IMM3051 - Principles of applied immunology

Overview

This unit aims to introduce you to various aspects of laboratory immunology. The course is laboratory based with small group in-class discussions to ensure a thorough theoretical understanding of techniques. Topics include production of polyclonal antisera and monoclonal antibodies, purification of antibodies, structure and properties of immunoglobulins (antibodies), electrophoresis and other techniques for detection of antigen/antibody reactions. Diagnostic immunology techniques may include immunofluorescence and microscopy, flow cytometry, enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and analysis of plasma proteins. You will also develop core competencies in laboratory skills including record keeping, calculations, and safe work practices

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Kim Murphy

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Maria Demaria

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:

Conduct common immunology laboratory experimental techniques, laboratory skills and calculations in preparation for practice;

Demonstrate ethical, safe, and competent scientific work-practices in the laboratory setting;

Apply immunology knowledge and skills to novel experimental contexts;

Accurately record, analyse and report experimental outcomes to a variety of audiences;

Synthesise and present experimental findings in the context of relevant scientific literature.

Teaching approach

Active learning

This unit is comprised of laboratory-based classes designed to teach you laboratory skills and techniques used in research and diagnostic immunology through a hands-on approach. Teaching will occur in small groups and will be complemented by in-class discussions to consolidate the theory behind the techniques, and assist you with data analysis and scientific writing. Pre-class online videos will introduce you to the underlying theoretical knowledge of the techniques that you will perform during the laboratory classes.

Assessment

1 - Quizzes

2 - Portfolio

A collection of student curated artifacts which demonstrate your performance of laboratory skills, understanding of theoretical knowledge, and application to the related learning outcomes.

Value %:60

Hurdle type:Threshold

Hurdle description:

Where you fail the hurdle but would have otherwise achieved a mark of 45 or above you will be awarded a mark of 45 and an NH (hurdle fail) for the unit.

Where you fail the hurdle and would also have failed the unit with a mark of 44 or below, you will be awarded your mark and an N grade for the unit.

3 - Examination (3 hours and 10 minutes)

You will complete a practical exercise based on a laboratory technique performed during the semester, and answer other laboratory-based (for example graph data, interpret results or perform calculations) and theoretical questions

Value %:30

Hurdle type:Threshold

Hurdle description:

Where you fail the hurdle but would have otherwise achieved a mark of 45 or above you will be awarded a mark of 45 and an NH (hurdle fail) for the unit.

Where you fail the hurdle and would also have failed the unit with a mark of 44 or below, you will be awarded your mark and an N grade for the unit.

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Recommended resources

Other unit costs

You are required to provide your own laboratory coat and safety glasses.

Availability in areas of study

Immunology