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BMS329 - Clinical Neurophysiology

Table of Contents

Subject Summary ...................................................................................................................2 Subject Coordinator ...............................................................................................................2

Subject Coordinator ..................................................................................................2 Email ..........................................................................................................................2 Phone .........................................................................................................................2 Campus ......................................................................................................................2 Building/Room number ............................................................................................2 Consultation procedures ..........................................................................................2

Subject Overview....................................................................................................................2 Abstract ......................................................................................................................2 Learning outcomes....................................................................................................3 Subject content .........................................................................................................3 Key subjects...............................................................................................................4 Assumed knowledge .................................................................................................4

Subject Schedule & Delivery ..................................................................................................4 Prescribed text...........................................................................................................4 Class/tutorial times and location .............................................................................4 Schedule ....................................................................................................................4 Learning materials.....................................................................................................5 Learning, teaching and support strategies ..............................................................5 Recommended student time commitment .............................................................5

Assessment Items ...................................................................................................................6 Essential requirements to pass this subject.............................................................6 Items ..........................................................................................................................6

Clinical investigation of a neuropathy ........................................................6 Preparation of a clinical report..................................................................11 Module 1 test ..............................................................................................16 Module 2 test ..............................................................................................18 Module 3 test ..............................................................................................20

Assessment Information ......................................................................................................23 Academic integrity ..................................................................................................23 Referencing..............................................................................................................23 How to submit your assessment items ..................................................................23

Online submission process........................................................................23 Postal submission process ........................................................................24 Hand delivered submission process .........................................................24 Alternative submission process ................................................................24

Extensions................................................................................................................24 How to apply for special consideration..................................................................25 Penalties for late submission..................................................................................25 Resubmission ..........................................................................................................25

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Feedback processes ................................................................................................25 Assessment return...................................................................................................25

Student Feedback & Learning Analytics ..............................................................................25 Evaluation of subjects .............................................................................................25 Changes and actions based on student feedback .................................................26 Learning analytics ...................................................................................................26

Services & Support ...............................................................................................................26 Develop your study skills ........................................................................................26 Library Services .......................................................................................................26

Policies & Regulations ..........................................................................................................27 Subject Outline as a reference document..............................................................27

Subject Summary

BMS329 - Clinical Neurophysiology Session 1 2020 Faculty of Science School of Biomedical Sciences Distance Mode Credit Points 8

Welcome to a new session of study at Charles Sturt University. Please refer to the University's Acknowledgement of Country (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/acknowledgement-of- country).

Subject Coordinator

Subject Coordinator Andrew Delaney Email [email protected] Phone (02) 63657585 Campus Orange Building/Room number A96

Consultation procedures The subject coordinator will be available for student consultation. You will normally be informed of the details of such consultation via your subject site or other method.

Subject Overview

Abstract BMS329 provides a theoretical basis and describes the practical application of clinical neurophysiological measurement. The subject examines peripheral neurophysiological

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measurement (EMG and nerve conduction studies) and central nervous system measurement using EEG and sensory evoked potentials. The subject relates the practical application of these techniques to their use in assessing nervous system function and provides opportunity to relate the Interpretation of clinical measurements to the pathophysiologic processes in relevant nervous system disorders.

Learning outcomes Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

• be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of the methodology used in nerve conduction studies, EMG studies, sensory evoked potential studies and EEG, including the characteristics of electrodes, the placement of electrodes in various configurations or montages.

• be able to relate the physiology of the the peripheral nerves and muscles to the signals recorded in nerve conduction studies and EMG.

• be able to describe the rationale for performing nerve conduction and EMG studies • be able to provide interpretation of nerve conduction studies or EMG studies. • be able to describe the rationale for performing visual, brainstem auditory and

somatosensory evoked potentials • be able to relate the signals in sensory evoked potential recordings to the neural

generators in each system. • be able to provide interpretation of abnormalities in evoked potential studies. • be able to describe the features of the normal EEG including the distribution,

frequencies and features of waveforms. • be able to relate the EEG correlates with the clinical classification of epileptiform

activity • be able to explain the rationale behind techniques to induce epileptiform activity • be able to describe the features of the abnormal EEG in relevant disease states like

epilepsy, or after traumatic injury. • be able to prepare protocols for conducting a clinical electrophysiological

investigation • be able to prepare a report of a clinical electrophysiological investigation.

Subject content

Module 1: Nerve conduction studies Topic 1: The neuromuscular system Topic 2: Membrane physiology Topic 3: Nerve conduction studies

Module 2: Evoked potential studies Topic 1: Basic science of evoked potentials Topic 2: Brainstem auditory evoked potentials Topic 3: Visual evoked potentials Topic 4: Somatosensory evoked potentials

Module 3: The electroencephalograph Topic 1: Technical aspects of the EEG Topic 2: The normal EEG Topic 3: The abnormal EEG

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Topic 4: The EEG and epilepsy Topic 5: The EEG and other neurological and medical conditions

Key subjects Passing a key subject is one of the indicators of satisfactory academic progress through your course. You must pass the key subjects in your course at no more than two attempts. The first time you fail a key subject you will be at risk of exclusion; if you fail a second time you will be excluded from the course.

