Course Outline
HLT322 Advanced clinical skills in prosthetics
Course Coordinator:Adam Holden (aholden@usc.edu.au) School:School of Health - Public Health
2025Semester 1
UniSC Sunshine Coast |
Blended learning | Most of your course is on campus but you may be able to do some components of this course online. |
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teaching sessions and campuses where this course is usually offered.
What is this course about?
Description
Building on previous knowledge and psychomotor skills learnt regarding prosthetic treatment, this course will further develop your skills of prosthetic clinical intervention. In this course, you will learn how to approach the clinical assessment, and interpret the data to create holistic evidence-based treatment plans for prosthetic clients. You will also further your clinical workshop skills in the manufacture of prosthetic devices.
How will this course be delivered?
| Activity | Hours | Beginning Week | Frequency |
| Blended learning | |||
| Learning materials – Independent structured learning materials | 3hrs | Week 1 | 13 times |
| Tutorial/Workshop 1 – Tutorial | 3hrs | Week 1 | 13 times |
| Laboratory 1 – Laboratory | 3hrs | Week 1 | 13 times |
Course Topics
Module 1: Upper limb prosthetic management
Module 2: Transfemoral prosthetic management
Module 3: Advanced justification skills
What level is this course?
300 Level (Graduate)
What is the unit value of this course?
12 units
How does this course contribute to my learning?
| Course Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this course, you should be able to... | Graduate Qualities Mapping Completing these tasks successfully will contribute to you becoming... | Professional Standard Mapping * The Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association | |
| 1 | Critically evaluate the validity and importance of client information and outcomes to improve clinical decision making. | Creative and critical thinker |
1.1.2, 1.1.5, 1.1.6, 2.1.1, 2.2.1, 2.3.2, 2.3.3, 2.3.5, 2.3.8, 2.5.2, 6.2.1, 6.2.2, 6.2.3 |
| 2 | Propose and justify an evidence-based prosthetic care plan that addresses client-centred goals |
Creative and critical thinker Problem solving |
1.1.2, 1.3.1, 1.3.2, 2.1.1, 2.2.1, 2.3.2, 2.3.6, 2.3.7, 2.3.8, 2.4.3, 2.4.4, 2.5.1, 2.5.2, 4.2.3, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 6.2.1, 6.2.2, 6.2.3 |
| 3 | Apply and reflect on clinical skills relating to prosthetic provision |
Empowered Ethical |
1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.1.3, 1.1.4, 1.1.5, 1.1.6, 1.1.7, 1.1.8, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.4.1, 2.4.2, 2.4.4, 3.1.1, 3.1.3, 4.1.1, 5.2.1, 5.2.3, 6.2.5 |
| 4 | Communicate effectively using oral and/or written forms with the intended audience to facilitate informed decision making. | Empowered |
1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.1.3, 1.1.4, 1.1.5, 1.1.6, 1.1.7, 1.1.8, 1.3.1, 1.3.2, 2.3.1, 2.3.3, 2.3.4, 2.3.7, 2.4.6, 4.2.2, 6.1.2, 6.1.4 |
| 5 | Demonstrate Safe technical skills in the provision of prosthetic devices |
Creative and critical thinker Applying technologies |
2.4.1, 2.4.2, 2.4.3, 2.4.4, 2.4.5, 3.1.2, 3.1.3, 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 4.1.1, 4.1.2, 4.1.3, 5.1.1, 5.1.2, 6.2.5 |
* Competencies by Professional Body
| CODE | COMPETENCY |
| The Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association | |
| 1.1.2 | Ensures the client is the focus of the care pathway |
| 1.1.5 | Listens effectively to the client and/or carer |
| 1.1.6 | Encourages the client and/or carer to participate and provide feedback |
| 1.3.1 | Provides clinical justification for prescribed orthotic/prosthetic client treatment |
| 1.3.2 | Provides relevant information in order to facilitate client access to care |
| 1.1.1 | Ensures all interactions with the client and/or carer demonstrate respect, honesty, empathy and dignity and are conducted in a culturally appropriate manner |
| 1.1.3 | Ensures the client and/or carer is aware of their rights and responsibilities |
| 1.1.4 | Obtains informed consent from the client and/or carer prior to the provision of care |
| 1.1.7 | Provides prompt, accurate and comprehensive information in clear terms to enable the client and/or carer to make an informed decision |
| 1.1.8 | Uses all available resources to enhance communication |
