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Experimental Pathology (PATH20003)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 2
Academic Coordinators
Dr Vicki Lawson
v.lawson@unimelb.edu.au
Dr Sophie Paquet-Fifield
Sophie.paquet@unimelb.edu.au
Administrative Coordination
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
On completion of this subject students should be able:
- 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: 15 November 2024
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:
Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| PATH20001 | Exploring Human Disease | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
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: 15 November 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Performance (continuous) | Throughout the teaching period | 10% |
Five (5) prac reports (1,000 words each) Submitted fortnightly
| Throughout the teaching period | 75% |
Multiple choice examination
| 15% |
Last updated: 15 November 2024
Quotas apply to this subject
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Vicki Lawson Coordinator Sophie Paquet-Fifield 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 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 19 July 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
Academic Coordinators
Dr Vicki Lawson
v.lawson@unimelb.edu.auDr Sophie Paquet-Fifield
Sophie.paquet@unimelb.edu.auAdministrative Coordination
Time commitment details
170 hours.
What do these dates mean
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- Your tuition fees, academic transcript and statements.
- And for Commonwealth Supported students, your:
- Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
Subjects withdrawn after the census date (including up to the ‘last day to withdraw without fail’) count toward the Student Learning Entitlement.
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: 15 November 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- 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.
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Type Name Informal specialisation Science Discipline subjects - new generation B-SCI - 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
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 15 November 2024