Academic year 2023 - 2024

•   Cell Biology BAA23BS08-3001 06.09.2023-30.11.2023  2 credits  (BL23F-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The students
  - are familiar with the structure and function of the cells.
  - are familiar with the function of the cell organelles.
  - are able to identify the cell organelles.
  - are familiar with cell splitting and cell death.
  - are familiar with human cells and embryology.
  - command terminology of cell biology.
  - are familiar with the main sources of information within cell biology.
  - understand the importance of cell biology within bioanalysis.

  Prerequisites

  None

  Content of the study unit

  Cells and cell organelles, structure and function
  Terminology

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Exam
  answers depend heavily on words and expressions found in the literature
  has superficial knowledge of the subject, but shows a basic understanding of the subject
  
  Written assignment
  The student has partially followed the instructions for the written assignment. The student shows limited to a deficient knowledge of the knowledge of the substance.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Exam
  can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  can give an independent account of the literature
  understands most of the topic
  presents independent views and can apply ideas to analogous situations
  can motivate some of their claims and positions
  can give some own examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has mostly followed the instructions for the written assignment and has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited. The student can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Exam
  has in-depth knowledge of the subject
  can analyze and interpret subject facts
  master the subject versatile
  has a broad grasp of the subject
  presents original and apposite examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Petra Lithén

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Lecture notes and material on Moodle
  Basic book in Cell Biology. You can find some books of choice recommended on the Moodle page.
  
  Additional litterature
  Sadava, Heller, Orians, Purves, Hillis. Life. The Science of Biology. Freeman.
  Online Essentials of cell biology.
  
  https://www.nature.com/scitable/ebooks/essentials-of-cell-biology-14749010
  Alberts et al. Essential Cell Biology, 5th International Student Edition 2019

  Learning methods

  Lectures, discussions, assignment, individual studies.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  The course is graded 0-5 based on result in individual exam. Individual assignment is graded passed or failed.
  In order to pass the course all parts (exam and assignment) have to be passed.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  06.09.2023 - 30.11.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 17.09.2023

  • 2 credits

  Group(s)

  • BL23F-V

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Petra Lithén

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science

  Share of online studies

  2 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Examination

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Individual exam Online 31.10.2023.
  Re-examination Online 30.11.2023 and 12.1.2023

  Student's schedule and workload

  2 credits is 2 x 27 hours of work for the student, 54 h work.
  Lectures 12 h
  Assignment 10 h
  Exam studies 32 h

  Assessment criteria

  Inadequate knowledge of fundamental Cell Biology

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Weak knowledge of fundamental Cell Biology

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Good knowledge of fundamental Cell Biology

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Excellent knowledge of fundamental Cell Biology

•   Clinical Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology 1 BAA23BS03-3001 23.09.2023-31.12.2023  4 credits  (BL23F-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - has knowledge of the biology of the different microbial groups in order to be able to understand and describe the risks of infection
  - knows the different routes of infection in order to be able to assess and prevent infection risks in the event of infection
  - can summarize and exemplify the human microbiota and can explain its role in health and disease
  - can name the most common pathogenic microbes
  - understand the basics of bacterial resistance development in order to protect patients
  - understand the significance and consequences of the resistant bacteria for the patient
  - understands the importance of reducing the presence of resistant bacteria for sustainable development
  - understands one's own role in antibiotic stewardship
  - can describe how the lymphocytes function in the immune system during health and illness
  - can explain what happens during an immunization (infection, vaccination, rhesus immunization, passive immunization)
  - have knowledge of human biological changes in pathological conditions
  - can describe endogenous and exogenous etiologies of disease
  - understand the significance of the acute inflammatory reaction

  Prerequisites

  No prior knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Clinical microbiology
  Immunology
  Pathology

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Exam
  answers depend heavily on words and expressions found in the literature
  has superficial knowledge of the subject, but shows a basic understanding of the subject
  