| 2.1.1 | Identifies subjective and objective information to enable development of an appropriate orthotic/prosthetic care plan |
| 2.2.1 | Accesses and utilises evidence to guide clinical decisions |
| 2.3.2 | Considers the information obtained, the client and/or carer’s goals and evidence when formulating treatment options |
| 2.3.3 | Discusses treatment options with the client and/or carer to support client centred care and informed choice |
| 2.3.5 | Identifies clients who require collaborative care and liaises with the health professional team to ensure integrates care planning |
| 2.3.8 | Selects appropriate outcome measures |
| 2.5.2 | Maintains legible, concise and accurate documentation using contemporary methods |
| 2.3.6 | Determines and justifies the design details of the orthosis/prosthesis prescription |
| 2.3.7 | Includes client, carer and/or health professional team education and follow-up when planning treatment |
| 2.4.3 | Reviews the client at appropriate intervals to evaluate fit, function, quality and safety of the orthosis/prosthesis |
| 2.4.4 | Evaluates and monitors treatment outcomes using patient feedback and/or outcome measures |
| 2.5.1 | Adheres to legislative and organisational requirements for all documentation |
| 2.1.2 | Selects assessment techniques, outcome measures and other tools/instruments based on evidence, which are relevant to the client’s presentation |
| 2.1.3 | Performs assessment professionally, safely and effectively |
| 2.4.1 | Considers all relevant characteristics of the client during orthosis/prosthesis fitting and review processes |
| 2.4.2 | Uses appropriate techniques to ensure optimal fit and function of the orthosis/prosthesis |
| 2.3.1 | Facilitates client and/or carer to establish personal goals |
| 2.3.4 | Discusses short and long term treatment goals with the client and/or carer |
| 2.4.6 | Discusses progress toward goals with the client and/or carer |
| 2.4.5 | Modifies treatment to ensure best possible outcomes are maintained |
| 3.1.1 | Utilises appropriate casting, measuring and/or cast modification techniques to facilitate fabrication |
| 3.1.3 | Performs and/or coordinates requires modifications of orthoses/prostheses |
| 3.1.2 | Fabricates and/or coordinates the optimal fabrication of orthoses/prostheses |
| 3.2.1 | Assesses the orthosis/prosthesis for structural safety at appropriate intervals |
| 3.2.2 | Ensures the orthosis/prosthesis is compliant with manufacturer guidelines and standards |
| 4.2.3 | Prescribes and designs orthosis/prosthesis to achieve optimal outcomes within the approved budget for client treatment |
| 4.1.1 | Facilitates appropriate completion of treatment |
| 4.2.2 | Prepares and/or coordinates submission of client funding documentation as required |
| 4.1.2 | Demonstrates an ability to triage individual client case load within broader facility requirements for client care |
| 4.1.3 | Facilitates appropriate completion of all supportive activities |
| 5.2.1 | Recognises the responsibility to do no harm |
| 5.2.2 | Complies with relevant laws, regulations, policies and guidelines |
| 5.2.3 | Abides by applicable codes of ethics and conduct |
| 5.1.1 | Adheres to legislation and workplace guidelines relating to safety |
| 5.1.2 | Identifies workplace hazards and acts to eliminate or reduce risks |
| 6.2.1 | Assesses and critically analyses sources of evidence |
| 6.2.2 | Demonstrates a systematic approach to analysis and decision making |
| 6.2.3 | Integrates evidence and new learning into practice to improve health outcomes for clients |
| 6.2.5 | Critically and continuously evaluates practice |
| 6.1.2 | Shares skills and knowledge with health professional colleagues and students |
| 6.1.4 | Seeks out leaders within the profession for advice and mentoring |
Am I eligible to enrol in this course?
Refer to the UniSC Glossary of terms for definitions of “pre-requisites, co-requisites and anti-requisites”.
Pre-requisites
(HLT321 and enrolled in SC367 with a Prosthetics & Orthotics Extended major) or (HLT321 and enrolled in SC307)
Co-requisites
Not applicable
Anti-requisites
Not applicable
Specific assumed prior knowledge and skills (where applicable)
Basic technical and clinical skills related to Prosthetics & Orthotics care
How am I going to be assessed?
