PAR3021 Paramedic emergency management
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
PAR3021 Paramedic emergency management is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2023 in Semester 1 at Peninsula. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 2 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2023
- Semester 1
- Peninsula
- Assessment
- Exam 40%
- and 2 other tasks
This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before PAR3021
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After PAR3021
2 units list PAR3021 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: (PAR2013 or PAR2012), PAR2022, PAR2032, PAR2020
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in course codes M20021 or M2011
Overview
This unit develops the role of the paramedic as a clinical leader in the community with the focus on major incidents and disasters. The unit explores disaster planning, response and recovery, and the roles and responsibilities of the paramedic when managing multiple patients or a complex setting, during a major health emergency or during a humanitarian disaster.
Offerings in 2023
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Peninsula | Online |
| First semester | Peninsula | On campus |
Assessment
- Mass Casualty Written Assignment (3,000 words)Competency hurdle40%
- Mass Casualty Worksheet (1500 words)20%
- Final Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)Competency hurdle40%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the roles and responsibilities of paramedics, emergency services and other health agencies in relation to a multi-casualty or major incident.
- 2
Compare and contrast the management of major incident in a rural, remote or complex setting compared to the urban environment.
- 3
Describe the broader requirements of paramedics, emergency services and other health agencies during disaster management, in particular the management of public health issues and logistics management.
- 4
Analyse the contemporary structure of a major incident control system in the Australian context, and describe the role of the paramedic in major incidents and disasters, particularly compared to normal operations.
- 5
Outline the role of the paramedic in emergency management planning and preparedness in local and international settings.
- 6
Demonstrate effective logistical management, patient triage or participation in a response team during a simulated mass-casualty situation or major incident.
Workload and teaching
- Practical activities12 hours
- Lectures24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
A combination of lectures, tutorials, practicals and online activities (6 hours per week), and self-directed study (6 hours per week).
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
- Anna Du
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Linda Ross
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PAR3021?
PAR3021 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after PAR3021?
PAR3021 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 2 units, including PAR3022 and PAR3032.
When is PAR3021 offered?
In 2023, PAR3021 runs in Semester 1 at Peninsula, with an online option.
Does PAR3021 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 40% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.