The Academic Progress Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00250) sets out the requirements and procedures for satisfactory academic progress, for the exclusion of students who fail to progress satisfactorily and for the termination of enrolment for students who fail to complete in the maximum allowed time.

Assumed knowledge BMS130

Subject Schedule & Delivery

Prescribed text The textbooks required for each of your enrolled subjects can also be found via the Student Portal Textbooks (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/study-essentials/textbooks) page. Greenfield, L. J., Geyer, J. D. & Carney, P. R. (2010) Reading EEGs; a practical approach. Philadelphia PA. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Publ.

Class/tutorial times and location Your class times can be found at Timetable @ CSU (http://timetable.csu.edu.au/), noting that a timetable may not apply to this online offering. Find out how to use Timetable @ CSU via the Student Portal Class Timetable (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/study-essentials/timetable) page.

Schedule

Session Week CommencingDate Topic/Module Other information

1 2 March Module 1 / Topic 1

2 9 March Module 1 / Topic 2

3 16 March Module 1 / Topic 3 Module 1 Test (20-22March)

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Session Week CommencingDate Topic/Module Other information

4 23 March Module 2 / Topic 1 Census Date (27 March)

5 30 March Module 2 / Topic 2

6 6 April Module 2 / Topic 3 and4 Module 2 Test (9-12 April)

7 13 April Mid-session Break

8 20 April Mid-session Break Assignment 1 Due (26April)

9 27 April Module 3 / Topic 1

10 4 May Module 3 / Topic 2

11 11 May Module 3 / Topic 3

12 18 May Module 3 / Topic 4

13 25 May Module 3 / Topic 5 Assignment 2 Due (29 May)

14 1 June Revision Module 3 Test (TBA)

Examination Weeks 8 June

Learning materials Details of learning materials that support your success in this subject can be found in the Interact2 Subject Site.

Learning, teaching and support strategies Learning in this subject is guided by the study modules and online subject forum, the assignments and the exam . The suggested study schedule provides guidance on the expected time required to complete each topic. eLectures will be posted to the interact 2 resources site and discussion topics will be posted to the Online Subject forum weekly to generate discussion of each topic. Students are encouraged to relate theory to practice in the assessment tasks and are encouraged to contact the subject coordinator as required.

Recommended student time commitment This subject code is an 8 point subject. The CSU Subject Policy states that a standard 8 point subject should require you to spend up to 160 hours engaged in the learning and teaching activities. These activities include the time spent in preparation for assessment, including study for examinations, tests, and assignment preparation.

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The following is a recommended breakdown of the hours allocated for successful completion of this:

Weekly topic reading and review of topic learning objectives: 4-6 hours per week

Preparation for tests : 4-10 hours for each test.

Assignment preparation: 60-80 hrs.

Assessment Items

Essential requirements to pass this subject To qualify for a pass grade (or better) students must:

• Score an aggregate mark of 50% or better in the module review tests, • Score an aggregate total assessment mark that surpasses the pass/fail boundary

(50%), • Complete and submit all assessment items.

Items Item No. Title Value Due Date* Return Date**

1 Clinical investigation of a neuropathy 20% 26-Apr-2020 19-May-2020

2 Preparation of a clinical report 30% 29-May-2020 23-Jun-2020

3 Module 1 test 5% 22-Mar-2020 -

4 Module 2 test 10% 12-Apr-2020 -

5 Module 3 test 35% To be advised -

* Due date is the last date for assessment items to be received at the University ** Applies only to assessment items submitted by the due date

Assessment item 1 - Clinical investigation of a neuropathy Value: 20% Due Date: 26-Apr-2020 Return Date: 19-May-2020 Length: 1500 words Submission method options: EASTS (online)

TASK You will be provided with a scenario consistent with a common neuropathy . Your task is to research and describe potential neuropathies consistent with the scenario provided and

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outline how the specific details within the scenario align with the syndrome. You will then propose and justify an electrophysiological investigation (nerve conduction, myographic and evoked potential study methods only) you would recommend to diagnose the condition.

RATIONALE

SUBJECT LEARNING OUTCOMES

This assessment task will assess the following learning outcome/s: • be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of the methodology used in nerve

conduction studies, EMG studies, sensory evoked potential studies and EEG, including the characteristics of electrodes, the placement of electrodes in various configurations or montages.

• be able to relate the physiology of the the peripheral nerves and muscles to the signals recorded in nerve conduction studies and EMG.

• be able to describe the rationale for performing nerve conduction and EMG studies • be able to prepare protocols for conducting a clinical electrophysiological

investigation

This assignment will provide an opportunity to investigate common neuropathic conditions and demonstrate the use of Nerve Conduction Studies and Evoked Potential Studies in diagnosing these conditions. The assignment will also allow you to plan a series of investigative recordings to make a definitive diagnosis of your hypothetical neuropathy and to justify this plan based on methods described in the literature. This assignment addresses several learning outcomes for this subject; it will allow you to demonstrate your understanding of the rationale for performing Nerve Conduction Studies and Evoked Potential Studies, to relate the expected changes in the physiology of affected nerves to signals recorded in NCS and EMG as diagnostic methods and explain the physiological interpretation of these results using a hypothetical case study. Finally, this assignment will provide an opportunity for you to develop your academic research and writing skills .

