Courses & Units
Basic Pathological Processes and Immunity CJA212
Hobart
Introduction
This unit will provide students with the foundation knowledge of pathology by gaining an understanding of the fundamental processes that occur when the human organism undergoes disturbance of its homeostasis. They will gain an appreciation of the ‘one health’ concept of the interrelationships between humans and other living things and their shared environment impacting on human health. The Unit incorporates pathological processes such as cell injury and death, inflammation, healing and neoplasia. Students will gain an understanding of the basic cellular and molecular functions of the immune system in health and disease. Students will be introduced to the range of microorganisms infecting humans and the microbiome, which appears to protect against a growing number of diseases. Students will also learn how the immune system can sometimes be dysregulated and cause significant pathology (immunopathology). Laboratory practical classes will introduce students to basic immunology and pathology techniques that will reinforce material presented during lectures.
Summary
| Unit name | Basic Pathological Processes and Immunity |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CJA212 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Medicine |
| Discipline | Medicine |
| Coordinator | Associate Professor Gunasegaran (Guna) Karupiah |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Intermediate |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 12/7/2021 | 10/8/2021 | 30/8/2021 | 17/10/2021 |
* 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 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the relationship between health and disease and the complex pathological processes which occur in response to physiological stress, damage, infectious and non-infectious threats.
- Explain how microorganisms can affect human health and the cellular and molecular mechanisms by which the immune system responds to infectious and non-infectious threats
- Research, evaluate, apply and cite appropriate literature on a defined topic
- Communicate scientific information using discipline specific terminology both verbally and in written formats
Fee Information
| 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 | $993.00 | $993.00 | not applicable | $2,354.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
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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Requisites
Prerequisites
((CHG105 AND CHG106) OR (CZZ101 AND CZZ102))Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions, MyLo |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Internal test (15%)|Written exam (60%)|Presentation (10%)|Essay (10%)|Peer Assessment of Presentations (5%) |
| 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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