Inflammation, Infection and Immunity unit (CAM311)

Hobart

Introduction

In this unit, you will explore the cellular and molecular functions of the human immune system in health and disease; the molecular pathogenic mechanisms of selected infectious agents causing disease in humans; and the use of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance mechanisms. Laboratory practical classes will provide opportunities to develop skills in immunology and microbiology techniques, including data generation, recording, analysis and reporting, as well as effective communication using discipline-specific terminology. Engagement in workshops will further enable you to consolidate and extend your understanding of key immunology and microbiology concepts explored in lectures and practicals.  

Summary

Unit name	Inflammation, Infection and Immunity
Unit code	CAM311
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Health School of Medicine
Discipline	Medicine
Coordinator	Doctor Mark Ambrose
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Advanced

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 1

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	22/2/2026	16/3/2026	19/4/2026	13/6/2026

* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Explain mechanisms underlying complex human immune and inflammatory responses
• Explain the general biology, transmission, molecular pathogenic mechanisms and host-immune-evasion strategies of selected infectious agents; and the mode of action of certain antibiotics and mechanisms conferring resistance
• Generate immunology and microbiology experimental data using associated laboratory methods
• Analyse immunology/microbiology data to form relevant evidence-based conclusions
• Communicate immunology/microbiology concepts using appropriate scientific terminology

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	$1,192.00	$1,192.00	not applicable	$2,862.00

• 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

CXA211 OR KLA210

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

CJA313, CJA314

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Independent Learning 3 hours weekly; Workshop 2 hours fortnightly; Practical (3h) fortnightly; Self-directed study 3-4 hours weekly
Assessment	Workshop Worksheet(s) (10%)|Laboratory Worksheet(s) (20%)|Term Test(s) (30%)|Final Exam (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings and other resources will be provided through MyLO.
Recommended	You can access the reading list for this unit from the link in MyLO or by going directly to the reading lists page on the University Library website.

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