Course overview
The aim of this course is to provide the student with a theoretical understanding of immunology and develop skills to enable the student to perform tests routinely performed in a clinical diagnostic immunology laboratory. General principles; Cells and organs of the immune system; Antigens; Immunoglobulins; Antigen-antibody reactions; Major histocompatibility complex; Antigen processing and presentation; T cell receptor; T cell maturation, activation and differentiation; B cell generation; Cytokines; Complement; Cell mediated effector responses; Leukocyte migration and inflammation; Hypersensitivity; Vaccines; Primary immunodeficiencies; Secondary immunodeficiencies; Immunopathology and immunodiagnosis; Autoimmune diseases; Transplantation; Cancer.
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate a sound theoretical knowledge and the practical skills of immunology for professional practice
- Give an account of laboratory safety and recognise the importance of adhering to laboratory policies and procedures
- Demonstrate the ability for critical evaluation and be able to translate this to professional practice
- Demonstrate a sound theoretical knowledge of immunological content and principles
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 54208
Section LE01
Size 60
Available 45
Class number 54514
Section PR01
Size 20
Available 13
Class number 54515
Section PR02
Size 20
Available 13
Class number 54516
Section PR03
Size 20
Available 19
Class number 59555
Section PR04
Size 20
Available 20
Class number 54513
Section TU01
Size 60
Available 45
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