  
  Written assignment
  The student has partially followed the instructions for the written assignment. The student shows limited to a deficient knowledge of the knowledge of the substance.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Exam
  can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  can give an independent account of the literature
  understands most of the topic
  presents independent views and can apply ideas to analogous situations
  can motivate some of their claims and positions
  can give some own examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has mostly followed the instructions for the written assignment and has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited. The student can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Exam
  has in-depth knowledge of the subject
  can analyze and interpret subject facts
  master the subject versatile
  has a broad grasp of the subject
  presents original and apposite examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Camilla Ribacka

  Mode of delivery

  75% Face-to-face, 25% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Lecture material: Clinical microbiology, immunology and pathology.
  Murray, Rosenthal, Pfaller. Medical microbiology. 8th edition. Elsevier 2016
  Murray. Basic Medical Microbiology. Elsevier 2017
  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30263032/
  Huether, McCane, Brasher, Rote. Understanding pathophysiology. 2017
  Kumar, Cotran, Robbins. Basic pathology.
  Phillips, Murray & Crocker. The Biology of Disease. Blackwell Science.
  ebook: Lippincott, Springhouse. Just the facts: Pathophysiology
  Khanacademy Health and medicine
  https://www.khanacademy.org/science/health-and-medicine

  Learning methods

  Lectures, discussions, assignments and individual studies

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  The course is graded 0-5 based on result in individual exam. Assignments are graded passed or failed.
  In order to pass the course all parts (exam and assignments have to be passed)

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  23.09.2023 - 31.12.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 22.09.2023

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • BL23F-V

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Petra Lithén

  Additional information

  CONTENT
  A CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY
  Microbes and microbiology
  Microbiota (Microbiome)
  Spreading of microbes and modes for transmission
  Microbes, infection and disease
  Antimicrobial resistance
  Clinical microbiology (bacteriology, virology, mycology, protozoology)
  B IMMUNOLOGY
  The immune system
  Immunisation and immunity
  C PATHOLOGY
  Aetiology
  Inflammation
  Pathophysiology of disease

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science

  Share of online studies

  1 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Examination

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Exam 28.11.2023
  Re-take 19.1.2024 (general re-take) and 8.3.2024 (general re-take)

  Student's schedule and workload

  4 credits is 4 x 27 hours of work for the student, 108 h work

•   General and Inorganic Chemistry BAA23GM01-3001 18.09.2023-17.11.2023  2 credits  (BL23F-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The students
  - have fundamental knowledge of general and inorganic chemistry, as well as basic chemical concepts and nomenclature
  - master the basics of chemical reactions, chemical reaction rates and equilibrium, acids, bases, pH, pKa, pKb, the states of matter, the mole relations of gases and thermochemistry, redox reactions and electrochemistry

  Prerequisites

  None

  Content of the study unit

  General and inorganic chemistry
  Basic chemical concepts and chemical reactions

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Exam
  answers depend heavily on words and expressions found in the literature
  has superficial knowledge of the subject, but shows a basic understanding of the subject
  
  Written assignment
  The student has partially followed the instructions for the written assignment. The student shows limited to a deficient knowledge of the knowledge of the substance.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Exam
  can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views can give an independent account of the literature understands most of the topic presents independent views and can apply ideas to analogous situations can motivate some of their claims and positions
  can give some own examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has mostly followed the instructions for the written assignment and has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited. The student can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Exam
  has in-depth knowledge of the subject can analyze and interpret subject facts master the subject versatile has a broad grasp of the subject presents original and apposite examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Camilla Ribacka

  Mode of delivery

  50% Face-to-face, 50% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Material on Moodle
  Basic book in General and Inorganic Chemistry.
  Suggestions presented on Moodle.

