Module manager: Lisa Ashton
Email: l.m.ashton@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2025/26
Students who enrol on this module must have successfully completed year 1 and 2 of the BSc Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology) Programme.
This module is restructuring content currently delivered in year 3 and extending the cardiac ultrasound element to include more content in line with workforce planning requirements
This module is not approved as a discovery module
This module will provide students with an understanding of the key concepts associated with cardiac devices and cardiac ultrasound and broaden their knowledge in the application of management processes for patients with a range of cardiac disease processes including paediatric and congenital heart disease.
This module will provide students an in-depth knowledge in the principles and application of procedures for cardiac device implantation and follow up to include both basic and complex devices. The module will also introduce students to the utilisation of cardiac ultrasound and basic scanning principles. Students will develop knowledge that they will then apply within their practice module. Utilising a blended learning approach students will be provided with both theory and practical sessions to enhance learning.
1. Critically evaluate the physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology relevant to cardiac implantable devices
2. Identification, analysis and measurement of procedure specific data including both normal and abnormal measurements
3. Formulate accurate reports relevant to specific procedures
4. Develop analytical and problem-solving skills to apply to procedure specific trouble shooting
5. Develop knowledge and skills required to complete and report basic diagnostic cardiac ultrasound applying knowledge to clinical scenarios
6. Develop independent study skills to critically evaluate one pathology of the student’s choice
The module will cover a broad range of procedures, principles and applications which are carried out during both cardiac device implantation and follow up. These will be linked to the key concepts of indications, contraindications and evidence-based practice.
The module will also cover the key changes linked to cardiac disease and rhythm disorders linked to the associated treatment options.
The syllabus also introduces the utilisation and application of cardiac ultrasound as a diagnostic tool.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 20 | 2 | 40 |
| seminars | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Tutorials | 10 | 1 | 10 |
| Practicals | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| Class tests, exams and assessment | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Group learning | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Independent online learning hours | 135 | ||
| Private study hours | 200 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 65 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 400 | ||
Workbook which will run alongside the lecture delivery, this will be provided in 4 parts consisting of data interpretation and measurement as well as short answer questions. These will be in similar format to examination questions to allow students formative feedback. Feedback will also be provided on group work set throughout the module. Group presentations will allow formative feedback in preparation for the individual summative presentations.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | Group project - Formative group presentation | |
| Coursework | Verbal presentation - 10 minute presentation with 5 minutes questioning | 50 |
| Coursework | Formative Workbook to support learning | |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 50 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) (S1) | 2.0 Hrs 0 Mins | 50 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 50 | |
Both assessed pieces of work must be passed in order to pass the module. There is no compensation between the two pieces of work. Failure of either element will result in a resit opportunity for the failed component(s) of assessment and a capped overall module mark of 40% following a pass at resubmission.
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 11/04/2025
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