MCE5105 Theory: ART laboratory processes (Andrology)
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
MCE5105 Theory: ART laboratory processes (Andrology) is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2023 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Monash Medical Centre. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2023
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Monash Medical Centre
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before MCE5105
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After MCE5105
No unit lists MCE5105 as a prerequisite in the 2023 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Overview
This unit will focus on diagnostic and therapeutic andrology procedures and their utilisation in an ART setting. Students will learn about conventionally measured features of semen in order to determine the clinical thresholds distinguishing fertile, sub-fertile and infertile patients.
Currently marketed novel analysis and preparation techniques will be critically analysed for their clinical effectiveness. The theory behind sperm preparation for intrauterine insemination, conventional IVF and ICSI with both fresh and frozen sperm will be discussed.
Preparation of sperm from testicular and epididymal surgical extraction will be compared to ejaculate preparation. Students will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge on andrology to a clinical case study and make clinical assessments of human semen samples via an online platform.
Offerings in 2023
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester (extended) | Monash Medical Centre | Online |
| First semester (extended) | Monash Medical Centre | On campus |
| Second semester (extended) | Monash Medical Centre | Online |
Assessment
- Test (2 hours)30%
- Clinical case study (iSAP)40%
- Role play (15 minutes plus peer review)30%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Evaluate how a diagnostic semen analysis reflects clinical significance.
- 2
Critique the key components of conventional and novel sperm preparation and cryopreservation techniques.
- 3
Critique surgical sperm extraction and preparation techniques of testicular and epididymal samples
- 4
Identify treatment strategies for male infertility patients
- 5
Apply andrology concepts to determine diagnoses in clinical case studies.
- 6
Critique controversial issues related to andrology and reproductive treatment options
Workload and teaching
- Lectures11 hours
- Workshops4 hours
- Tutorials3 hours
- Teaching approachOnline learning
Expect 12 hours per week of directed and self-directed learning over a six week block.
For on-campus students, this unit is conducted over six weeks in Semester 1. It is expected that students attend all lectures and tutorials associated with this unit.
For off-campus students, all teaching activities are recorded. Semester 1 assessments align with on-campus timeframes. If completing the unit in Semester 2, timeframes are flexible.
For full details of the teaching approach to this unit, please refer to Moodle.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Associate Professor Sally Catt
- Dr Fabrizzio Horta
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Sally Catt
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MCE5105?
MCE5105 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is MCE5105 offered?
In 2023, MCE5105 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Monash Medical Centre, with an online option.
Does MCE5105 have an exam?
No. MCE5105 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.