  Learning methods

  Lectures, calculation tasks and demonstrations.
  Selfstudies.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  The course is graded 0-5 based on result in individual exam. Online assignments/ calculation exercises must be performed.
  In order to pass the course all parts (exam and assignments) have to be passed.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.09.2023 - 17.11.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 17.09.2023

  • 2 credits

  Group(s)

  • BL23F-V

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Petra Lithén

  Additional information

  Additional information on the Moodle platform

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science

  Share of online studies

  1 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Examination

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Examination 14.11.2023
  Re-examination 9.2.2024 and 8.3.2024 (general re-examination)

  Assessment criteria

  Inadequate knowledge of fundamental General and Inorganic Chemistry.

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Weak knowledge of fundamental General and Inorganic Chemistry.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Good knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Excellent knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

•   Hematology 1 BAA23BS10-3001 23.10.2023-15.12.2023  3 credits  (BL23F-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The students
  - are familiar with human cells in the blood and the organs that produce blood (blood production - development and regulation.
  - have fundamental insights in laboratory tests and the examination process connected to it.
  - are familiar with the terminology of hematology.
  - are familiar with the main sources of information within hematology.
  - understand the importance of hematology within bioanalysis.

  Prerequisites

  None

  Content of the study unit

  Blood cells, blood-forming organs
  Lab tests
  Terminology

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Exam
  answers depend heavily on words and expressions found in the literature
  has superficial knowledge of the subject, but shows a basic understanding of the subject
  
  Written assignment
  The student has partially followed the instructions for the written assignment. The student shows limited to a deficient knowledge of the knowledge of the substance.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Exam
  can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  can give an independent account of the literature
  understands most of the topic
  presents independent views and can apply ideas to analogous situations
  can motivate some of their claims and positions
  can give some own examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has mostly followed the instructions for the written assignment and has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited. The student can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Exam
  has in-depth knowledge of the subject
  can analyze and interpret subject facts
  master the subject versatile
  has a broad grasp of the subject
  presents original and apposite examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Mikaela Engvall

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Course book:
  Wintrobe's Clinical Hematology. J. P. Greer, D. A. Arber, et. al.;
  Chapter 1: Examination of the Blood and Bone
  Chapter 2: Clinical Flow Cytometry
  Section 1 Hematopoiesis
  Section 3 Granulocytes and Monocytes
  Section 4 The Lymphocytes
  
  Additional recommended books:
  Wintrobe's Atlas of Clinical Hematology. B. Weksler.;
  Chapter 1 Approach to the Microscopic evaluation of Blood and Bone Marrow
  
  Practical Flow Cytometry in Haematology Diagnosis. M. Leach, M. Drummond, and A. Doig.;
  Principles of Flow Cytometry, Limitations, Normal Blood and Bone Marrow Populations

  Learning methods

  Web based studies - Online
  Self studies/tutorials.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  The course is graded 0-5 based on results in the exam and virtual tests

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  23.10.2023 - 15.12.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 25.10.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BL23F-V

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Mikaela Engvall

  Additional information

  The introduction lecture is mandatory.
  
  Content:
  The Blood Film and Count (Automated Cell Analysis)
  Hemoglobin & Red Cell Indices
  Hematocrit & Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
  Blood Smear (normal findings)
  Morphology of normal Blood Cells: Assessing normal Red Blood Cells, White Cells and Platelets

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Virtual test on Moodle

  Student's schedule and workload

  1 credit is 27 hours
  This course is 3 credits x 27h = 81h work.
  
  25h lectures (theory)
  16h Individually work
  5h Searching of articles
  32h Own work (self assessments, reading for the exam)
  3h Tentamina 3h

  Assessment criteria

  Inadequate knowledge in basics of hematology.

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading).
  
  The student answers depend heavily on words and expressions found in the literature and has superficial knowledge of the subject, but shows a basic understanding of the subject
  
  Written assignments
  The student has partially followed the instructions for the written assignments. The student shows limited to a deficient knowledge of the substance.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views.
  
  Written assignments
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignments and shows insufficient knowledge about the topic. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional.
  
