VSC708 Advanced Clinical Practicum 1 (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Animal and Vet Science (ANVET)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
The aim of this subject is for advancement of clinical skills and knowledge in the selected discipline or related disciplines through specialised training and exposure to professional clinical practice either on-campus or externally. Candidates will develop cognitive skills that demonstrate expert understanding of knowledge underpinning the discipline(s) and undertake critical reflection of that theory and practice.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Wagga Wagga | Session 2 |
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: VSC708
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Enrolment restrictions:
This subject is restricted to students enrolled in the Doctor of Veterinary Studies
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- Be able to demonstrate intellectual independence through exposure to clinical practice during placement on campus or externally and application of advanced knowledge and skills in the selected discipline(s)
- Be able to develop advanced cognitive skills to demonstrate expert understanding of theoretical knowledge underpinning the discipline, and demonstrate practical clinical skills.
- Be able to reflect critically on theory and professional practice and evaluate common practices
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- This subject will involve identification of goals and learning objectives of the professional placement and scholarly preparation.
- The subject will involve placement in an enterprise on or off campus for at least 3 weeks. During this period, the student gains exposure to professional clinical practice, either in the nominated primary discipline or a related discipline. During the placement, the students are required to document all exposures in written log-books, which are submitted at the end of the subject for marking. In addition, students deliver a presentation of their experiences to enable demonstration of accruement of new knowledge at the fore-front of the discipline.
Specialised Resources
Travel to external sites
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.