401006 Bioscience 2

School of Nursing and Midwifery
401006 Bioscience 2
Spring 2020
Edition: Spring 2020
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Unit Details

Note: Students with any problems, concerns or doubts should discuss those with the Unit Coordinator as early as they can.
Unit Coordinator

Consultation Arrangement:
Your tutor is the point of frst contact for students who have queries relating to the unit. If you are unable to contact
your Tutor please contact your Unit Coordinator or Deputy Unit Coordinator using this email: 401006@westernsydney.edu.au.
If the staff member is not available leave a telephone message, including your name and contact telephone number,
alternatively, you can send an email. Email communication with academic staff must be via Western Sydney
University student email accounts only. Emails sent from any non-Western Sydney University address will not receive
a response. Student Email Accounts can be activated via the Western Sydney University Home page from Western
Central.
Tutors will advise of consultation times on the vUWS site or outside their offces or in the School of Nursing and
Midwifery reception area. If you are unable to contact your tutor please contact your Unit Coordinator or Deputy
Unit Coordinator using this email: 401006@westernsydney.edu.au.
Deputy Unit Coordinator

Consultation Arrangement:
Please refer to consultation arrangement details above. Please email your tutor to arrange a Zoom consultation if
face to face consultation is not possible due to COVID 19.
Note: The relevant Learning Guide Companion supplements this document
Contents
1 About Bioscience 2 2
1.1 An Introduction to this Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2 What is Expected of You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 Changes to Unit as a Result of Past Student Feedback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2 Assessment Information 4
2.1 Unit Learning Outcomes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2 Approach to Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3 Assessment Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.4 Assessment Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.4.1 Quiz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.4.2 Case Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.4.3 Final Exam – Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.5 General Submission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3 Teaching and Learning Activities 15
4 Learning Resources 17
4.1 Recommended Readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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1 About Bioscience 2
1.1 An Introduction to this Unit
This unit extends knowledge gained in Bioscience 1 and introduces nursing students to concepts associated with
alterations in health and wellness as a consequence of life transition. It includes an introduction to pathophysiology,
pharmacology, immunology and microbiology. The unit also focuses on the impact of microorganisms on the health
of people and the body’s natural defences, as well as pharmacological interventions, in dealing with infections and
injuries and its signifcance for nursing.
1.2 What is Expected of You
Study Load
A student is expected to study an hour per credit point a week. For example a 10 credit point unit would require 10
hours of study per week. This time includes the time spent within classes during lectures, tutorials or practicals.
Attendance
It is strongly recommended that students attend all scheduled learning activities to support their learning.
Online Learning Requirements
Unit materials will be made available on the unit’s vUWS (E-Learning) site (https://vuws.westernsydney.edu.au/).
You are expected to consult vUWS at least twice a week, as all unit announcements will be made via vUWS. Teaching
and learning materials will be regularly updated and posted online by the teaching team.
Special Requirements
Essential Equipment:
Access to an internet enabled device is essential in order to be able to: access course materials; to participate in
discussion groups; and to access additional resources provided by the lecturer during the session. See http://www.
westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/services_and_facilities/uwsonline_student_support for
further information.
Legislative Pre-Requisites:
Not Applicable
Policies Related to Teaching and Learning
The University has a number of policies that relate to teaching and learning. Important policies affecting students
include:
– Assessment Policy
– Bullying Prevention Policy and
– Guidelines
– Enrolment Policy
– Examinations Policy
– Review of Grade Policy
– Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy
– Special Consideration Policy
– Student Misconduct Rule
– Teaching and Learning – Fundamental Code
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– Student Code of Conduct
Academic Integrity and Student Misconduct Rule
In submitting assessments, it is essential that you are familiar with the policies listed above and that you understand
the principles of academic integrity. You are expected to act honestly and ethically in the production of all academic
work and assessment tasks, submit work that is your own and acknowledge any contribution to your work made by
others.
Important information about academic integrity, including advice to students is available at https://www.westernsydney.
edu.au/studysmart/home/academic_integrity_and_plagiarism. It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with
these principles and apply them to all work submitted to the University as your own.
When you submit an assignment or product, you will declare that no part has been: copied from any other student’s work or from any other source except where due acknowledgement is made in the assignment; submitted by
you in another (previous or current) assessment, except where appropriately referenced, and with prior permission
from the Unit Coordinator; written/produced for you by any other person except where collaboration has been authorised by the Unit Coordinator.
The Student Misconduct Rule applies to all students of Western Sydney University and makes it an offence for
any student to engage in academic, research or general misconduct as defned in the Rule.
The University considers plagiarism, cheating and collusion as instances of academic misconduct. The University
also considers submitting falsifed documentation in support of applications for special consideration, including sitting
of deferred examinations, as instances of general misconduct. You should be aware that changes were made to the
Student Misconduct Rule commencing 1 January 2020 that provide for minimum sanctions that apply to certain
conduct, including the provision of falsifed documentation to the University.
You are strongly advised to read the Student Misconduct Rule and the Inappropriate Behaviour Guidelines at the
commencement of each session to familiarise yourself with this process and the expectations of the University in
relation to work submitted for assessment.
1.3 Changes to Unit as a Result of Past Student Feedback
The University values student feedback in order to improve the quality of its educational programs. The feedback
provided helps us improve teaching methods and units of study. The survey results inform unit content and design,
learning guides, teaching methods, assessment processes and teaching materials.
You are welcome to provide feedback that is related to the teaching of this unit. At the end of the semester you will
be given the opportunity to complete a Student Feedback on Unit (SFU) questionnaire to assess the unit. You may
also have the opportunity to complete a Student Feedback on Teaching (SFT) questionnaire to provide feedback for
individual teaching staff.
As a result of student feedback, the following changes and improvements to this unit have recently been made:
– Student feedback did not reflect the need for changes to be made however, students will now be able to make
an appointment, when required, to consult with their tutor on Zoom.
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2 Assessment Information
2.1 Unit Learning Outcomes
This unit will contribute to completion of course level outcomes, Western Sydney University graduate attributes
and the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Registered Nurse Standards for Practice. Course level learning
outcomes can be accessed on your Unit vUWS Home Page. The Bioscience 2 unit is part of Bachelor of Nursing
and Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced). The unit provides the foundation for developing comprehensive, coherent and
connected knowledge in the nursing discipline and introduces and develops interaction skills which will be required
by graduates in their work environments. Learning outcomes for the unit are outlined below.