GRADUATE LEARNING OUTCOMES

This task also contributes to the assessment of the following CSU Graduate Learning Outcome/s (https://student.csu.edu.au/study/glo):

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Knowledge) - CSU Graduates understand the use and structure of appropriate language in written, oral, visual, mathematical, and multi-modal communication.

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Skill) - CSU Graduates demonstrate the literacy and numeracy skills necessary to understand and interpret information and communicate effectively according to the context.

• Information and Research Literacies (Knowledge) - CSU Graduates demonstrate that disciplinary knowledge is developed through research and evidence.

• Information and Research Literacies (Skill) - CSU Graduates demonstrate the skills required to locate, access and critically evaluate existing information and data.

• Information and Research Literacies (Application) - CSU Graduates synthesize and apply information and data to different contexts to facilitate planning, problem solving and decision making.

• Professional Practice (Skill) - CSU Graduates demonstrate discipline-specific technical capabilities and self-appraisal required for a beginning practitioner or professional.

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MARKING CRITERIA AND STANDARDS

Task Name: Investigation of a clinical neuropathy. Student Number: Student Name:

Weighting: 20 % Standards

Criteria HD DI CR PS FL

Standard of Writing. Grammar and spelling Organisation (appropriate sections, titles and subtitles) Appropriate language

No spelling or grammatical errors, sections organised into an appropriate introduction, body and conclusion, appropriate language and expression.

Minor spelling or grammatical errors, sections mostly organised into an appropriate introduction, body and conclusion, mostly appropriate language and expression.

Some spelling or grammatical errors, sections mostly organised into an appropriate introduction but some areas seem misplaced, body and conclusion, some inappropriate language and expression.

Multiple spelling or grammatical errors, sections not well organised into an appropriate introduction, body and conclusion, some inappropriate language and expression.

Poor spelling or grammatical errors throughout, not organised into an appropriate introduction, body and conclusion, a high level of inappropriate language and expression.

Marks /10 8.5 - 10 7.5 – 8.5 6.5-7.5 5-6.5 <5

Use of reference material Appropriate references Appropriate use Correct referencing

Appropriate references cited. References all used appropriately. Correct intext and bibliographic formatting.

A few inappropriate references. References mostly used appropriately. Mostly correct intext and bibliographic formatting.

Several inappropriate references. References mostly used appropriately but some errors. Some errors in intext and bibliographic formatting.

Some appropriate references, but some overuse of review articles or inappropriate references. Some references used inappropriately. Consistent errors in intext or bibliographic formatting.

No references or all mostly inappropriate references. References used inappropriately (quoted directly, misinterpreted). Incorrect intext or bibliographic formatting

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Marks /10 8.5 - 10 7.5 – 8.5 6.5-7.5 5-6.5 <5

Introduction Provides appropriate background information Introduces the article. Organised logically

Concisely and logically organised. Contains appropriate info on the disease to allow the reader to understand the material in the later sections. Relates the case study well. Outlines the scope of the article.

Mostly Concise but not logically organised. Contains some appropriate info on the disease to allow the reader to mostly understand the material in the later sections. Some intro of the case study. Some indication of the scope of the article.

Contains mostly relevant info to introduce the disease but some info required for understanding the later sections is missing. The intro is not organised logically or is in-concise. Some outline of the case study. Scope of the article not stated well or accurately.

Basic details on the disease given, but without sufficient detail to understand the later sections. Some poor organisation of info or little logical flow. Little mention of case study details. The scope of the article is not stated well.

Info in the review is just a generic description of the disease and drug that doesn’t relate to the topic being discussed or the case study. Not organised of concise. The intro does not indicate what the article will be about.

Marks /20 17-20 15-17 12.5-15 10-12.5 <10

Body of the article. Outlines the clinical investigations Justifies the investigation based on case details. Based on the appropriate literature

Concise and logically organised. Appropriate clinical investigation provided. Description of the investigation supported by relating to the case context. appropriately.

Mostly concise and somewhat logically organised. Appropriate clinical investigation provided. Description of the investigation somewhat supported by relating to the case

Some parts inconcise and some parts not well organised. Mostly appropriate clinical investigation provided. Description of the investigation not well supported by relating to the case context.

Largely inconcise and not well organised. Some inappropriate clinical investigation provided. Description of the investigation poorly supported by relating to the case context.

Mostlly inconcise and poorly organised. Inappropriate clinical investigation provided. Description of the

investigation not supported by relating to the case context.

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context.

Marks /30 25.5-30 22.5-25.5 20.5-22.5 15-20.5 <15

Conclusion and Protocol Conclusion sums up the article and draws a conclusion. Protocol is explicit.

Conclusion sums up the article well and summarises the main points presented. Includes a definitive conclusion. Finishes the article well. Detailed and accurate protocol.

