Studying online
There are now 2 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
Click on an offering mode for more details.
Unit Overview
- Description
This unit examines the general knowledge of the physiology of the respiratory system and the changes occurring during growth and development, with a particular focus on the infant and young child; the influence of differing anatomical structures on mechanical functioning of the respiratory system and methods used to assess this function; the principle of flow limitation and the application, assessment and limitations of this principle; the interactions between ventilation and diffusion and methods of assessing these physiological mechanisms; the principles of exercise physiology; and the interactions between the respiratory and cardiac systems and their resultant influence on ventilatory limitation.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) describe normal lung growth and development; (2) understand the physiological mechanisms that set lung volumes; (3) become familiar with the processes, concepts and anatomical structures that underlie gas exchange; (4) understand the influences of airway function on ventilation distribution and gas mixing in the lung; (5) understand the mechanical properties of the respiratory system and methods used to measure them; and (6) explain the physiological and mechanical factors that result in flow limitation.
- Assessment
This comprises (1) formative assessments—extended matching questions (EMQs) and modified essay questions (MEQs); (2) summative assessment—EMQs and MEQs relevant to online lecture topics; and (3) written assignments based on a series of questions relevant to the supplied readings to assist students to obtain essential knowledge from the readings and to demonstrate understanding.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit rules
- Prerequisites
- a medicine, science
or allied health degree.
In line with University Policy, international students must have demonstrated competence in the English language.
Students must have computer facilities and access to the web from their location of study.
Approved quota: 12 - Contact hours
- online tuition: 55—5.5 hours per week for 10 weeks (plus reading time)
- Note
- This is one of four units in the Graduate Certificate in Paediatric Respiratory Science, offered by staff of the Department of Respiratory Medicine at Princess Margaret Hospital, through the School of Paediatrics and Child Health, UWA. Contact the School on +61 8 9340 8591 or email [email protected] for further details.
- Text
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West, J. Respiratory Physiology: the Essentials, 8th edn: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins 2008
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.