Grading Scale
Standard Grading (GRD)
| High Distinction (HD), Distinction (DN), Credit (CR), Pass (PS), Fail (FL). |
Details of early feedback on progress
You will be provided with a formative feedback opportunity to prepare you for summative tasks in week 4
Assessment tasks
| Delivery mode | Task No. | Assessment Product | Individual or Group | Weighting % | What is the duration / length? | When should I submit? | Where should I submit it? |
| All | 1 | Artefact - Creative, and Oral | Individual | 20% | 7 minute recording |
Week 6 | Online Submission |
| All | 2 | Written Piece | Individual | 40% | 2000 words |
Week 12 | Online Assignment Submission with plagiarism check |
| All | 3 | Examination - Centrally Scheduled | Individual | 40% | 10 min interactive discussion |
Exam Period | To Supervisor |
| All - Assessment Task 1:Transradial prosthosis | |||||||||||||||||||
| Goal: | The goal of this piece is to have you design, cast and manufacture a simulated transradial prosthesis. On completion, you will review the project, evaluate your skills, explore the process, and report on the outcome. |
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| Product: | Artefact - Creative, and Oral | ||||||||||||||||||
| Format: | Submit file to Canvas |
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| Generic Skills: | Communication, Problem solving, Applying technologies, Information literacy |
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| All - Assessment Task 2:Prosthetic prescription and justification report | |||||||||||||||||||
| Goal: | In this report you will demonstrate skills required in the planning, prescription and justification of a prosthetic intervention and treatment plan |
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| Format: | Written piece submitted to Canvas |
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| Generic Skills: | Communication, Problem solving, Organisation, Information literacy |
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| All - Assessment Task 3:Interactive oral exam | |||||||||||||
| Goal: | The goal of this oral examination is to have you showcase your clinical knowledge during a collegial discourse relating to the knowledge you have built over the semester. |
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| Product: | Examination - Centrally Scheduled | ||||||||||||
| Format: | Scheduled exam time, 1:1 interactive discussion with an assessor |
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| Generic Skills: | Communication, Collaboration, Problem solving |
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Directed study hours
A 12-unit course will have total of 150 learning hours which will include directed study hours (including online if required), self-directed learning and completion of assessable tasks. Student workload is calculated at 12.5 learning hours per one unit.
What resources do I need to undertake this course?
Please note: Course information, including specific information of recommended readings, learning activities, resources, weekly readings, etc. are available on the course Canvas site– Please log in as soon as possible.
Prescribed text(s) or course reader
Please note that you need to have regular access to the resource(s) listed below. Resources may be required or recommended.
| Required? | Author | Year | Title | Edition | Publisher |
| Required | Kevin C. Chui,Sheng-Che Yen,Michelle M. Lusardi,Milagros Jorge | 2019 | Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation | 4th | Saunders |
Specific requirements
You will be required to wear Program polo, name badge, Student ID, approved pants, and closed toe shoes during client encounters. You will require Personal Protective Equipment for the workshop
How are risks managed in this course?
What administrative information is relevant to this course?
Assessment: Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is the ethical standard of university participation. It ensures that students graduate as a result of proving they are competent in their discipline. This is integral in maintaining the value of academic qualifications. Each industry has expectations and standards of the skills and knowledge within that discipline and these are reflected in assessment.
Academic integrity means that you do not engage in any activity that is considered to be academic fraud; including plagiarism, collusion or outsourcing any part of any assessment item to any other person. You are expected to be honest and ethical by completing all work yourself and indicating in your work which ideas and information were developed by you and which were taken from others. You cannot provide your assessment work to others. You are also expected to provide evidence of wide and critical reading, usually by using appropriate academic references.
In order to minimise incidents of academic fraud, this course may require that some of its assessment tasks, when submitted to Canvas, are electronically checked through Turnitin. This software allows for text comparisons to be made between your submitted assessment item and all other work to which Turnitin has access.
Assessment: Additional Requirements
Eligibility for Supplementary Assessment
Your eligibility for supplementary assessment in a course is dependent of the following conditions applying:
(a) The final mark is in the percentage range 47% to 49.4%; and
(b) The course is graded using the Standard Grading scale
Assessment: Submission penalties
Late submissions may be penalised up to and including the following maximum percentage of the assessment task’s identified value, with weekdays and weekends included in the calculation of days late:
(a) One day: deduct 5%;
(b) Two days: deduct 10%;
(c) Three days: deduct 20%;
(d) Four days: deduct 40%;
(e) Five days: deduct 60%;
(f) Six days: deduct 80%;
(g) Seven days: A result of zero is awarded for the assessment task.The following penalties will apply for a late submission for an online examination:
Less than 15 minutes: No penalty
From 15 minutes to 30 minutes: 20% penalty
More than 30 minutes: 100% penalty
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