Assessment 3: Capstone Project¶
Overview¶
| Element | Details |
|---|---|
| Weighting | 40% |
| Due Date | Week 12 |
| Word Count | 4,000 words (or equivalent) |
| Learning Outcomes | LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4 |
| Format | Professional report |
Task Description¶
Develop a comprehensive analysis of an AI technology for healthcare application. This capstone project integrates learning across all four unit outcomes, demonstrating your ability to synthesise technical, evaluative, implementation, and future-oriented perspectives.
Choose one of two streams:
Stream A: Implementation Strategy¶
Develop a detailed implementation strategy for introducing a specific AI technology into an Australian aeromedical or healthcare setting.
Requirements¶
Your strategy must address all five components:
1. Technical Overview (approximately 600 words) — LO1¶
Provide a technical overview of the AI system: - Architecture and algorithms - Data requirements and sources - System capabilities and limitations - Technical integration requirements
2. Risk and Ethical Analysis (approximately 800 words) — LO2¶
Present comprehensive risk and ethical analysis: - Safety risks and failure modes - Bias and equity considerations - Ethical implications - Regulatory requirements - Mitigations for identified risks
3. Implementation Approach (approximately 1,200 words) — LO3¶
Detail the implementation approach: - Governance structure and oversight - Validation strategy (local validation, silent running, etc.) - Workflow integration design - Training and competency requirements - Change management approach - Monitoring and maintenance plan - Contingency and incident response
4. Future Analysis (approximately 600 words) — LO4¶
Analyse how the technology may evolve: - Expected technological developments - Implications for the implementation - Adaptation and update strategy - Long-term sustainability
5. Position Statement (approximately 800 words)¶
Conclude with a justified position: - Should this implementation proceed? Why/why not? - What conditions must be met? - What would success look like? - What would change your recommendation?
Stream B: Critical Analysis¶
Produce a critical analysis of an emerging AI technology and its implications for Australian healthcare.
Requirements¶
Your analysis must address all five components:
1. Technology Explanation (approximately 600 words) — LO1¶
Explain the technology and its current development state: - Technical foundations and architecture - Current capabilities and limitations - Development trajectory - Healthcare applications (current and potential)
2. Critical Evaluation (approximately 800 words) — LO2¶
Critically evaluate implications: - Safety risks and concerns - Ethical implications - Regulatory challenges - Equity and access considerations - Evidence base and gaps
3. Implementation Analysis (approximately 800 words) — LO3¶
Analyse implementation requirements: - What would implementation require? - What barriers exist? - What governance would be needed? - What workforce implications arise?
4. Future Trajectory (approximately 800 words) — LO4¶
Predict development and implications: - How will this technology evolve? - What healthcare applications will emerge? - What disruptions might occur? - What should Australian healthcare do to prepare?
5. Position Statement (approximately 1,000 words)¶
Present a defended position: - How should Australian healthcare respond to this technology? - What actions should be taken now? - What should be monitored? - What is your professional position on this technology?
Topic Selection¶
Stream A Topics (Implementation Strategy)¶
Develop an implementation strategy for one of: - Deterioration prediction system for your health service - AI-assisted diagnostic imaging in retrieval medicine - Clinical documentation AI for aeromedical services - Dispatch and resource allocation AI - Other approved topic
Stream B Topics (Critical Analysis)¶
Analyse one of: - Large language models in clinical practice - Autonomous systems in emergency medicine - Foundation models and multimodal AI - Federated learning in Australian health data - AI-assisted clinical reasoning - Other approved topic
Topic approval required by Week 7
Milestones and Formative Feedback¶
| Milestone | Due | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Topic selection | Week 7 | Submit topic for approval |
| Draft structure | End Week 9 | Submit draft structure for feedback |
| Presentation (selected) | Week 12 | 5-minute presentation |
| Final submission | End Week 12 | Complete capstone |
Submission Format¶
- Professional report format suitable for senior health service leadership
- 4,000 words (+/- 10%)
- Executive summary (not included in word count)
- Clear structure with appropriate headings
- Visual elements where appropriate (diagrams, frameworks, tables)
- Reference list using consistent citation style (not included in word count)
- Submit via LMS by 11:59 PM on the due date
Marking Criteria¶
| Criterion | Weighting | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Integration | 25% | Effective integration of all four learning outcomes |
| Analysis Depth | 25% | Depth and sophistication of analysis |
| Synthesis | 20% | Quality of synthesis and position development |
| Contextual Application | 15% | Applicability to Australian healthcare/aeromedical context |
| Communication | 15% | Professional presentation and clarity |
Grade Descriptors¶
High Distinction (85-100%) Demonstrates exceptional integration across all learning outcomes with sophisticated analysis. Synthesis shows original thinking and well-developed professional position. Highly applicable to Australian context with practical, actionable insights. Communication is exemplary—suitable for executive leadership audience.
Distinction (75-84%) Demonstrates strong integration across learning outcomes with thorough analysis. Synthesis is well-developed with clear position. Good applicability to Australian context. Communication is professional and clear.
Credit (65-74%) Demonstrates adequate integration across learning outcomes. Analysis addresses key issues. Synthesis provides reasonable position. Applicable to Australian context. Communication is appropriate.
Pass (50-64%) Demonstrates basic integration of learning outcomes with some gaps. Analysis is superficial in places. Position is underdeveloped. Limited contextual application. Communication needs improvement.
Resources¶
- All course materials (Weeks 1-12)
- Practical exercises (Colab)
- Assessment 1 and 2 feedback
- Tutor feedback on draft structure
- Peer projects (presentations)
Academic Integrity¶
This is an individual assessment. You may discuss concepts with peers and build on course discussions, but your submission must be your own work. Acknowledge any AI writing assistance used and ensure you can explain and defend all content.
Support¶
- Tutor feedback on draft structure (Week 9)
- Discussion forum
- Consultation hours
- Writing support services