2.2 Approach to Learning
1. Blended Learning: Blended learning activities have been embedded throughout the unit content to enhance
the student learning experiences through the use of tutorials, e-Learning on vUWS Village, audio visual material,
small group work, and online quiz material. Access to a computer and the internet is essential in order to be able
to: access course materials; to participate in discussion groups; and to access additional resources provided by the
lecturer during the session. See
http://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/services_and_facilities/uwsonline_student_support
for further information.
2. Tutorial/Workshop/Seminar: A tutorial/workshop/seminar is a small group activity that enables you to have
lecture content explained by the tutor if required. You will then be able to apply, explore and debate the content
through interactive learning activities with other students.
3. Group Work: Group work enhances student learning. Through planned group activities, and discussion with
other students, you will have the opportunity to clarify your own thoughts and understandings of unit concepts.
Group work also offers the opportunity to cooperate in a team situation and to learn skills that will assist you to work
effectively in a health care team
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2.3 Assessment Summary
The assessment items in this unit are designed to enable you to demonstrate that you have achieved the unit
learning outcomes. Completion and submission of all assessment items which have been designated as mandatory or
compulsory is essential to receive a passing grade.
To pass this unit you must:
– Achieve at least 50% when all assessment marks are totalled.
– Complete and submit ALL assessment tasks at the required time and required academic standard
– This unit has no attendance requirements however, attendance at all classes is expected throughout the semester.

Feedback on Assessment
Feedback is an important part of the learning process that can improve your progress towards achieving the learning
outcomes. Feedback is any written or spoken response made in relation to academic work such as an assessment
task, a performance or product. It can be given to you by a teacher, an external assessor or student peer, and may
be given individually or to a group of students. As a Western Sydney University student, it is your responsibility to
seek out and act on feedback that is provided to you as a resource to further your learning.
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2.4 Assessment Details
2.4.1 Quiz

Aim of assessment The purpose of this quiz is to evaluate the student’s understanding of the topics presented in
weeks 1-5, and to provide feedback on how well they understand the content. Examinable material will be derived
from on-line lectures, online activities and tutorials from weeks 1 to 5 only.
Details
– The quiz is to be accessed via the 401006 Bioscience 2 vUWS site under the ’assessments’ tab.
– Students will be allowed 30 minutes to complete the quiz. The quiz will consist of 20 randomly selected multiple
choice questions. There is only one correct answer for each question. After 30 minutes the quiz will time out.
– All technical diffculties must be notifed to the unit coordinator Bashir Sumar by email (401006@westernsydney.edu.au) at the time of the technical diffculty, so the issue can be rectifed within 24hrs. No claim of technical
diffculty will be considered after the quiz period has closed. Notifcation of the technical problem must be made at
the time when the problem occurs.
-The unit co-ordinator will notify the student of the outcome via student email.
– If misadventure prevents you from attempting the quiz within the allocated quiz period, please follow the Western
Sydney University process for Special Consideration.
– If Special Consideration is approved, a supplementary quiz will be offered at a time to be notifed.
– Quiz scores will be released after the end of the assessment period.
– If you do not attempt the quiz, you will fail the unit for non-submission of an assessment item.
Resources:
Students may use their notes, text books or any resources they wish
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2.4.2 Case Study