  Written assignments
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

•   Human Physiology and Anatomy 1 BAA23BS01-3001 04.09.2023-04.12.2023  3 credits  (BL23F-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The students
  - will master the basic principles, concepts and terminology of anatomy and physiology
  - will be familiar with the basic types of tissue, their structure and function, as well as the structure and function of the skin
  - will be able to describe the structure of the nervous system and understand how the nervous system regulates physiological processes in our body
  - will have knowledge of the structure and function of the sense organs
  - will have knowledge of the structure the endocrine system and understand how different hormones regulate body functions
  - will be able to describe the structure and function of the reproductive system
  - will have knowledge of the structure and function of the locomotor system

  Prerequisites

  None

  Content of the study unit

  Terminology
  Cells, tissues, integumentary system
  Nervous system, sense organs, reproductive system and endocrine system
  Support- and movement organs

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Exam
  answers depend heavily on words and expressions found in the literature
  has superficial knowledge of the subject, but shows a basic understanding of the subject
  
  Written assignment
  The student has partially followed the instructions for the written assignment. The student shows limited to a deficient knowledge of the knowledge of the substance.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Exam
  can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views can give an independent account of the literature understands most of the topic presents independent views and can apply ideas to analogous situations can motivate some of their claims and positions
  can give some own examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has mostly followed the instructions for the written assignment and has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited. The student can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Exam
  has in-depth knowledge of the subject can analyze and interpret subject facts master the subject versatile has a broad grasp of the subject presents original and apposite examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Camilla Ribacka

  Mode of delivery

  67% Face-to-face, 33% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Course books:
  Peate I. and Nair M. (2017) Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology : For Nursing and Healthcare Students
  
  Additional recommended books:
  Peate I. and Nair M. (2015) Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses at a Glance. Wiley Blackwell.
  Tortora Gerard J. & Derrickson Bryan H. (2009 or newer version) Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (12th ed) Volume 1 & 2. John Wiley & Sons. Asia
  Tortora Gerard J. (2006). A brief Atlas of the skeleton, surface anatomy, and selected medical images. John Wiley & Sons. Asia
  Lecture material and exercises on Moodle

  Learning methods

  Lectures, tasks and discussions.
  Selfstudies.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  The course is graded 0-5 based on results in the on-line exam and virtual tests

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  04.09.2023 - 04.12.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 15.09.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BL23F-V

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Camilla Ribacka

  Additional information

  More information is found in Moodle

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science

  Share of online studies

  1 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Examination

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Course examination 06.11 2023
  Re-examination 19.01.2024 and 08.03.2024

  Student's schedule and workload

  Lectures and examination 22 h, self studies and digital teaching methods 59 h

  Assessment criteria

  Inadequate knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Weak knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Good knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Excellent knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

•   Introduction to Academic Studies and Communication BAA23IN01-3001 28.08.2023-31.12.2023  3 credits  (BL23F-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - obtains insights into the profession of a biomedical laboratory scientist
  - is familiar with the own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
  - reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
  - can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
  - knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
  - is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking

  Prerequisites

  None

  Content of the study unit

  Information about studying at Novia UAS and information retrieval
  Learning in an academic context and study technique
  Data protection and data security
  Communication skills
  Scientific writing and literature search both manually and in databases
  Reliable source material and source criticism
  Oral and written presentation
  Email management and the use of social media in biomedical laboratory science
  Information about
  Peppi, Moodle, Curriculum, Degree Regulations
  DP in Biomedical Laboratory Science
  Student Union

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Exam
  answers depend heavily on words and expressions found in the literature
  has superficial knowledge of the subject, but shows a basic understanding of the subject
  
  Written assignment
  The student has partially followed the instructions for the written assignment. The student shows limited to a deficient knowledge of the knowledge of the substance.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Exam
  can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  can give an independent account of the literature
  understands most of the topic
  presents independent views and can apply ideas to analogous situations
  can motivate some of their claims and positions
  can give some own examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has mostly followed the instructions for the written assignment and has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited. The student can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Exam
  has in-depth knowledge of the subject
  can analyze and interpret subject facts
  master the subject versatile
  has a broad grasp of the subject
  presents original and apposite examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Camilla Ribacka

