CMBS1109 Fundamentals of Immunology (4 cr)

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Study level:

Advanced studies

Grading scale:

0-5

Language:

English

Responsible organisation:

Department of Biological and Environmental Science

Curriculum periods:

2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020

Description

Content

Seminar style discussion that presents the field of immunology from a view-point of the host's interaction with its environment. Current case studies will be adopted in a problem-base learning environment that illustrate in a clinical context essential points about the mechanisms of immunity.

Completion methods

12 h of activating lectures on concepts surrounding immunology. 8 h of clinical cases analysis that point out the concepts covered in lectures. Activating group work. .

Assessment details

The student is graded on the basis of participation, including completion of exercises as well as discussion groups (15%), and on the final exam (85%).

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to explain the properties of antigens/immunogens and provide a detailed overview of the properties & functions of the molecules, cells, tissues & organs of the immune system. She/he will be able to describe (i) concepts of innate and adaptive immunity, (ii) differences between hypersensitivity and autoimmunity as well as (iii) immunological methods used in the laboratory. To pass the course, a student must participate in the case analysis section and be successful in the exam. In addition, after the course a student will be able to discuss the most important aspects involved in the development of the immune system and the immune response against pathogens.

Additional information

This course will implement problem-based learning strategies so the student adopts skills in problem solving and critical thinking. These strategies will allow students to develop the ability to think critically, analyze problems, find and use appropriate learning resources. Use of current case studies in immunology, lecture series and interactive discussions will be the modes of instructions.

Description of prerequisites

Student should have an understanding of basics in biology.

Study materials

Immunobiology PB (Janeway's Immunobiology) (Immunobiology: The Immune System (Janeway) (Garland Science) Murphy, K., Travers, P., and Walport, M. Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 14 and Annex 1. Current edition.

Webcasts from Dr. Abul Abbas. 2010. 7th international Congress on Autoimmunity.

Additional material is handed out in class.

Completion methods

Method 1

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Parts of the completion methods

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