UnitLevel 2Undergraduate

OCC2020 Enabling occupation: Performance challenges 1A

Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

OCC2020 Enabling occupation: Performance challenges 1A is a level 2, 12-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2020 in Semester 2 at Peninsula. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.

Credit points
12
Offered in 2020
Semester 2
Peninsula
Assessment
Exam 72.5%
and 9 other tasks

This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.

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Requisites

Before OCC2020

No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.

After OCC2020

1 unit list OCC2020 as a prerequisite or corequisite.

Enrolment rules

Prerequisites: (OCC2012, OCC2013 and OCC2014) OR (OCC2011)

Corequisite: Must be enrolled in course M3001.

Overview

This is the first unit of the occupational therapy intervention units. It comprises integrated case based learning, skills based learning, theories and evidence based practice with participation in simulated clinical placement to consolidate application of knowledge into practice. Students will apply and critique the principles of assessment and intervention for clients with problems related to capacities to engage in activities, occupations, and participation in community life. Intervention principles will also incorporate environmental supports and barriers (advocacy, organisational change, environmental adaptation), and evidence-based practice. Student will begin to develop appropriate intervention plans for clients based on assessment findings and evidence. Building on the skills acquired in OCC2013, students will further develop their professional competencies in professional behaviour, information gathering, communication with clients and co-workers, documentation, time-management, occupational therapy assessment, intervention and evaluation. Students will participate in two weeks (four days per week) of simulated clinical placement to develop these competencies. They will be provided with feedback and guided to reflect on and in practice within both academic and clinical contexts.

Students will also reflect on their participation in a community-based experience to further understand human occupation and community services available.

 

Offerings in 2020

Teaching periodCampusMode
Second semesterPeninsulaOn campus

Assessment

  • Technical drawing of home environment (1500 words)
    12.5%
  • Critically evaluate a splint (800 words)
    5%
  • Office / workplace assessment assignment (1,500 words)
    10%
  • 2 x Exam (1 hour and 10 minutes each) (Short answer and MCQ)
    40%
  • Written exam (1 hour and 10 minutes) and oral exam (30 minutes)
    30%
  • Peer assessor in an oral examination
    2.5%
  • The manufacture of splints as directedCompetency hurdle
    -
  • Completion of two self-evaluations of participation in scenario-based learning groups.Competency hurdle
    -
  • Completion of evaluation of group process for each scenario-based learning case covered.Competency hurdle
    -
  • Completion of reflection assignment on community-based experiences to a satisfactory standard.Competency hurdle
    -
  • Submission of a timesheet documenting hours at the community-based experienceCompetency hurdle
    -
  • Satisfactory completion of simulated clinical placementCompetency hurdle
    -

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    Apply the Canadian Model of Occupational Performance and Engagement (CMOP-E) and the Canadian Practice Process Framework (CPPF) to typical occupational therapy practice scenarios addressing different areas of practice;

  2. 2

    Apply and explain typical occupational therapy theories, intervention strategies, methods and modalities used with clients of occupational therapy;

  3. 3

    Describe common musculoskeletal, medical, surgical, neurological, mental and psychosocial disease processes relevant to clients of occupational therapy in the context of their occupational sequelae;

  4. 4

    Design technical drawings of home modifications, evaluate these relative to clients' needs and communicate recommendations to home modification;

  5. 5

    Construct an orthosis using the principles of orthotic fabrication and justify design, manufacture and application of a specific orthosis;

  6. 6

    Select, measure, prescribe and use appropriate assistive equipment to create recommendations for increased occupational participation and performance in typical client scenarios;

  7. 7

    Integrate evidence-based practice with a client-centred approach to recommend relevant occupational therapy intervention strategies and services;

  8. 8

    Write relevant, concise and comprehensive reports and substantiate both written and oral reports with information from assessments, observations and interviews;

  9. 9

    Demonstrate proficient information gathering, assessments, goal setting, intervention planning, professional documentation, communication and reflective practice skills related to occupational therapy practice in clinical settings (including simulated environments);

     

     

  10. 10

    Demonstrate respectful and professional behaviour in both academic and simulated clinical environments including health care team members, consumers, carers, fieldwork supervisors, and academic staff;

     

     

  11. 11

    Apply knowledge of occupational science, social and community participation /inclusion to understand the role of health , social or community services in occupational participation through engagement in community based experience.

     

     

Workload and teaching

  • Lectures8 hours
  • Workshops9 hours
  • Tutorials59.5 hours
  • Practical activities22 hours
  • Seminars42.5 hours

Learning resources

Required resources

See Moodle for details about required resources.

Contacts

Chief Examiners
Professor Ted Brown
Unit Coordinators
Dr Eli Chu
Lisa Licciardi

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for OCC2020?

OCC2020 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.

What can I take after OCC2020?

OCC2020 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including OCC4051.

When is OCC2020 offered?

In 2020, OCC2020 runs in Semester 2 at Peninsula.

Does OCC2020 have an exam?

Yes. The exam is worth 72.5% of the final mark, alongside 11 other tasks.

More details

Credit points
12
Level
2
Study level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Organisational unit
Department of Occupational Therapy
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.250
Student contribution
SCA Band 2
Study abroad
Not available