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Course unit details:
Introduction to Immunology
| Unit code | MEDN67111 |
|---|---|
| Credit rating | 15 |
| Unit level | FHEQ level 7 – master's degree or fourth year of an integrated master's degree |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1 |
| Offered by | Division of Medical Education |
| Available as a free choice unit? | No |
Overview
This module will provide students with an introduction to the area of immunology, providing
a basic scientific knowledge and understanding of Immunology as a healthcare science
discipline. Students will gain an appreciation of the role of clinical immunology and other
blood science disciplines, in the investigation and management of disease, and will be
equipped with the knowledge of principles of associated analytical techniques.
Aims
This module will provide the students with an introduction to the immune system and immune responses. They will understand the organisation and delivery of a clinical immunology laboratory service.
Teaching and learning methods
This unit employs a range of teaching and learning approaches including: lecturers, tutorials, case studies/presentations, problem-based learning and data analysis and interpretation exercises.
Knowledge and understanding
- Explain the function of the immune system in health and the function of the major cells of the immune system
- Explain the function of the major humoral components of the immune response
- Explain the innate immune system and the adaptive immune response
- Discuss the co dependence of the innate and adaptive immune systems
- Explain and discuss the principles and practice involved in routine service laboratory management including quality control/assurance, quality management
- Explain the basic underlying scientific principles, operation, performance and validation of the tests and assays used within clinical immunology
Intellectual skills
- Evaluate scientific and clinical literature
- Begin to apply the knowledge of clinical immunology to address specific clinical problems
Practical skills
- Retrieve, manage and collate information from primary and secondary sources
- Present information clearly in the form of verbal and written reports
- Communicate complex ideas and arguments in a clear and concise and effective manner
- Work effectively as an individual or part of a team
Transferable skills and personal qualities
- Effectively utilise a range of information sources including information technology / health informatics
- Demonstrate capacity for self-learning and independent thinking and to utilise problem solving skills
- Demonstrate effective communication skills (verbal and written)
- Be able to set priorities and link these with effective time management
- Critically evaluate their personal performance both as an individual and within a team
Assessment methods
| Method | Weight |
|---|---|
| Written exam | 50% |
| Written assignment (inc essay) | 50% |
Feedback methods
Marks will be provided online within 3/4 weeks of assessment deadline
Study hours
| Independent study hours | |
|---|---|
| Independent study | 150 |
Teaching staff
| Staff member | Role |
|---|---|
| Joanne Pennock | Unit coordinator |