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  intra.novia.fi
  Degree regulations in Novia UAS
  Peppi
  Novia UAS's writing instructions

  Learning methods

  Information and orientation about studies in Novia UAS
  Online assignments
  Lectures, discussions, oral and written tasks both individually and in groups.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Pass/Fail

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  28.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 17.09.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BL23F-V

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Terese Herrgård-Backlund, Camilla Ribacka

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Compulsory attendance
  -oral presentation (video recorded)
  -written assignments (according to the UAS's guidelines)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Information about deadlines can be found on Moodle.

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 x 27 h = 81 hours

•   Introduction to Bioanalysis BAA23BB01-3001 29.08.2023-17.11.2023  3 credits  (BL23F-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The students
  - have fundamental skills about bioanalytics and laboratory work
  - have fundamental skills about the role of laboratory examinations in the patient care.
  - have fundamental skills in the laboratory testing process
  - have basic knowledge in cell biology, microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, and molecule biology, and the impact of this knowledge on clinical laboratory examinations

  Prerequisites

  None

  Content of the study unit

  Basic knowledge about bioanalytics, laboratory work and lab tests
  Brief history
  Total testing process
  Meaning of lab tests in patient care
  Cell biology in the clinical laboratory
  Microbiology in the clinical laboratory
  Immunology in the clinical laboratory
  Biochemistry in the clinical laboratory
  Molecule biology in the clinical laboratory

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Petra Lithén

  Mode of delivery

  67% Face-to-face, 33% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Lecture material on Moodle.
  Articles and books that can be used for assignments is notified on Moodle.
  
  Mikrobiology and Immunology
  Medical Microbiology by Murray, Rosenthal and Pfaller
  2016 Elsevier
  
  Biochemistry for Dummies
  by John T. Moore, , Richard H. Langley, , and Moore
  2011 On Ebook Central
  
  Molecular Cell Biology
  by Harvey Lodish; Arnold Berk, Chris A. Kaiser, Monty Krieger, Anthony Bretscher, Hidde Ploegh, Angelika Amon, Matthew P. Scott. Freeman. 7. ed. 2012

  Learning methods

  Lectures, tasks and discussions.
  Selfstudies.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  The course is assessed as pass/fail.
  Every assignment must be approved in order to pass the course.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  29.08.2023 - 17.11.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 10.09.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BL23F-V

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Petra Lithén

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science

  Share of online studies

  1 credits

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Exam

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  The course is assessed as pass/fail.
  Every assignment must be approved in order to pass the course.
  Knowledge test will be hold 15.11.2023

  Student's schedule and workload

  Lectures 22 h, self studies, digital teaching methods and assignments 59 h

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  The course is assessed as pass/fail.
  Every assignment and knowledge test must be approved in order to pass the course.

•   Introduction to Caring Science BAA23VG04-3001 04.09.2023-17.11.2023  2 credits  (BL23F-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  Student
  - is familiar with the tradition and development of caring science, its history and future
  - understands fundamental ethical issues related to the profession, as well as norms and values for decision-making in health care.
  - starts to develop a professional attitude, according to ethical guidelines
  - respects different values and views of life

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Fundamental components of caring science

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Exam
  answers depend heavily on words and expressions found in the literature
  has superficial knowledge of the subject, but shows a basic understanding of the subject
  
  Written assignment
  The student has partially followed the instructions for the written assignment. The student shows limited to a deficient knowledge of the knowledge of the substance.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Exam
  can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  can give an independent account of the literature
  understands most of the topic
  presents independent views and can apply ideas to analogous situations
  can motivate some of their claims and positions
  can give some own examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has mostly followed the instructions for the written assignment and has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited. The student can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Exam
  has in-depth knowledge of the subject
  can analyze and interpret subject facts
  master the subject versatile
  has a broad grasp of the subject
  presents original and apposite examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Carina Gädda