Conclusion sums up the article well and summarises the main points presented but lacks a definitive conclusion. Somewhat finishes the article appropriately. Detailed protocol but missing some details

Conclusion doesn’t summarise the evidence presented and /or lacks a definitive conclusion. Doesn’t finish the article very well.. OK protocol but has minor errors or missing some required details

Vague conclusion that doesn’t summarise the article and lacks a conclusion. Doesn’t finish the article very well. Basic protocol. Insufficient details or significant errors.

No conclusion or inappropriate conclusion not related to the article. No conclusion drawn, article appears incomplete. Poor or no protocol provided.

Marks /30 25.5-30 22.5-25.5 20.5-22.5 15-20.5 <15

Total Mark /100 Grade:

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PRESENTATION The assignment will be in the form of a short report (maximum 1500 words). The assignment should include an appropriate title, and subtitles to identify the introduction section containing a literature-based investigation of the condition, and a clinical investigation section describing and justifying the clinical recordings to be made and a protocol for one of the recordings. All references cited in the text should appear in a reference list appended.

REQUIREMENTS 1500 words maximum (not including the reference list appended), using 12 point font (Times New Roman) with a minimum 1.5 line spacing.

Referencing should follow APA referencing style (a guide will be provided as a resource through Interact or is available from the CSU library website).

Submission is via EASTS only.

Assessment item 2 - Preparation of a clinical report Value: 30% Due Date: 29-May-2020 Return Date: 23-Jun-2020 Length: 2000 words maximum Submission method options: EASTS (online)

TASK You will be provided with a detailed case study including a number of EEG recordings. You will prepare a detailed clinical report using this information, following the guidelines for preparing a clinical report on PP 70-72 of the textbook.

RATIONALE

SUBJECT LEARNING OUTCOMES

This assessment task will assess the following learning outcome/s: • be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of the methodology used in nerve

conduction studies, EMG studies, sensory evoked potential studies and EEG, including the characteristics of electrodes, the placement of electrodes in various configurations or montages.

• be able to describe the features of the normal EEG including the distribution, frequencies and features of waveforms.

• be able to relate the EEG correlates with the clinical classification of epileptiform activity

• be able to explain the rationale behind techniques to induce epileptiform activity • be able to describe the features of the abnormal EEG in relevant disease states like

epilepsy, or after traumatic injury. • be able to prepare a report of a clinical electrophysiological investigation.

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This assignment will model the experience you might have as a professional clinical neurophysiologist. It will provide an opportunity to interpret EEG data to make an EEG-based diagnosis and to relate this to clinical observations to provide a clinical interpretation and differential diagnosis. This assignment will require you to discuss the distribution, frequency and amplitude of normal EEG wave forms and changes in these asscociated with disease and/ or brain injury, explain the clinical classification of epileptiform activity and the EEG correlates and explain the rationale behind techniques to induce epileptiform activity as part of an EEG examination.This assignment addresses several learning objectives of this subject. You will demonstrate your ability to describe the features of normal EEG including the distribution features and waveforms, to describe the features of abnormal EEG in a disease state and to relate these EEG correlates to the clinical classification of the epileptiform activity. It will also provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your abilities to prepare a report for a clinical electrophysiological investigation, and develop your professional writing skills.

GRADUATE LEARNING OUTCOMES

This task also contributes to the assessment of the following CSU Graduate Learning Outcome/s (https://student.csu.edu.au/study/glo):

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Knowledge) - CSU Graduates understand the use and structure of appropriate language in written, oral, visual, mathematical, and multi-modal communication.

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Skill) - CSU Graduates demonstrate the literacy and numeracy skills necessary to understand and interpret information and communicate effectively according to the context.

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Application) - CSU Graduates consider the context, purpose, and audience when gathering, interpreting, constructing, and presenting information.

• Information and Research Literacies (Knowledge) - CSU Graduates demonstrate that disciplinary knowledge is developed through research and evidence.

• Information and Research Literacies (Skill) - CSU Graduates demonstrate the skills required to locate, access and critically evaluate existing information and data.

• Information and Research Literacies (Application) - CSU Graduates synthesize and apply information and data to different contexts to facilitate planning, problem solving and decision making.

• Professional Practice (Knowledge) - CSU Graduates possess the knowledge and understanding of the discipline and the nature of professionalism required for the given profession or discipline in contemporary societies.

• Professional Practice (Skill) - CSU Graduates demonstrate discipline-specific technical capabilities and self-appraisal required for a beginning practitioner or professional.

• Professional Practice (Application) - CSU Graduates exercise professionalism, initiative and judgement in decision making, actions and evaluation in professional practice at the level of a beginning practitioner or professional.

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MARKING CRITERIA AND STANDARDS

Task Name: Preparation of a clinical report.

Student Number: Student Name:

Weighting: 30% Standards

Criteria HD DI CR PS FL

Standard of Writing.

Grammar and spelling

Organisation

Appropriate language

Extremely well written with no spelling or grammatical errors, sections organised into appropriate report sections according to the specified format. appropriate language and expression.

