MCE5112 Practical: ART laboratory processes (embryology/andrology)
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
MCE5112 Practical: ART laboratory processes (embryology/andrology) is a level 5, 12-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2022 in Semester 1 at Monash Medical Centre. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 12
- Offered in 2022
- Semester 1
- Monash Medical Centre
- Assessment
- No exam
- 6 tasks
This is the 2022 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before MCE5112
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After MCE5112
No unit lists MCE5112 as a prerequisite in the 2022 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Overview
This unit will introduce students to an assisted reproduction technology (ART) education laboratory.
Hands-on practical tuition will enable students to gain key embryology and andrology skills and a platform for applying the theoretical knowledge from MCE5103 and MCE5105.
Using a murine model, students will gain competency in basic embryology skills (embryo handling, gamete preparation, IVF, embryo culture and embryo grading).
Using human semen samples, basic andrology skills (diagnostic and therapeutic) will be taught. Students will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of key ART processes though both practical and written assessments. Associated laboratory skills such as microscopy skills, laboratory etiquette, working as a group, media making and writing laboratory reports will be included in the teaching of this unit.
Note; dissecting mice and attending the animal house for gamete and embryo collection is optional for students.
Offerings in 2022
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester (extended) | Monash Medical Centre | On campus |
Assessment
- Practical laboratory skills: embryo culture and handling5%
- Written laboratory reports: embryo culture and handling10%
- Written laboratory reports: andrology10%
- Practical laboratory skills: IVFCompetency hurdle40%
- Written laboratory reports: IVF15%
- Written quiz: embryo culture and IVF20%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Demonstrate proficiency in basic embryology laboratory skills
- 2
Demonstrate proficiency in basic andrology laboratory skills
- 3
Apply skills in following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and written laboratory instructions
- 4
Apply OHSE skills and knowledge to ensure safe work practices in the laboratory
- 5
Use laboratory equipment and consumables (including culture media) appropriately to optimise embryo development
- 6
Identify embryo developmental milestones and the concept of 'on time' embryo development
- 7
Propose solutions when laboratory troubleshooting is initiated
- 8
Create laboratory reports that demonstrate effective scientific communication skills
- 9
Demonstrate appropriate laboratory behaviour regarding teamwork and laboratory etiquette.
Workload and teaching
- Teaching approachActive learning
This is a practical based unit, with a high number of contact hours for hands-on training.
For on-campus students, this unit is conducted throughout all of Semester 1 (18 weeks), with up to 16 hours per week of directed and self-directed learning. It is expected that students attended all practical sessions and tutorials associated with this unit.
Off-campus students need to be working in an ART clinic to complete or br credited for MCE5112 or they will need to attend face-to-face.
During some teaching periods daily attendance will be required.
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
- Chief Examiners
- Ms Penny Chen
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Duc Huynh
- Ms Penny Chen
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MCE5112?
MCE5112 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is MCE5112 offered?
In 2022, MCE5112 runs in Semester 1 at Monash Medical Centre.
Does MCE5112 have an exam?
No. MCE5112 has 6 assessment tasks and no exam.