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  CARING SCIENCE
  Davidson, Alice ; Ray, Marilyn ; Davidson, Dr. Alice ; Ray, Marilyn A, Dr., PhD, RN, CTN-A, FAAN ; Turkel, Marian ; Turkel, Marian C., PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN. Nursing, Caring and complexity science. E-book

  Learning methods

  Lectures, tasks and discussions.
  Self studies.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  04.09.2023 - 17.11.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 17.09.2023

  • 2 credits

  Group(s)

  • BL23F-V

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Carina Gädda

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Examination

•   Organic Chemistry BAA23GM02-3001 17.10.2023-31.12.2023  3 credits  (BL23F-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The students
  - have fundamental knowledge about organic chemistry, as well as chemical concepts and nomenclature
  - possess knowledge of functional groups and common organic compounds as well as organic reactions
  - have basic knowledge about alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, ethers, esters, amines and amides

  Prerequisites

  None

  Content of the study unit

  Organic chemistry
  Organic compounds and reactions
  Organic substances

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Exam
  answers depend heavily on words and expressions found in the literature
  has superficial knowledge of the subject, but shows a basic understanding of the subject
  
  Written assignment
  The student has partially followed the instructions for the written assignment. The student shows limited to a deficient knowledge of the knowledge of the substance.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Exam
  can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views can give an independent account of the literature understands most of the topic presents independent views and can apply ideas to analogous situations can motivate some of their claims and positions
  can give some own examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has mostly followed the instructions for the written assignment and has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited. The student can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Exam
  has in-depth knowledge of the subject can analyze and interpret subject facts master the subject versatile has a broad grasp of the subject presents original and apposite examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Camilla Ribacka

  Mode of delivery

  67% Face-to-face, 33% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Material on Moodle
  Ebook Organic Chemistry
  Ouellette, Robert J. ;Rawn, J. David. Elsevier 2014

  Learning methods

  Lectures, calculation tasks and demonstrations.
  Selfstudies.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  The course is graded 0-5 based on the exam. Assignments must be passed.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  17.10.2023 - 31.12.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 16.10.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BL23F-V

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Petra Lithén

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science

  Share of online studies

  1 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Examination

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Examination 4.12.2023
  Re-examination 19.1.2024 on campus or 8.3.2024 on campus. (General re-takes)

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 ECT= 81 h

  Assessment criteria

  Inadequate knowledge of fundamental Organic Chemistry.

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Weak knowledge of fundamental Organic Chemistry.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Good knowledge of fundamental Organic Chemistry.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Excellent knowledge of fundamental Organic Chemistry.

•   Swedish Level A1 BAA23IN02-3001 28.08.2023-31.12.2023  3 credits  (BL23F-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - understands and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at meeting specific needs
  - can introduce him-/herself and others, as well as ask and answer questions about personal circumstances, such as living arrangements, friends, and possessions
  - can interact with others in a simple way, provided that the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Basic oral and written Swedish
  The main structures of the language and basic vocabulary
  Swedish in everyday situations

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Exam
  answers depend heavily on words and expressions found in the literature
  has superficial knowledge of the subject, but shows a basic understanding of the subject
  
  Written assignment
  The student has partially followed the instructions for the written assignment. The student shows limited to a deficient knowledge of the knowledge of the substance.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Exam
  can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views can give an independent account of the literature understands most of the topic presents independent views and can apply ideas to analogous situations can motivate some of their claims and positions
  can give some own examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has mostly followed the instructions for the written assignment and has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited. The student can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Exam
  has in-depth knowledge of the subject can analyze and interpret subject facts master the subject versatile has a broad grasp of the subject presents original and apposite examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Terese Herrgård-Backlund

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Information on Moodle

  Learning methods

  The student
  - Has basic understanding in oral and written Swedish
  - Is familiar with the main structures of the language and has acquired a basic vocabulary
  - Can use Swedish in everyday situations
  
  During the course we will focus on:
  - Oral and written exercises
  - Swedish everyday vocabulary
  - Reading and listening comprehensions
  - Grammar/language structures

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Grade: pass/fail.
  According to the Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR).

