| Area: | School of Biomedical Science |
| Credits: | 25.0 |
| Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
| Lecture: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
| Seminar: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
| Syllabus: | Comprises selected topics examining theoretical and applied aspects of immunology. The topics are agreed upon during discussion with the unit coordinator and may include the following topics - Cellular immunology. Molecular biology of antigens, antibodies and immune regulation. Immune response to infectious agents, or a selected agent. Aspects of immunoassay and blotting methods. Production and use of monoclonal antibodies and engineered antibodies. Roles of the complement system and MHC in infections. Immune mechanisms of tissue damage and their roles in immunological diseases. Diagnosis of infections. Advances in immunisation. Genetics of infection. Molecular genetics of the immune system. Psychoimmunology and its applications. It is intended that the student focuses on selected topics from this list rather than attempting to cover all topics in depth. |
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| Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will have - Developed an understanding of both the normal functions of the immune system and aberrations of the immune system which can lead to disease. Developed a knowledge of the nature of recent developments in understanding host responses to infection, focussing on the molecular and genetic basis of the responses. Demonstrated the capacity to analyse papers published in immunological journals. Developed practical and interpretive skills relevant to a selection of immunologically based laboratory procedures. |
| 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: | No prescribed references. |
| Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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| Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Assignment (Reviewing a defined topic) 50%. Practical Assessment 15%. Final Theory Examination 35%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | Y | | |
