ECE2160 / Health, Safety, and Nutrition
© 2022 Revised April 2025
Assignment 1
Health - Communicable Illness Report (20%)
DUE DATE
Session 4
OBJECTIVE
For this assignment, you will create a visual board that displays information about a communicable
illness. The purpose of a visual board is to make the information visually stimulating and easy to follow,
encouraging the viewer to quickly absorb the main points without being overwhelmed by text-heavy
content. You will then present your visual board to the class, explaining the information displayed and
providing a detailed explanation. A separate resource list with credible sources will also be required.
INSTRUCTIONS
Part 1: Visual Board Creation
1. You will create a visual board focused on a communicable illness chosen from the list provided in
class. A visual board is a collage of images, diagrams, graphs, and charts, using minimal text to
convey ideas, summarize information, and highlight important points.
2. The visual board should summarize the following topics in a single, clear, and visually appealing
layout.
1. Identification of the illness
2. Pathogen involved
3. Signs and symptoms
4. Mode of transmission
5. Incubation period
6. General care and treatment
7. Methods of control
3. Design Tips: You may use a template from Canva or PowerPoint but only using one slide. Remember
this is a Visual Board, not a PowerPoint presentation. Ensure your board is visually appealing, easy
to follow, and not overloaded with text. Use bullet points where needed, but emphasize images,
icons, and infographics. Here are some elements you may consider:
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o Use images that are directly related to the illness, such as pictures of
symptoms, affected areas of the body, or the pathogen (e.g., bacteria or virus). Each image
should reinforce the concept it represents.
o Use diagrams (like the life cycle of the pathogen) or flow charts that visually explain how the
illness spreads.
o Create a bar graph showing the most common modes of transmission, or representing
statistics.
o Utilize icons or symbols to represent abstract concepts like prevention (e.g., handwashing
icon), transmission (e.g., handshake), or treatment (e.g., a pill bottle).
o Text should be short and concise that provides essential details, like the name of the illness,
key symptoms, or treatment methods.
4. Submit your visual board on My Campus in PDF form.
Part 2: Visual Board Report
5. After creating your visual board, you will write a one-page report summary that will explain the
content of your visual board thoroughly, highlighting all key aspects.
6. Your one-page report summary must have a logical flow of information where you guide your reader
through a logical progression of the illness’s key details. The visuals should guide the reader through
the illness's key details in a clear and structured manner, moving from one aspect to the next (e.g.,
starting with identification of the illness, followed by symptoms, transmission, treatment, and
prevention).
7. Your report must include a title page and a reference page listing all credible sources used in your
visual board and in your report. This must be in APA format. Your resource list should include
websites from reputable health organizations, such as the CDC, Fraser Health, or Vancouver Coastal
Health.
8. Submit your visual board report on My Campus in PDF form.
AI USE RULES
No AI Use Allowed:
In this assignment you may not use any AI tools. Although other assignments may allow it, this one
does not. Please ensure that what you submit is completely your own work. Unauthorized use of AI
tools can result in academic penalties comparable to those that apply to traditional plagiarism.
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
Submit the assignment as a PDF file and save it using the following naming format:
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NAME_COURSE_Communicable Illness Visual Board
NAME_COURSE_Communicable Illness Report
GRADING CRITERIA
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1. Create a single visual board that is visually appealing and
professionally displayed in an easy-to-understand manner,
allowing for quick comprehension.
2. Create a visual board that includes the requirements using a
collage of images, diagrams, graphs, and charts:
o Identification of illness
o Pathogen involved
o Signs and symptoms
o Mode of transmission
o Incubation period
o General care and treatment
o Methods of control
3. Create a visual representation of the communicable illness that
clearly communicates the main ideas with minimal text.
4. Include a clear and accurate resource list with credible sources
and properly cited (APA format).
5. Write a summary report that considers the following:
o Strong understanding of the topic and explain the
information clearly.
o Guide the reader through the illness's key details in a clear
and structured manner, moving from one aspect to the next.
o Elaborate on all key aspects and connect visuals with
concepts.
o The visuals are intentionally chosen and organized in a way
that directly supports and explains the core information
about the illness.
o One-page summary that is clear and concise to engage the
reader.
TOTAL /30