Well written with few spelling or grammatical errors, sections mostly organised into an appropriate report sections, mostly appropriate language and expression.

Well written with few spelling or grammatical errors, sections mostly organised into appropriate report sections but some areas seem misplaced, some inappropriate language and expression.

The writing is OK but there are some spelling or grammatical errors and/or some sections not well organised into an appropriate report format, there may be some inappropriate language and expression.

Poor spelling or grammatical errors throughout, not organised into an appropriate report format, a high level of inappropriate language and expression.

Marks /6 6 5 4 3 <3

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Use of reference material

Appropriate references

Appropriate use

Correct referencing

Appropriate references cited.

References all used appropriately.

Correct in-text and bibliographic formatting.

Appropriate references mostly used correctly.

Mostly correct in-text and bibliographic formatting.

Appropriate References mostly used correctly with few errors.

Some errors in in-text and bibliographic formatting.

some inappropriate references, but some references used inappropriately or missing

Referencing format mostly correct with some minor errors.

No references or all inappropriate references. References used inappropriately (quoted directly, misinterpreted).

Incorrect in-text or bibliographic formatting

Marks /6

6 5 4 3 <3

Report Section

Appropriate information in report sections.

Organised logically.

Appropriate interpretation and diagnosis.

Contains appropriate info in the report sections. Provides a comprehensive EEG interpretation.

Provides a concise diagnosis based on the case study evidence and EEG.

Concisely and logically organised.

Mostly concise and logically organised. Mostly contains appropriate info in the report sections. Provides some EEG interpretation.

Provides a diagnosis based on the case study evidence and EEG.

Mostly concisely and logically organised.

Mostly contains appropriate info in most of the report sections. Provides some EEG interpretation, but some errors.

Provides a diagnosis but not well based on the case study evidence and EEG.

Provides basic EEG interpretation but may have some errors or missing interpretation.

Provides a diagnosis but based on the case study evidence and EEG.

Contains some appropriate info in some of the report sections.

In-concise and poorly organised. Contains inappropriate info in some of the report sections. Provides no EEG interpretation and/ or has extensive errors.

Provides no diagnosis based on the case study evidence or EEG.

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Marks /12

11-12 9-10 7-8 5-6 <5

Discussion section.

Excellent discussion of the findings and diagnosis. Appropriate qualification of the diagnosis. Well related to published findings to support the diagnosis appropriately. Ends with an appropriate conclusion.

Good discussion of the findings and diagnosis. Some qualification of the diagnosis. Somewhat related to published findings to support the diagnosis appropriately. Ends with an OK conclusion.

Good discussion of the findings and diagnosis. basic qualification of the diagnosis or/not related to published findings to support the diagnosis appropriately. Ends with a basic conclusion.

Some discussion of the findings and diagnosis but little qualification of the diagnosis and not related to published findings to support the diagnosis appropriately. Brief conclusion only.

No discussion of the findings and diagnosis. No conclusion.

Marks /6 6 5 4 3 <3

Total Mark / 30

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PRESENTATION The assignment will be in the form of a formatted clinical report. The assignment should include and be formatted as described on pages 70-72 of the text, using appropriate subtitles to identify the sections required.

REQUIREMENTS 1. 2000 words maximum, using 12 point font (Times New Roman) with minimum 1.5 line spacing. 2. Any referencing should follow APA referencing style (a guide will be provided as a resource through Interact or is available from the CSU library website). 3. Submission is via EASTS only.

Assessment item 3 - Module 1 test Value: 5% Due Date: 22-Mar-2020 Duration: 40 min Submission method options: N/A - submission not required/applicable

REQUIREMENTS Module 1 test will be held as an online test of your knowledge and understanding of module 1. It will be available for you to sit in the week following completion of this module. You will have 40 min to complete 15 multiple choice questions (some questions will prompt for a short justification of your choice). You will be permitted to use your study resources to aid in this test.

The results for this test will be available for review 24 hours after the entire class has completed the test.

RATIONALE

SUBJECT LEARNING OUTCOMES

This assessment task will assess the following learning outcome/s: • be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of the methodology used in nerve

conduction studies, EMG studies, sensory evoked potential studies and EEG, including the characteristics of electrodes, the placement of electrodes in various configurations or montages.

• be able to relate the physiology of the the peripheral nerves and muscles to the signals recorded in nerve conduction studies and EMG.

• be able to describe the rationale for performing nerve conduction and EMG studies • be able to provide interpretation of nerve conduction studies or EMG studies.

The module 1 test will test for knowledge and understanding of the concepts presented in Topic 1. This will allow you to demonstrate a practical understanding of the methodology used

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in nerve conduction studies and EMG studies, to be able to relate the physiology of the the peripheral nerves and muscles to the signals recorded in nerve conduction studies and EMG, and to be able to provide interpretation of nerve conduction studies or EMG studies.

GRADUATE LEARNING OUTCOMES

This task also contributes to the assessment of the following CSU Graduate Learning Outcome/s (https://student.csu.edu.au/study/glo):

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Knowledge) - CSU Graduates understand the use and structure of appropriate language in written, oral, visual, mathematical, and multi-modal communication.

