ODONT 6116A - Forensic Odontology Research T/Y Continuing

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2021

Students will undertake a small research project in an aspect of Forensic Odontology or related discipline.

Course Details

Course Code	ODONT 6116A
Course	Forensic Odontology Research T/Y Continuing
Coordinating Unit	Dental
Term	Semester 1
Level	Postgraduate Coursework
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Contact	Supervision as required
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange
Restrictions	Available to Grad Dip Forensic Odontology students only
Assessment	Seminar presentation, research report

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Denice Higgins

Director and Senior Specialist Odontologist
Forensic Odontology Unit/ Adelaide Dental School
Helen Mayo South, North Terrace Campus

Phone: 8313 6292

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

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Course Learning Outcomes

	Be able to critically review scientific publications with reference to applicability to forensic science in the current climate and to be able to identify potential biases and confounding factors
	Be able to effectively seek, analyse and evaluate data, materials and technology relating to the scope of forensic odontology to formulate valid conclusions
	Be able to use highly effective interpersonal skills to enable effective communication of scientific and discipline specific knowledge to a range of audiences
	Be able to develop appropriate unbiased methodologies to address a research question
	Be able to demonstrate a commitment to furthering the scientific base of knowledge in the specialised area of forensic odontology and to disseminate this knowledge to the dental, allied professions and scientific community
	Be able to demonstrate the ability and desire to engage in self-directed, life-long learning by using reflection and critical self-assessment to inform evidence-based practice through continuing professional development

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Deep discipline knowledge informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1 accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)	2, 3
Critical thinking and problem solving steeped in research methods and rigor based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment	1, 2, 4, 6
Teamwork and communication skills developed from, with, and via the SGDE honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning	3, 5
Career and leadership readiness technology savvy professional and, where relevant, fully accredited forward thinking and well informed tested and validated by work based experiences	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Intercultural and ethical competency adept at operating in other cultures comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges	3, 5
Self-awareness and emotional intelligence a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate	2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Learning Resources

Required Resources

Specialised equipment is available in the forensic odontology unit.

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Recommended Resources

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Online Learning

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Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

This subject is an integral part of the Graduate Diploma and involves independent research which will draw from knowledge and skill developed during the other components of the program.

Assistance will be provided by the forensic odontology staff as required. Students are also required to undertake the Research Methods and Ethics course.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

Structured Learning Sessions
Tutorials: 12 x 1 hour sessions
Practicum Placement: 21 x 2 hours

Non Contact Preparation
Weekly Reading/Other Study: 24 hours

Learning Activities Summary

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Specific Course Requirements

Access to clinics and laboratories may require credentialing and police checks.

Small Group Discovery Experience

Students will be involved in undertaking a major research component in this course, relevant to their field of interest within the discipline.

All students will work in a small discovery and inquiry based team environment under the guidance of a researcher/expert in the discipline of forensic odontology.

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

ASSESSMENT TASK	TASK TYPE	WEIGHTING	COURSE LEARNING OUTCOME(S)
Written research proposal	Summative	20%	1,2,5
Seminar presentations	Summative	20%	1,2,5,6
Research report	Summative	60%	2,3,4

Assessment Related Requirements

N/A

Assessment Detail

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Submission

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Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

NOG (No Grade Associated)
Grade	Description
CN	Continuing

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

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