BMS523 Applied Immunology (8)

This advanced immunology subject considers aspects of immune function and dysfunction, particularly pathology in the immune system at the cellular and molecular level, as well as how immunological processes and techniques are used in the biotechnology and pharmacological fields. The aim of the subject is to provide students with the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of immunology in the context of immune mediated diseases and the application of immunological principles in the development of new drugs, vaccines and medical and veterinary diagnostic tests.

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2022.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences

Assumed Knowledge

 Structure and function of the immune system as covered in an undergraduate immunology or microbiology subject

Incompatible Subjects

BMS418

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to explain immune function and dysfunction at the cellular and molecular level.
  • be able to explain the pathology of the immune system with particular reference to immunodeficiency diseases, hypersensitivity reactions, malignancies and autoimmune diseases and current approaches to diagnostic tests for and treatments of these conditions
  • be able to explain with examples how principles of immunology have been applied to the development of new drugs, vaccines and diagnostic techniques
  • be able to evaluate the relevance of currently available immunological techniques capable of being employed in modern biomedical science
  • be able to critically interpret published data relating to research in immunology
  • be able to integrate information from a range of published sources and use this to synthesise their own ideas in immunology in relation to the development of new pharmacotherapies, vaccines and medical and veterinary diagnostic tests.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Molecules and receptors involved in immune function and dysfunction.
  • The pathophysiology of important diseases of the immune system and current approaches to diagnosis and treatment
  • The application of key immunological concepts in the development of various assays used in medical and veterinary laboratories
  • Applications of immunological concepts in the development of drugs, vaccines and diagnostic tests.

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of BMS523 in Session 2 2020. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Short answer questions
20
2
Literature review
30
3
End of session examination
50

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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