Advanced Microbiology and Immunology I (MIIM40002)
HonoursPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Subject Coordinators:
A/Prof. Katherine Kedzierska
A/Prof. Damian Purcell
Dr Scott Mueller
Administrative Coordination:
Overview
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To become effective research scientists, students need to develop the skills such as critical review and analysis of data, appropriate design and execution of experiments, appropriate documentation of experimental plans and results, interpretation of data and presentation and communication of data. Drawing on recent advances in microbiology and immunology, this subject will involve critical review of scientific literature and presentation of such analysis in both an oral and written form. This subject is designed to give level 4 honours year experience in skills required for critical analysis and communication of scientific concepts. This subject is designed to provide students with experience to help enable the transition from undergraduate to postgraduate study. The material covered will complement that covered in MIIM40007 Advanced Microbiology and Immunology II.
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this subject, students should gain experience in how to access, critically review, present and communicate scientific literature in the field of Microbiology and Immunology. Students should gain experience of the requirements for scientific publication and experience in how to evaluate the effectiveness of an article in communicating scientific concepts in the field of Microbiology and Immunology.
Generic skills
Upon completion of this subject, students should have developed the capacity for synthesis and critical review of arguments based on evidence, the capacity to work cooperatively with others, an advanced capacity for written and oral presentation, the ability to manage information effectively including the use computer technologies for scholarly pursuits, and the ability to communicate effectively in a public forum away from the scientific discipline.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIIM40007 | Advanced Microbiology and Immunology II | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MIIM40005 | Micro & Immuno Research Project Part 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
A solid background in biological sciences (2nd year level biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, genetics) is ideal but not essential. The subject is structured to provide all the necessary background information for completion.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- Written exam, 1 hr involving a critical review of a paper, 30 %. Scheduled for week 2 of subject).
- Group oral presentation (groups of 4) of a scientific paper 45 min total, 30 %, scheduled for week 4 of subject.
- Written essay modelled on a scientific commentary regarding latest scientific findings, approximately, 2,500 words, submitted at end of subject (week 6) (40 %).
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Damian Purcell Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 24 Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 27 February 2017 to 28 May 2017 Last self-enrol date 10 March 2017 Census date 31 March 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2017 Assessment period ends 23 June 2017 Semester 1 contact information
Subject Coordinators:
A/Prof. Katherine Kedzierska
A/Prof. Damian Purcell
Dr Scott Mueller
Administrative Coordination:
Time commitment details
24 contact hours with an estimated total time commitment of 170 hours (including non-contact time)
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
- Subject notes
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Microbiology and Immunology Informal specialisation Microbiology and Immunology - Links to additional information
Last updated: 3 November 2022