Curriculum Description
This course description provides a necessary summary of the most important characteristics of the course and the expected learning outcomes for the student to achieve evidence of whether they made the most of the available learning opportunities. It must be linked to a description of the program.
General Description
- Name of Organization: Baghdad College of Medicine
- Department: Surgery Department/ Orthopedics
- Module Name: Orthopedics
- Course Pattern: Large Group Lectures/ Clinical Sessions
- Semester and Year: 5th Year
- Total Course Hours: 68 Theory, 35 Practical
Goal of the Course
- 1. To describe the process of diagnosis in musculoskeletal diseases and trauma, including history taking, principles of examination, investigations, and diagnostic procedures.
- 2. To describe principles of fractures, including mechanism, types, classifications, fracture healing process, and treatment of open and closed fractures.
Outcome of this Module
A. Cognitive and theoretical goals mentioned above.
B. Skills
- To practice taking history and examinations in musculoskeletal system.
- To learn how to read and interpret various musculoskeletal diagnostic investigations.
Values and Sentimental Goals
- 1. Doctor-patient relationship
- 2. Leadership
Infrastructure
| Topic | Outcomes | Hours | Week | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | Mentioned | 1 | 1 | Large Group Teaching | Written Exam and Quizzes |
Course Development Plan
- Increasing clinical session's hours.
- Adding skill lab for orthopedics.
- Decreasing the number of students within each group.