INFECTION AND IMMUNITY

HBS2IAI

2019

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In this subject students are introduced to the relationships between microorganisms, humans and the public health implications. Topics include an overview of the lymphatic system: non-specific and adaptive aspects of the immune system: introductory microbiology of viruses, bacteria and protozoa: 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: One of HBS1HBA, PHE1HEH or equivalent.

Co-requisites: N/A

Incompatible subjects: N/A

Equivalent subjects: N/A

Special conditions: N/A

Learning resources

Readings

Resource TypeTitleResource RequirementAuthor and YearPublisher
ReadingsMicrobiology and Infection control for health professionals, 3rd ednPrescribedLee & Bishop (6th edition)Pearson
ReadingsAnatomy & physiologyRecommendedMarieb E and Hoehn K (9th edition)Pearson

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:
Tutorial classes will explore these concepts

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 via completion of online practical and workshop activities

03. Describe the concepts of pathogenesis, epidemiology and prevention and control of infectious diseases

Activities:
Tutorial classes and worksheet activities will explore these concepts

04. Explain the role of immunisation as a method of minimising outbreaks of infectious diseases

Activities:
Online quizzes and tutorials will allow students to explore the concepts of immunisation and infectious disease control

05. Research scientific information in a form that is understood by peers

Activities:
Preparation of a fact sheet on a relevant infectious disease

Albury-Wodonga, 2019, 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.

TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Timetabled online class"

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
One fact sheet (1,000-words equivalent)2502, 03, 05
Practical quiz (1,500-words equivalent)3501
One 2-hour examination (2,000-words equivalent)4002, 03, 04

Bendigo, 2019, 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.

TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Timetabled online class"

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
One fact sheet (1,000-words equivalent)2502, 03, 05
Practical quiz (1,500-words equivalent)3501
One 2-hour examination (2,000-words equivalent)4002, 03, 04

Melbourne, 2019, 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.

TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Timetabled online class"

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
One fact sheet (1,000-words equivalent)2502, 03, 05
Practical quiz (1,500-words equivalent)3501
One 2-hour examination (2,000-words equivalent)4002, 03, 04

Mildura, 2019, 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.

TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Timetabled online class"

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
One fact sheet (1,000-words equivalent)2502, 03, 05
Practical quiz (1,500-words equivalent)3501
One 2-hour examination (2,000-words equivalent)4002, 03, 04

Shepparton, 2019, 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.

TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Timetabled online class"

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
One fact sheet (1,000-words equivalent)2502, 03, 05
Practical quiz (1,500-words equivalent)3501
One 2-hour examination (2,000-words equivalent)4002, 03, 04