Experimental Pathology (PATH20003)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 2
Academic Coordinator
Dr Vicki Lawson
Administrative Coordinator
Overview
| Availability(Quotas apply) | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
Experimental Pathology will introduce students to the practical methods used to understand the nature and cause of disease. Through a combination of laboratory and workshop sessions and case based lectures students will consolidate their theoretical understanding of disease acquired in PATH20001 or BIOM20001. Students will be introduced to the core disciplines of Pathology and in doing so appreciate the central and vital role Pathology plays in medicine and medical research.
Intended learning outcomes
To introduce students to the core disciplines of Pathology
To develop an appreciation for the breadth of Pathology as a discipline
To experience a variety of experimental techniques related to the disciplines of Pathology
To consolidate an understanding of the basic principles of disease through practical experience
To develop critical thinking and problem solving skills by performing, recording, interpreting and drawing conclusions from laboratory and workshop sessions.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
B. Biomedicine Students:
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOM20001 | Molecular and Cellular Biomedicine | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
B Science Students:
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| PATH20001 | Exploring Human Disease - Science | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
PATH20001 may also be taken concurrently.
Corequisites
See Pre-requisites
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
Pathology
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
- Performance (continuous throughout semester) 10%
- Five (5) prac reports (1,000 words each) Submitted fortnightly throughout semester. (75% total)
- Multiple choice examination (1 hour) 15%
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Quotas apply to this subject
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Vicki Lawson Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 1 lecture per week, 1 x 3hour laboratory or workshop session Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 24 July 2017 to 22 October 2017 Last self-enrol date 2 July 2017 Census date 31 August 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2017 Assessment period ends 17 November 2017 Semester 2 contact information
Academic Coordinator
Dr Vicki Lawson
Administrative Coordinator
Time commitment details
170 hours.
Additional delivery details
An enrolment quota of 200 students applies to this subject.
For detailed information on the quota subject application process, refer to the Quota Subject link on the School of Biomedical Sciences Current Student Information webpage: http://biomedicalsciences.unimelb.edu.au/study/current-student-information/quota-subjects
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
- Subject notes
- Laboratory coat and safety glasses are required.
- Students should be familiar with the University policy on Plagiarism and must agree with the Anti-Plagiarism declaration for each Assessment Activity.
- Completion and submission of all assessment activities by the submission dates indicated in the subject practical manual is a compulsory requirement of the subject.
Students concerned they may be asked to participate in animal use activities to which they have a conscientious objection should raise the matter with their subject coordinator at the earliest opportunity to increase the chances that alternative arrangements can be made. In line with the policy relative to Conscientious Objection to Animal Use (MPF1182), the University will endeavour to make reasonable accommodation for conscientious objections of students in this area, although it will not always be possible to excuse students from particular activities. For more details on this policy, please go to http://policy.unimelb.edu.au/MPF1182.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Science-credited subjects - new generation B-SCI and B-ENG. Informal specialisation Selective subjects for B-BMED - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
quota subject - application deadline as per http://biomedicalsciences.unimelb.edu.au/study/current-student-information/quota-subjects
Last updated: 3 November 2022