Courses & Units
Cellular Basis of Disease CAM107
Introduction
This unit will examine the biological processes that lead to disease. We will explore the world of infectious disease including bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic diseases, and how the body’s immune system detects and destroys these pathogens. This unit will delve into how the immune responses can go awry leading to disfunctions such as allergies and autoimmune disease. We will also look at the cellular basis of non-communicable diseases such as cancer and dementia. To deepen our understanding of the research investigating these diseases, we will also examine common research and diagnosis laboratory techniques.
Summary
| Unit name | Cellular Basis of Disease |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CAM107 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Medicine |
| Discipline | Medicine |
| Coordinator | Doctor Jack Auty |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 10/7/2023 | 8/8/2023 | 28/8/2023 | 15/10/2023 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Describe the biology of infectious organisms and viruses, and how they contribute to disease
- Describe how the immune system responds to infection and tissue damage, and how these immune mechanisms can both prevent and contribute to disease processes
- Explain the pathophysiology of non-communicable disease
- Apply basic laboratory techniques used in cellular disease biology and describe how they work
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 019901 | $1,037.00 | $1,037.00 | not applicable | $2,472.00 |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 1 x weekly 2-hour online class 1 x fortnightly 2-hour tutorial 6 x 2-hour practical classes per semester |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Pre-Laboratory online quizzes (10%)|Mid-semester test (15%)|Written examination (35%)|Workbook (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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