3762 (v.6) Health Record Systems 382

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Area:	School of Public Health
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	9.25
Lecture:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Individual Study:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	10 x 1 Hours Yearly
Prerequisite(s):	3759 (v.8) Health Record Systems 381 or any previous version AND 3760 (v.7) Professional Practice 381 or any previous version
Co Requisite(s):	6995 (v.4) Nosology 382
Syllabus:	Evaluation methodologies for health information management services. Application of health information management theory into a policy and procedure manual. Health informatics and e health, health care networks, technical infrastructure, clinical information systems, strategic planning for electronic health information systems.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit students will be able to - Demonstrate an awareness of current developments in health information management and a thorough knowledge of current quality improvement methodologies through the design of a policy and procedure manual. Demonstrate an awareness of the technical infrastructure and system requirements that are required to support health informatics. Identify key areas for strategic planning in health informatics and for developing a business case. Appreciate and understand the ethical and legal issues involved in health informatics. Demonstrate an ability to analyse and interpret data.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Daly J., Guillemin M. and Hill S., (Eds.), (2001),Technologies and Health Critical Compromises, Sth Melbourne, Oxford University Press. Hoffer J.A., George J.F. and Valacich J.S., (1999), Modern Systems Analysis and Design, 2nd ed., Menlo Park, Addison-Wesley. Johns M.L., (1997), Information Management for Health Professions, NY, Delmar Publishers. Overton R., (1998), Business Strategy Made Simple, Sydney, Martin Management Australian Business Publications. Oz E., (2000), Management Information Systems,2nd ed., Cambridge, Course Technology Thomson Learning.
Unit Texts:	Abdelhak M., Grostick S., Hanken M.A. and Jacobs E., (2001), Health Information - Management of a Strategic Resource, WB Saunders. Simsion G.C. and Witt G.C., (2001), Data Modeling Essentials - Analysis, Design and Innovation,Scotsdale, The Coriolis Group.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Evaluation Test 10%, Procedure Manual 45%, Data Modelling Project 25%, Health Informatics Assignment 20%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y   Y