HSC 3034 SYLLABUS
Course prefix/number: HSC 3034
Course title: Advances in Health Sciences Technology
Course Credit Hours: 3 sh
Instructor Name and Contact Information:
Instructor – Angela Hahn, Ph.D.; Contact Info - ahahn@uwf.edu; 850-9940905
Prerequisites: None
Course Description: This course will introduce the student to current regional, state, national
and international advances in health sciences technology. Lectures will cover recent topics in
this area followed by class discussion of the topic. In addition, each student will be assigned a
series of articles related to the topics that will be covered during the semester in lecture to
stimulate and broaden class discussion.
Student Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Discuss recent advances in health sciences technology.
2. Predict future trends and issues in the health sciences based on current developments.
Topics Covered: The primary purpose of this course is to expose students to the latest advances
in health sciences technology. Specific topics will be dictated by current articles dealing with
trends and issues in health sciences. These topics will include the latest developments in medical
technology and technologies in other areas of the health sciences as well as any issues raised by
these new technologies, new drug development and the results of field trials on new drugs and
medical technologies, and how these developments and issues will impact personnel needs in the
health sciences. Due to the survey nature of this course, many modules are of a stand
alone nature, and rely little on the preceding module.
Texts: None
Grading/evaluation Method: The student will be assigned grades based on performance in this
course as reflected by their participation in class discussions and their scores on 2 exams, a
research paper, and a defense.
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Both exams
Discussions
Research Paper
Defense
Writing test
100 pts
50 pts
50 pts
50 pts
50 pts
Grading scale:
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A = greater than or equal to 94%
A- = greater than or equal to 90%
B+= greater than or equal to 87%
B = greater than or equal to 84%
B- = greater than or equal to 80%
C+= greater than or equal to 77%
C = greater than or equal to 70%
D = greater than or equal to 60%
F < less than 60%
Exams: There are two essay exams which are open-resource with a one week time limit. Proper
English grammar is expected and will be marked off for if not utilized.
Discussions: The expectations and grading criteria for discussion assignments are listed under
the heading "How Discussions will be Graded". I'll be looking for certain qualities in your
primary posting, along with a quantitative 100-word minimum, proper use of English grammar,
timely submission, and most importantly an understanding of the question asked. You are also
required to substantively respond at least twice to other students either by asking or answering
questions.
Research Paper: The expectations and grading criteria for the research paper are listed under
the heading "Research Paper and How It Will Be Graded".
Writing test: In Module 1 you will be required to write a 1000 word essay about the FDA and
the drug approval process. This will be an original essay written in your own words. This essay
will allow me to gage your writing abilities and refer you to the UWF writing lab as early in the
semester as possible if needed. It will also allow me to gage how well you are digesting the
course material.
Defense (Discussion Assignment): Students will take a position in favor of or opposing the an
alternative therapies and write an essay (1000 words). Your peers will respond to your thesis,
and you will defend yourself against their inquires and objections. Please evaluate the position of
two other students and respond to them.
Special Technology Utilized by Students:
Microsoft Word, PC use for web surfing - high speed internet connection strongly advised.
Expectations for Academic Conduct/Plagiarism Policy:
Academic dishonesty:
Warning: Research papers will be screened using anti-plagiarism software.
EXPECTATIONS FOR ACADEMIC CONDUCT/PLAGIARISM POLICY:
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Academic Conduct Policy [Web]
Plagiarism Policy [
PDF]
Student Handbook [ PDF]
It is the philosophy of The University of West Florida that academic dishonesty is a completely
unacceptable mode of conduct and will not be tolerated in any form. All persons involved in
academic dishonesty will be disciplined in accordance with University regulations and
procedures. Discipline may include suspension or expulsion from the University.
Scholastic dishonesty includes but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, collusion, the
submission for credit of any work or materials that are attributable in whole or in part to another
person, taking an examination for another person, any act designed to give unfair advantage to a
student or the attempt to commit such acts.
QUALITY ASSURANCE: This course is reviewed during the semester and in an ongoing basis
for quality by assessment personnel within the School of Allied Health and Life Sciences
(SAHLS) to meet national standards established by the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools, the Council on Education for Public Health, and/or to address quality enhancement
initiatives of SAHLS. Student feedback is also vital to this process. When reviewing our
programs, our accrediting partners expect to see 100% participation in the State-of-Florida
mandated SUSSAI (State University System Student Assessment of Instruction) evaluations.
Thus, at the end of the semester, we need to hear from the folks that enjoyed the class and from
the folks that have suggestions for improvement (ok, and from the folks that want to fill out the
survey as quickly as possible with no comments to share!). BUT, we do need to hear from each
and every student in this class, and we value your input.
When SUSSAI evaluations are ready for you to complete, you will see a News posting in the
course. Please take a few minutes to complete this anonymous, brief web-based evaluation on
this course, using these directions:
Step 1: Log in to Argus (http://argus.uwf.edu).
Step 2: Click on the "My Info" tab.
Step 3: Click the link under the category "Personal Student Record Access" that says "Instruction
Assessment (Distance Learning).
Need help? Contact Connie Works at (850) 474-3080 or cworks@uwf.edu for assistance!
Please be assured that all evaluations that are completed online are of a confidential matter. Your
name, social security number, and e-mail address will not be revealed to your instructor,
department, or college. Only one evaluation per course per student can be submitted. Please do
not delay completing the evaluation when the time approaches. Due to the significance of this
information, I will not be able to pre-release grades in eLearning if we are not close to the 100%
participation goal before finals week. Thank you!
Disruptive Behavior: Any behavior that interferes with the conduct of a class is classified as
disruptive behavior and will not be tolerated. Although not exhaustive, examples of disruptive
behavior would include: routinely entering class late or departing class early without specific
permission from the instructor; talking in class without being recognized; threatening faculty or
fellow students or verbal abuse of faculty or fellow students; physical or verbal displays of
anger; etc.,.
Assistance: Students with special needs who require specific examination-related or other
course-related accommodations should contact Barbara Ftizpatrick, Director of Disabled Student
Services (DSS), dss@uwf.edu , 850-474-2387. DSS will provide the student with a letter to the
instructor that will specify any recommended accommodations.
Every effort will be made to accommodate the special needs of disabled students. Please inform
the instructor privately during the first week of class to indicate your particular needs. All such
accommodations are officially arranged through the Office for Disabled Student Services and a
letter from this office must accompany your request.