SCI 8042NEF
SCI 8042NEF |
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CLINICAL CHEMISTRY - PRACTICAL |
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Course Coordinator:
Simon Fung Loi Mo, BASc (CSU); MSc, Dip (CUHK); MAACB, FIBMS (UK): MB (ASCPi); Reg. MLT Part I (HK)
Course Developer:
Simon Fung Loi Mo
Advisory Prerequisite(s)
SCI 8030NEF, SCI 8032NEF
Aims
This course provides insights and understanding of the practical aspects of clinical chemistry, especially for students in the Medical Laboratory Science programme. Through the integration of theoretical concepts, visual aids, case histories and group discussions, students will acquire the necessary skills to develop and evaluate analytical techniques for assessing body fluids obtained in both normal and abnormal conditions.
Contents
The practical consists of the following topics which will be incorporated with the advancement of technology and contemporary concerns in the field:
Topic 1. Concepts of basic techniques
Topic 2. Quality control
Topic 3. Biomarkers testing with common and advanced technologies used in clinical chemistry
Topic 4. Laboratory measurement of biomarkers for diseases/disorders investigation
Learning support
Each practical class has four hours. It covers skills and techniques applicable in the diagnostic laboratory. The core value of this course lies in developing students’ practical skills in clinical chemistry laboratory at standard level. Therefore, the classes will be co-taught alongside undergraduate students in medical laboratory science. The practical classes are integrated with hands-on laboratory practice and question/problem-based learning. Furthermore, tutorials, brainstorming sessions and online activities featuring interactive multimedia are also included to enhance the practical classes.
Laboratory practice
Students will have hands-on laboratory practice, enabling them to consolidate their basic laboratory techniques and integrate them with knowledge acquired in theory.
Seminar / Problem-based learning
Problem-based learning uses a well-designed problem-based scenario to initiate students’ active and independent learning of the subject matter and integrates the theoretical input learnt from the course into clinical practice.
Assessment
Course assessment includes continuous assessment and a final practical examination. Overall Continuous Assessment Score (OCAS) includes laboratory reports and a practical test.
Set book(s)
There are no set books for this course. Major references will be used instead. Instructor will provide lecture notes and other necessary learning materials.
Students with disabilities or special educational needs
In accordance with HKMU policies and guidelines