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Skill) - CSU Graduates demonstrate the literacy and numeracy skills necessary to understand and interpret information and communicate effectively according to the context.

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Application) - CSU Graduates consider the context, purpose, and audience when gathering, interpreting, constructing, and presenting information.

• Information and Research Literacies (Knowledge) - CSU Graduates demonstrate that disciplinary knowledge is developed through research and evidence.

• Information and Research Literacies (Skill) - CSU Graduates demonstrate the skills required to locate, access and critically evaluate existing information and data.

• Information and Research Literacies (Application) - CSU Graduates synthesize and apply information and data to different contexts to facilitate planning, problem solving and decision making.

MARKING CRITERIA AND STANDARDS

Task: Module 1 test Student Name: Student Number:

Weighting: 5 %

Standards

Criteria HD DI CR PS FL

Part A: 15 multiple choice questions testing your knowledge of module 1. Identify the most correct option.

Correctly answered 14-15 multiple choice questions.

Correctly answered 12-13 multiple choice questions.

Correctly answered 10-11 multiple choice questions.

Correctly answered 8-10 multiple choice questions.

Correctly answered 0-7 multiple choice questions.

Marks: 15

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MATERIAL PROVIDED BY THE UNIVERSITY Test is available online. no materials are provided.

MATERIAL PROVIDED BY THE STUDENT Test will be available via Test Centre in interact. Computer access and a reliable internet connection is required. Texts and subject resources may be used. Calculators may also be used.

Assessment item 4 - Module 2 test Value: 10% Due Date: 12-Apr-2020 Duration: 1 hour Submission method options: N/A - submission not required/applicable

REQUIREMENTS Module 2 test is an online test of your knowledge and understanding of module 2. It will be available for you to sit in the week following completion of Module 2. You will have 1 hour to complete 20 multiple choice and/or short answer questions. You will be permitted to use your study resources to aid in this test.

The results for this test will be available for review 48 hours after the entire class has completed the test.

RATIONALE

SUBJECT LEARNING OUTCOMES

This assessment task will assess the following learning outcome/s: • be able to describe the rationale for performing visual, brainstem auditory and

somatosensory evoked potentials • be able to relate the signals in sensory evoked potential recordings to the neural

generators in each system. • be able to provide interpretation of abnormalities in evoked potential studies.

Module 2 test will test for knowledge and understanding of the concepts presented in Module 2. This will allow you to demonstrate understanding of the methodology used in sensory evoked potential studies, including the characteristics of electrodes, the placement of

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electrodes in various configurations or montages, to demonstrate understanding of the signals in sensory evoked potential recordings to the neural generators in each system, and to be able to provide interpretation of nerve conduction studies or EMG studies.

GRADUATE LEARNING OUTCOMES

This task also contributes to the assessment of the following CSU Graduate Learning Outcome/s (https://student.csu.edu.au/study/glo):

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Knowledge) - CSU Graduates understand the use and structure of appropriate language in written, oral, visual, mathematical, and multi-modal communication.

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Skill) - CSU Graduates demonstrate the literacy and numeracy skills necessary to understand and interpret information and communicate effectively according to the context.

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Application) - CSU Graduates consider the context, purpose, and audience when gathering, interpreting, constructing, and presenting information.

• Information and Research Literacies (Knowledge) - CSU Graduates demonstrate that disciplinary knowledge is developed through research and evidence.

• Information and Research Literacies (Skill) - CSU Graduates demonstrate the skills required to locate, access and critically evaluate existing information and data.

• Information and Research Literacies (Application) - CSU Graduates synthesize and apply information and data to different contexts to facilitate planning, problem solving and decision making.

MARKING CRITERIA AND STANDARDS

Task: Module 2 test Student Name: Student Number:

Weighting: 10%

Standards

Criteria HD DI CR PS FL

Part A: 20 multiple choice questions testing your knowledge of Module 2. Identify the most correct option.

Correctly answered 18 - 20 multiple choice questions.

Correctly answered 15-17 multiple choice questions.

Correctly answered 13 -14 multiple choice questions.

Correctly answered 10-12 multiple choice questions.

Correctly answered 0-9 multiple choice questions.

Marks: 20

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MATERIAL PROVIDED BY THE UNIVERSITY Test is available online. no materials are provided.

MATERIAL PROVIDED BY THE STUDENT Test will be available via Test Centre in interact. Computer access and a reliable internet connection is required. Texts and subject resources may be used. Calculators may also be used.

Assessment item 5 - Module 3 test Value: 35% Due Date: To be advised Duration: 2 hour Submission method options: N/A - submission not required/applicable

REQUIREMENTS Module 3 test is an online test of your knowledge and understanding of module 3. It will be available for you to sit in the week following completion of the module (the final teaching week of session). You will have 2 hours to complete 30 multiple choice questions and to answer 5 short answer questions. You will be permitted to use your study resources to aid in this test.

The results for this test will be available for review three days after the entire class has completed the test.

