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2012/13 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
DONE2174 Autistic Spectrum Disorder
10 creditsClass Size: 30
Module manager: Jo Lay
Email: J.Lay@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: 1 Sep to 31 Jan (Adv pre 2223), Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2012/13
Pre-requisite qualifications
Entry requirements for the BSc (Hons) in Nursing (Adult) and BSc (Hons) in Nursing (Child)This module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
On completion of this module students should be able to:- examine and discuss concepts and theories related to the epidemiology, and aetiology of autism spectrum syndrome;
- describe current diagnostic classification systems of autistic spectrum syndrome;
- critically discuss the central features of autistic spectrum syndrome, considering the potential consequences for the individual, family and carers;
- appraise therapeutic strategies and approaches in the care, treatment and education of potential consequences for the individual's with autistic spectrum disorder;
- select, review and discuss internet/world wide web resources on autistic spectrum syndrome; appraise carers skills, knowledge and values effective in the delivery of services for individuals with autistic spectrum syndrome;
- discuss the range of services and networks available for individuals with autistic spectrum syndrome.
Syllabus
- Aetiology, incidence and descriptions of autism; historical perspectives, theories and emerging constructs of autism;
- diagnostic criteria: psychiatric and educational, ICD-10 & DSM IV criteria, pervasive development disorders and autism;
- autistic syndrome key features including social interaction, communication, imagination and thinking, educational diagnostic checklists;
- personal accounts, case studies and perspectivees on the experience of autism;
- impact of autism upon the individual, family and carer - health loss, gain and maintenance;
- autism and behaviours which challenge;
- communication issues and autism;
- therapeutic approaches to care provision, service models, multi-disciplinary structures, service values , staff and carer skills, knowledge and values;
- information technology skills, access to internet/world wide web resources on autism.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Lecture | 11 | 1.00 | 11.00 |
| Tutorial | 11 | 1.00 | 11.00 |
| Private study hours | 78.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 22.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 | ||
Private study
Pre session reading, assignment work.Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Course work to help develop learning and preparation for summative assessment, in the form of reading and preparation for class discussion and debate.Methods of assessment
Exams
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
| Practical Exam / OSCE | 0 hr 15 mins | 100.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 100.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 03/04/2013
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