Overview

This unit aims to introduce you to practical aspects of laboratory immunology. The course is laboratory based with tutorials to ensure a thorough theoretical understanding of techniques. Topics include the anatomy of the immune system, production of polyclonal antisera and monoclonal antibodies, structure and properties of immunoglobulins (antibodies), electrophoresis and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Kim Murphy

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Maria Demaria

Notes

This unit will be run partly during semester one and partly during the an intensive period to be held after the completion of semester two examinations. Details about this will be communicated to you.

Assessment summary

Practical written worksheets 40% (Hurdle)
Practical report 25% (Hurdle)
Quizzes 20%
Technical skill assessment 15%

Hurdle requirements: Assessment in this unit includes hurdle assessment tasks. Failure of any hurdle assessment task may result in failure of the unit. You must refer to the unit guide for details.

Workload requirements

Workload

Availability in areas of study

Immunology