made online, via your my.UQ portal prior to the submission date and time. Late applications may not be accepted. The request must also contain documentation satisfactorily supporting the request. If an extension is approved, you will be notified via your my.UQ portal and the new date for submission provided.
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 below. |
| 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 below. |
| 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 below. |
| 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 below. |
| 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 below. |
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, as follows:ﾠFinal Exam (week 9).ﾠYou must pass this item 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
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.
Resubmission/Resit of Assessment Items
A resit or resubmission of assessment items is not available for this course.
Submitting assessment in Blackboard and Turnitiny
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
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Lecture notes and additional resourcesﾠwill beﾠavailable on the SPCH3206ﾠBlackboard site. Students are encouraged to use the Ed Discussion board on Blackboard. The forum will be checked once a week on Thursday by the Course Coordinator between weeks 1-10 of semester. Students are encouraged to respond to each others' queries. In the interest of equity, there will be no response to individual emails regarding course content or assessment. All student questions regarding course content and assessment will be addressed in class or on the relevant discussion board.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks |
Lecture |
Adult Dysphagia Series of lectures that regarding an introduction to swallowing disorders, understanding the normal swallow, alternations to the normal swallow, dysphagia therapy, clinical evaluation of swallowing, instrumental assessment of swallowing, clinical decision making and reporting, and interviewing. |
Lecture |
Paediatric Dysphagia Series of lectures regarding typical feeding development and assessment of paediatric dysphagia. |
|
Practical |
Dysphagia simulation learning activities Students will participate in interactive simulations in weeks 5 and 7 of the semester. These practicals will provide students with an opportunity to further develop clinical skills in the management of adults and children with dysphagia. |
|
Lecture |
Tracheostomy Management Series of lectures on the speech pathologist's role in tracheostomy management. |
|
Lecture |
Head & Neck Cancer Series of lectures on the assessment and management of speech and swallowing following head and neck cancer |
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.