RATIONALE

SUBJECT LEARNING OUTCOMES

This assessment task will assess the following learning outcome/s: • be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of the methodology used in nerve

conduction studies, EMG studies, sensory evoked potential studies and EEG, including the characteristics of electrodes, the placement of electrodes in various configurations or montages.

• be able to describe the rationale for performing visual, brainstem auditory and somatosensory evoked potentials

• be able to relate the signals in sensory evoked potential recordings to the neural generators in each system.

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• be able to provide interpretation of abnormalities in evoked potential studies. • be able to describe the features of the normal EEG including the distribution,

frequencies and features of waveforms. • be able to relate the EEG correlates with the clinical classification of epileptiform

activity • be able to explain the rationale behind techniques to induce epileptiform activity • be able to describe the features of the abnormal EEG in relevant disease states like

epilepsy, or after traumatic injury.

Topic test 3 will test for knowledge and understanding of the concepts presented in Topic 3. This will allow you to demonstrate a practical understanding of the methodology used in EEG, including the characteristics of electrodes, the placement of electrodes in various configurations or montages and techniques used to induce epileptiform activity, to be able to describe features of the normal EEG including the distribution, frequencies and features of waveforms, to be able to relate the EEG correlates with the clinical classification of epileptiform activity and to be able to describe the features of the abnormal EEG in relevant disease states like epilepsy, or after traumatic injury.

GRADUATE LEARNING OUTCOMES

This task also contributes to the assessment of the following CSU Graduate Learning Outcome/s (https://student.csu.edu.au/study/glo):

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Knowledge) - CSU Graduates understand the use and structure of appropriate language in written, oral, visual, mathematical, and multi-modal communication.

• Academic Literacy and Numeracy (Application) - CSU Graduates consider the context, purpose, and audience when gathering, interpreting, constructing, and presenting information.

• Professional Practice (Knowledge) - CSU Graduates possess the knowledge and understanding of the discipline and the nature of professionalism required for the given profession or discipline in contemporary societies.

MARKING CRITERIA AND STANDARDS

Task: Module 3 test Student Name: Student Number:

Weighting: 35 %

Standards

Criteria HD DI CR PS FL

Part A: 30 multiple choice questions testing your knowledge of Module

Correctly answered 28-30 multiple choice questions.

Correctly answered 25-27 multiple choice questions.

Correctly answered 20-24 multiple choice questions.

Correctly answered 15-19 multiple choice questions.

Correctly answered 0-14 multiple choice questions.

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3. Identify the most correct option.

Marks: 15

Part B: 5 short answer questions covering Module 3. Marks will be awarded for questions depending on how correct the content is and whether the answer addresses the question asked.

Detailed answers containing correct content and address the questions asked. 18-20 marks.

Answers contain mostly correct content and address the questions asked. 15-17 marks.

Answers contain correct content which mostly addresses the questions asked. 13-14 marks.

Answers contain some basic correct content, some of which addresses the questions asked. 10-13 marks.

No answer or answers containing little correct content. Answers do not address the questions asked. Illegible answers. 0 - 9 marks.

Marks: 20

Total Mark:

MATERIAL PROVIDED BY THE UNIVERSITY Test is available online. no materials are provided.

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MATERIAL PROVIDED BY THE STUDENT Test will be available via Test Centre in interact. Computer access and a reliable internet connection is required. Texts and subject resources may be used. Calculators may also be used.

Assessment Information

Academic integrity Academic integrity means acting with honesty, fairness and responsibility, and involves observing and maintaining ethical standards in all aspects of academic work. This subject assumes that you understand what constitutes plagiarism, cheating and collusion. If you are a new student we expect you to complete the modules called Academic Integrity at CSU (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/integrity/academic-integrity-course).

Charles Sturt University treats plagiarism seriously. We may use Turnitin to check your submitted work for plagiarism. You can use Turnitin to check for plagiarism (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/integrity/referencing-at-csu/checking) in your assessments before submission.

Referencing Referencing is an important component of academic work. All assessment tasks should be appropriately referenced. The specific details of the referencing requirements are included in each assessment task description. Get referencing style guides and help (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/integrity/referencing-at-csu) to use for your assessments.

How to submit your assessment items

ONLINE SUBMISSION PROCESS

Assessment tasks are to be submitted electronically to the CSU Assignment Section via EASTS (Electronic Assignment Submission Tracking System).

In order to access EASTS, click on the EASTS link in the menu bar on the left hand side. This will take you to the EASTS site where you are provided with step-by-step instructions to guide you through the online submission process. EASTS has a help function that will allow you to print out instructions to assist you in this process if required.

Note:

• A message will be sent to the email address, as recorded on the system under 'My Email', confirming the receipt of your assessment task via EASTS.

• A duplicate assignment cover sheet will be attached to the assessment task on receipt

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at CSU. • Assessment tasks submitted electronically via EASTS will be returned, after marking,

(in most cases) by post, not electronically.

POSTAL SUBMISSION PROCESS Postal submission is not permitted, except in exceptional circumstances. All assignments must be submitted via CSUs online submission system - EASTS.

