Courses & Units
Inflammation, Infection and Immunity CAM311
Introduction
In this unit we will explore recent advances in immunology and microbiology. We will investigate how the immune system can prevent disease through a molecular battle with infectious agents and how the immune system can contribute to disease with a focus on the damaging nature of inflammation. The workshops in this unit will provide the opportunity to develop research and communication skills through interactive tasks. In addition, the unit is designed to enable students to develop skills to become effective research scientists and will involve critical review of scientific literature, interpretation and analysis of data, and communication (oral and written form) of scientific concepts.
Summary
| Unit name | Inflammation, Infection and Immunity |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CAM311 |
| 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 1 | 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 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the concepts underlying complex human inflammatory responses
- Describe and discuss how infectious agents are transmitted and infect the human host and approaches to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
- Describe how the function and regulation of immunity relates to protection against infectious agents
- Communicate complex information relating to inflammation, infection and immunity both verbally and in writing using correct scientific terminology
Fee Information
The 2024 Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) rates are still being finalised by the Government and we will update the domestic fee information as soon as we have more details.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CJA212 OR KLA210Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
CJA314, CJA314Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Independent Learning 3 hours weekly; Workshop 2 hours weekly; Self-directed study 3-4 hours weekly |
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| Assessment | Midsemester test (15%)|Communicating immunology and infectious disease biology: educational podcast (25%)|Communicating immunology and infectious disease biology: published commentary (25%)|Final Exam (35%) |
| 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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