Mechanisms of Disease (11727.1)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Science And Technology |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Academic Program Area - Science | Level 2 - Undergraduate Intermediate Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Integrate and apply biological and chemical principles to understand the aetiology, pathogenesis and risk factors of specific diseases;
2. Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the systemic, molecular and cellular factors responsible for disease initiation, progression and resolution;
3. Evaluate the role of the immune system in specific diseases;
4. Interpret the consequences of specific changes in organs, tissues, and cells in different diseases; and
5. Integrate disease theory and laboratory practice for interpretation and validation of experimental data.
Graduate attributes
1. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems1. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
2. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
3. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
3. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
Prerequisites
11722 Biological Concepts OR 483 Concepts in BiologyCorequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
6510 Introduction to MicrobiologyAssumed knowledge
None.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 05 February 2024 | On-campus | Dr Michael Frese |
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 03 February 2025 | On-campus | Dr Michael Frese |
Required texts
1. Willey J, Sandman K & Wood D (2022). Prescott's Microbiology. 12th International Edition. McGraw-Hill (ISBN10: 1264088396 | ISBN13: 9781264088393); available from the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøX Shop.
2. Punt J, Stranford S, Jones P & Owen JA (2019). Kuby Immunology. 8th International Edition. Freemann and Co, NewYork (ISBN: 9781319114701); available from the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøX Shop.
3. Mechanisms of Disease—Laboratory Notes 2024. University of Canberra, Australia. Please do not print the manual—all students are required to buy the Laboratory Notes 2024 at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøX Shop.
Submission of assessment items
Special assessment requirements
In order to pass, students must: (i) attempt the following assessment items: the mid-semester test, the practical skills assessment and the final exam; (ii) gain an overall unit mark of at least 50%; (iii) gain a mark of at least 45% in the final exam; and (iii) participate in at least 6 practical classes scheduled on Thursdays and 5 practical classes scheduled on Fridays (regardless of medical or counselling certificates).
The unit convener reserves the right to question students orally on any of their submitted work.
Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.
Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø students have to complete the annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.
Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.
Learner engagement
This unit consists of ~22 hours of lectures, 23 hours of laboratory/practical classes and a further 4.5 hours of undertaking timed assessment tasks (mid-semester test, practical skills assessment and final exam). The remaining time (150 - 49.5 = 100.5 hours) should be spend on self-directed studies using the material provided in lectures/practicals, textbooks and other resources, as well as other provided support sessions or resources.
Participation requirements
Studying all of the lecture material is expected and participation in face-to-face lectures is strongly recommended.
Participation in at least 6 Thursday practical classes and 5 Friday practical classes is a compulsory condition of this unit, and attendance will be recorded. In the event that you cannot attend your assigned laboratory class due to illness or extenuating circumstances, contact Sandy Thomas (sandy.thomas@canberra.edu.au) as soon as possible and provide documentation. However, the minimum attendance requirements will be upheld regardless of documentation.
Required IT skills
Basic knowledge of Word and Excel, and familiarity of the use of internet browsers are required.
Work placement, internships or practicums
None.
Additional information
This unit involves research-led education. There are active researchers delivering this unit who are able to engage students in deep and active learning and transmit to students their passion for the research they are carrying out.
Provision of information to students:
Notifications through Canvas are deemed to be made to the whole class. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure to check for announcements on the unit's Canvas website. Furthermore, students should check their student email regularly.
Unforeseen circumstances beyond the unit convener's control could result in changes to the mode of delivery of lectures, practical classes and assessments. Students will be advised if this occurs and appropriate alternatives will be arranged.