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  28.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 17.09.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BL23F-V

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Terese Herrgård-Backlund

  Additional information

  -

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Oral and written exams
  Short essay
  Individual oral assignment

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  -

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Oral and written exam at the end of the course.

  Internationa connections

  -

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 x 27 h = 81 hours

  Content scheduling

  -

•   The Basics of Bioanalysis 1 BAA23LV01-3001 02.10.2023-31.12.2023  3 credits  (BL23F-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The students
  - are familiar with the treatment and service chains of social and health care
  - understand the basic principles of health legislation in Finland and will be able to apply laws and regulations to his/her health care practice
  - have skills in the clinical laboratory examination process, especially the preanalytical phase (preparations, equipment, the process of examination and the specimen collection)
  - are familiar with quality development and management
  -realize the importance of good co-operation between the different units in the caring community as a prerequisite for the good quality of laboratory examinations.
  - consider security and occupational safety as well as sustainable development in the laboratory.
  - see its role and responsibility as a professional to work for global sustainable social development

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisite

  Content of the study unit

  Health care and social welfare in Finland
  Different organizations
  Different aspects of sustainable development
  Basic knowledge about the clinical laboratory work and lab tests (brief history, working process, meaning of lab tests' resultat in patient care, etc)
  Reference range, type of specimen
  Patient preparation for lab-tests and preanalytical issues
  Occupational safety, legislation
  Laboratory equipment
  Specimen collection procedures
  Performing capillary puncture
  Microbiological, cytological specimens,
  Venipuncture
  Near patient testing: EKG, CRP, INR-TT, HBG, etc.
  Specimen handling and storage

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Exam
  answers depend heavily on words and expressions found in the literature
  has superficial knowledge of the subject, but shows a basic understanding of the subject
  
  Written assignment
  The student has partially followed the instructions for the written assignment. The student shows limited to a deficient knowledge of the knowledge of the substance.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Exam
  can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  can give an independent account of the literature
  understands most of the topic
  presents independent views and can apply ideas to analogous situations
  can motivate some of their claims and positions
  can give some own examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has mostly followed the instructions for the written assignment and has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited. The student can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Exam
  has in-depth knowledge of the subject
  can analyze and interpret subject facts
  master the subject versatile
  has a broad grasp of the subject
  presents original and apposite examples
  
  Written assignment
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

  Further information

  The language of the course, examination and the literature is English

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Mikaela Engvall

  Mode of delivery

  67% Face-to-face, 33% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Course literature:
  
  
  
  Laboratoriotutkimusten näytteenotto (2021, Friman, Tarja; Kuparinen, Marja; Lehto, Liisa & Liikanen Eeva)
  Näytteenottajan käsikirja (2016, Matikainen, Anna-Mari; Miettinen Marja & Wasström, Kalle)
  Klinisk kemi: Kortfattad analystolkning (2014, Lund-Egloff, D. & Löwbeer, C.)
  
  Course material on Moodle

  Learning methods

  Lectures, tasks and discussions.
  Selfstudies.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Individual assignments are graded 0-5, where 0 is a failed grade and 1-5 are passed grades

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  02.10.2023 - 31.12.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 02.10.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BL23F-V

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Mikaela Engvall

  Additional information

  More information is found in Moodle

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Biomedical Laboratory Science

  Share of online studies

  1 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Examination

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Assignments dead-line on Moodle

  Student's schedule and workload

  Lectures x h, self studies and digital teaching methods x h

Academic year 2024 - 2025

There is no implementations attached to this degree programme.