This advanced course differs from MICR3041 Immunology 1 by providing advanced level laboratory practicals incorporating design and performance of experiments, advanced level problem-solving tutorials, and different questions (both in content and number) in examinations. There is also a significant component of self-directed learning, including internet-based tutorials and assignments. The course aims to extend fundamental concepts and principles of immunology to an advanced level, and to promote both theoretical and practical problem solving skills. The course will be particularly useful for students considering Immunology and Microbiology majors.
Topics addressed include the multiple components of the immune response and how they interact; an introduction to the concepts behind the regulation of the immune response; and introduction to the applied and clinical aspects of immunology. There will be an emphasis on experimental design and performance as applied to solving immunological problems, and students will be expected to apply their basic knowledge to various research and "real-life" scenarios. An element of choice in assessment tasks enables students to pursue, in some depth, an area of immunology which particularly interests them.
This course is available to Advanced Science and Medical Science students, and to students form other degree programs with a particular interest in Immunology and a Credit average in relevant courses.

Note: Maximum enrolment limited to 25 students.