Aim of assessment
The aim of this assessment is to increase students’ understanding of how microorganisms can cause health breakdown,
and the role of relevant pharmacological interventions in the recovery processes. Students will explore various modes
of transmission, relevant characteristics of pathogens and the importance of breaking the chain of infection. This
assessment facilitates the development of the following skills: critical appraisal of the nurse’s role in infection control,
literature searching, and academic writing and referencing.
Instructions:
A minimum of fve of the eight references provided as resources must be used and cited in this case study.
You must use the supplied template (to be accessed from the Assessment 2 tab in the Unit’s vUWS site), to
answer the questions that follow the case study below:
Case Study:
Peter Smith, a 19 year old university student, was suffering from influenza and visited his local GP. He said he began
to feel unwell two days earlier and his condition had worsened since, with an acute onset of a sore throat (pharyngitis).
On examination the following observations were made:
– Fever of 38.9 degrees C
– Runny nose
– Sneezing
– Enlarged anterior cervical lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy)
Peter’s throat was observed to have the following signs:
– Redness
– Swollen
– Having a patchy covering of yellow-white exudate over his tonsils
The doctor prescribed phenoxymethylpenicillin 500 mg twice per day for ten days.
Using the supplied template (to be accessed from the Assessment tab in the Unit’s vUWS site), answer the following
questions:
Q1. Explain what fever is and how Peter’s fever developed. State, with explanation, two benefts of fever. (Total:
5 marks)
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Q2. Given that influenza is caused by a virus, why was Peter prescribed an antibiotic? The doctor prescribed
phenoxymethylpenicillin. Discuss the mode of action of phenoxymethylpenicillin. Explain why antibiotics are not
effective against viruses. (Total: 10 marks).
Q3. Name and describe two (2) possible ways that Peter could have contracted the influenza virus (modes of
transmission). Identify and explain two (2) ways by which these two modes of transmission could be broken. (Total
5 marks)
Q4. Describe the physiological basis of the three (3) signs observed in Peter’s throat. Relate your response to
this case study. (Total: 10 marks)
Q5. Compare and contrast the processes by which viruses and bacteria replicate (Total: 5 marks)
Q6. Presentation: 5 marks. See template
Resources:
There are a number of resources available through the Library that may assist you. Please refer to the unit’s vUWS
site for specifc unit resources. A minimum of fve of the following eight resources must be used and cited in this case
study. Additional resources may be used if required. Some of these can be accessed online where indicated. Others
may be located on closed reserve in the library.
Resources:
Boland, M. (Director), Santall, J. (Presenter), & Video Education Australasia. (2011). Infection control in healthcare
[Videorecording]. Bendigo, Australia: VEA. Available online
Bullock, S., & Manias, E. (2017). Fundamentals of pharmacology (8th ed.). Frenchs Forest, Australia: Pearson
Australia.
Burchum, J. R., & Rosenthal, L. (2019). Lehne’s pharmacology for nursing care (10th ed.). St. Louis, MO:
Elsevier/Saunders.
OR: Lehne, R. A., Moore, L., Crosby, L., & Hamilton, D. (2016). Pharmacology for nursing care (9th ed.). St.
Louis, MO: Saunders/Elsevier.
OR: Lehne, R. A., Moore, L., Crosby, L., & Hamilton, D. (2013). Pharmacology for nursing care (8th ed.). St.
Louis, MO: Saunders/Elsevier). (Available online).
Craft, J., & Gordon, C. (Eds.). (2019). Understanding pathophysiology (3rd, Australian and New Zealand ed.).
St. Louis, MO: Elsevier. (Available Online)
Lee, G., & Bishop, P. (Eds.). (2016). Microbiology and infection control for health professionals (6th ed.). Melbourne, Victoria: Pearson Australia.
Marieb, E.N., & Hoehn, K. (2019). Human anatomy & physiology. Global edition. (11th ed.). Essex, England: Pearson Education Limited.
Norris, T. L., (2019). Porth’s pathophysiology: Concepts of altered health states (10th ed.). Philadelphia, PA :
Wolters Kluwer.
OR: Grossman, S. C., & Porth, C. M. (2014). Porth’s pathophysiology: Concepts of altered health states (9th ed.).
Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
OR: Porth, C. M., & Matfn, G. (2014). Pathophysiology: Concepts of altered health states (9th ed.). Philadelphia,
PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.)
WHO. (2015). Influenza, an unpredictable threat. Retrieved from: http://www.who.int/topics/influenza/en/
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Marking Criteria:

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2.4.3 Final Exam – Online

The aim of this exam is to assess students’ understanding of the topics and applications of the unit.
Details:
1. This will comprise 50 multiple choice questions
2. There is only one correct answer for each question
3. The material in the exam will draw on online blended learning materials, online activities and tutorial notes.
Exemplar:
Resources:
All Spring session materials are examinable.
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Marking Criteria:
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2.5 General Submission Requirements
Submission
– All assignments must be submitted by the specifed due date and time.
– Complete your assignment and follow the individual assessment item instructions on how to submit. You must
keep a copy of all assignments submitted for marking.
Turnitin
– The Turnitin plagiarism prevention system may be used within this unit. Turnitin is accessed via logging into
vUWS for the unit. If Turnitin is being used with this unit, this means that your assignments have to be
submitted through the Turnitin system. Turnitin from iParadigms is a web-based text-matching software that
identifes and reports on similarities between documents. It is also widely utilised as a tool to improve academic
writing skills. Turnitin compares electronically submitted papers against the following:
– Current and archived web: Turnitin currently contains over 24 billion web pages including archived pages
– Student papers: including Western Sydney University student submissions since 2007
– Scholarly literature: Turnitin has partnered with leading content publishers, including library databases,
text-book publishers, digital reference collections and subscription-based publications (e.g. Gale, Proquest, Emerald and Sage)
– Turnitin is used by over 30 universities in Australia and is increasingly seen as an industry standard. It is
an important tool to assist students with their academic writing by promoting awareness of plagiarism.By
submitting your assignment to Turnitin you will be certifying that:
– I hold a copy of this assignment if the original is lost or damaged
– No part of this assignment has been copied from any other student’s work or from any other source except
where due acknowledgement is made in the assignment
– No part of the assignment has been written for me by any other person/s
– I have complied with the specifed word length for this assignment
– I am aware that this work may be reproduced and submitted to plagiarism detection software programs for
the purpose of detecting possible plagiarism (which may retain a copy on its database for future plagiarism
checking).
Self-Plagiarising
– You are to ensure that no part of any submitted assignment for this unit or product has been submitted by
yourself in another (previous or current) assessment from any unit, except where appropriately referenced, and
with prior permission from the Lecturer/Tutor/Unit Co-ordinator of this unit.
Late Submission
– If you submit a late assessment, without receiving approval for an extension of time, (see next item), you will
be penalised by 10% per day for up to 10 days. In other words, marks equal to 10% of the assignment’s weight
will be deducted from the mark awarded.
– For example, if the highest mark possible is 50, 5 marks will be deducted from your awarded mark for each late
day.
– Saturday and Sunday are counted as one calendar day each.
– Assessments will not be accepted after the marked assessment task has been returned to students.
– This is consistent with Clause 51 of the Western Sydney University’s Assessment Policy – Criteria and StandardsBased Assessment.
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Extension of Due Date for Submission
Extensions are only granted in exceptional circumstances. To apply for an extension of time, locate an application
form via the Western Sydney University homepage or copy the following link:
https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/forms
Application forms must be submitted to the Unit Coordinator/Convenor. Requests for extension should be made as
early as possible and submitted within policy deadlines. Appropriate, supporting documentation must be submitted
with the application. An application for an extension does not automatically mean that an extension will be granted.
Assessments will not be accepted after the marked assessment task has been returned to students.
Resubmission
Resubmission of assessment items will not normally be granted if requested.
Application for Special Consideration
It is strongly recommended that you attend all scheduled learning activities to support your learning. If you have
suffered misadventure, illness, or you have experienced exceptional circumstances that have prevented your attendance
at class or your completion and submission of assessment tasks, you may need to apply for Special Consideration via the
Western Sydney University website. http://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/services_
and_facilities/special_consideration2 or the Student Centre/Sydney City Campus Reception. Special Consideration
is not automatically granted. It is your responsibility to ensure that any missed content has been covered. Your
lecturer will give you more information on how this must be done.
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3 Teaching and Learning Activities

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The above timetable should be used as a guide only, as it is subject to change. Students will be advised of any changes as they become known on the unit’s vUWS site.
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4 Learning Resources
4.1 Recommended Readings
Essential Reading
For a list of readings, please refer to the unit vUWS site under Readings and Resources
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