INFECTION AND IMMUNITY
HBS2IAI
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students are introduced to the relationships between micro-organisms, and humans and the public health implications. Topics include an overview of the lymphatic system, non-specific and adaptive aspects of the immune system, micro-organisms (viruses, bacteria, protozoa & multicellular organisms), infections of the gut, respiratory tract, skin, urogenital tract, eye, nosocomial/community infections, infection prevention and control in hospitals and the community.
School: School of Molecular Sciences/LIMS
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Janelle Page
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: HBS1HBA, or HBS1LS1 and PHE1HEH, or equivalent.
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Microbiology and Infection control for health professionals, 3rd edn | Prescribed | Lee & Bishop | PEARSON |
| Readings | Anatomy & physiology | Recommended | Marieb E and Hoehn K | PEARSON, INTRO CH 20, 21 |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate understanding of the importance of normal flora and host defences in the human by describing the relationship with the human body
- Activities:
- Practical activities based on sampling the normal human body flora
02. Explain the interactions between viruses, bacteria, protozoans and multicellular parasites with the innate and adaptive immune system
- Activities:
- Examination of specific diseases and the signs, symptoms and treatment of each
03. Describe the concepts of pathogenesis, epidemiology and prevention and control of infectious diseases
- Activities:
- Tutorial classes will explore these concepts
04. Explain the role of immunisation as a method of minimising outbreaks of infectious diseases
- Activities:
- Final examination will asses knowledge of this ILO
05. Research and present scientific information in a form that is understood by peers
- Activities:
- Poster presentation will be presented to peers
Online, 2016, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Janelle Page
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours practical other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One fact sheet, equivalent to 1,000 words | 25 | 02, 03, 05 | |
| Practical quiz equivalent to 750 words | 20 | 01 | |
| one 2-hour examination | 55 | 02, 03, 04 |