MICROBIOLOGY AND CELL BIOLOGY FOR ORTHOPTICS
MIC3MCO
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will be introduced to core concepts in human cell biology, genetics, immunology, and microbiology, relevant to a broad appreciation of the pathological mechanisms of dysfunction of the eye. During the learning program, students will develop an understanding of the genetics and biological mechanisms underpinning different types of eye disorders, including: infectious, autoimmune, congenital, genetic, degenerative, neoplastic, toxic and vascular eye disorders. Examples will be used to illustrate these different etiologies, such as Retinitis Pigmentosa, Albinism, Marfan syndrome, Sjogren syndrome, Uveitis, Trachoma, Chalazia, Blepharitis, Dacryocystitis and Thyrotoxicosis. Students will also gain insight into the fundamentals of genetic and molecular diagnostic methods relevant to these ocular conditions.
SchoolLife Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorLisa Francione
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must be admitted in one of the following courses: HZVSO, SBS, SBBIS, SBAVB, SBMS, SBMD. Students from other courses must receive subject coordinators approval for admission. Students admitted in one of the following courses: SBS, SBBIS, SBAVB, SBMS must have completed BIO1MGC and at least 90 credit points of Level one subjects. Students studying HZVSO will be given priority in order to meet the requirements of their course.
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Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
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