HAND DELIVERED SUBMISSION PROCESS

ALTERNATIVE SUBMISSION PROCESS Additional exams or additional assessments will only be awarded if you: 1. have a marginal fail in a subject where a marginal fail is defined as a mark which fails into a range of 5% below the PS/FL boundary, or 2. failed a compulsory assessment item (as specified in the subject outline) but otherwise achieved an aggregate mark in the subject that is over the PS/FL boundary

Extensions

Assignments should be submitted via EASTS no later than the due date.

You are requested to do all in your power to meet assignment deadlines. Extensions will only be given if you face unforeseen and unavoidable problems. Extensions cannot be given past the end of semester. In this case you need to apply for an incomplete grade or course withdrawal. Work and family related pressures do not normally constitute sufficient reasons for the granting of extensions or incomplete grades.

If it becomes obvious that you are not going to be able to submit an assignment on time because of an unavoidable problem, you must submit your request for an extension in writing prior to the due date using an in-session special consideration from (available from the interact site) and include documentary evidence indicating the period affected. Extensions requested for illness require a completed CSU medical certificate (appended on the form). Extensions will not be granted on or after the due date. Assignments received more than two weeks after their due dates, without an extension having been granted, will be returned with no marks awarded. Pro-rata reductions in the awarded mark (5 % per working day) will be made for items received late without a granted extension. Extensions, for students resident in Australia, can only be granted by the subject coordinator.

The last date for receipt of assignments at the University is the last day of the teaching session (prior to the exam period), except in circumstances where your lecturer has granted an approved extension.

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How to apply for special consideration Academic regulations provide for special consideration to be given if you suffer misadventure or extenuating circumstances during the session (including the examination period) which prevents you from meeting acceptable standards or deadlines. Find the form on the Student Portal Special Consideration, Misadventure, Advice and Appeals (http://student.csu.edu.au/ study/academic-advice) page.

Penalties for late submission

Assignments received more than two weeks after their due dates, without an extension having been granted, will be deemed completed but will be awarded no marks. Pro-rata reductions in the awarded mark (5 % per day) will be made for items received late without a granted extension.

Resubmission

Resubmission of un-edited past assignments is not permitted in this subject.

Feedback processes

Feedback on your assignment will be by numeric grade and written comment.

Assessment return

You should normally expect your marked assignment to be despatched/returned to you within three weeks of the due date, if your assignment was submitted on time. If an assignment is submitted on time but not returned by the return date, you should make enquiries in the first instance to the subject coordinator. If the subject coordinator is not available, contact Student Central on 1800 275 278.

Student Feedback & Learning Analytics

Evaluation of subjects

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Charles Sturt University values constructive feedback and relies on high response rates to Subject Experience Surveys (SES) to enhance teaching. Responses are fed back anonymously to Subject Coordinators and Heads of Schools to form the basis for subject enhancement and recognition of excellence in teaching. Schools report on their evaluation data; highlighting good practice and documenting how problems have been addressed. You can view a summary of survey results via the Student Portal SES Results (https://student.csu.edu.au/study/subject- experience-survey-results) page.

We strongly encourage you to complete your online Subject Experience Surveys. You will be provided with links to your surveys via email when they open three [3] weeks before the end of session.

Changes and actions based on student feedback Based on student feedback, more online tutorials will be provided throughout the session.

Learning analytics Learning Analytics refers to the collection and analysis of student data for the purpose of improving learning and teaching. It enables the University to personalise the support we provide our students. All Learning Analytics activities will take place in accordance with the Charles Sturt University Learning Analytics Code of Practice. For more information, please visit the University's Learning Analytics (http://www.csu.edu.au/division/student-learning/home/ analytics-and-evaluations/learning-analytics) website. Data about your activity in the Interact2 site and other learning technologies for this subject will be recorded and can be reviewed by teaching staff to inform their communication, support and teaching practices.

Based on past analytics, changes made to the subject included <ABC> and <XYZ>.

Services & Support

Your Student Portal (http://student.csu.edu.au/) tells you can how you can seek services and support. These include study, admin, residential, library, careers, financial, and personal support.

Develop your study skills Develop your study skills (https://student.csu.edu.au/study/skills) with our free study services. We have services online, on campus and near you. These services can help you develop your English language, literacy, and numeracy.

Library Services CSU Library (https://student.csu.edu.au/library) provides access to the eBooks, journal articles, books, and multimedia resources needed for your studies and assessments. Get the most out of these resources by contacting Library staff either online or in person, or make use of the many Library Resource Guides, videos and online workshops available.

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Policies & Regulations

This subject outline should be read in conjunction with all academic policies and regulations. Please refer to the collated list of policies and regulations relevant to studying your subject(s) (http://student.csu.edu.au/administration/policies-regulations-subjects) which includes links to Charles Sturt University's Policy Library (http://www.csu.edu.au/about/policy) - the sole authoritative source of official academic and administrative policies, procedures, guidelines, rules and regulations of the University.

Subject Outline as a reference document This Subject Outline is an accurate and historical record of the curriculum and scope of your subject. Charles Sturt University's Subject Outlines Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/ view.current.php?id=00267) requires that you retain a copy of the Subject Outline for future use such as for accreditation purposes.

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