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Techniques for Investigation of Disease (PATH30002)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Subject Coordinators
Dr Sophie Paquet-Fifield
Sophie.paquet@unimelb.edu.au
Dr Theo Mantamadiotis
theom@unimelb.edu.au
Administrative Coordination
Overview
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PATH30002 Techniques for Investigation of Disease is the capstone subject for the Pathology Major and consolidates the principles and concepts introduced in PATH30001. These laboratory-based classes aim to develop an authentic practical and theoretical understanding of the modern scientific investigation of disease.
Techniques used will include histopathology, macroscopic analysis, bioinformatic approaches, molecular pathology and critical analysis of published research papers. Comparisons will be made between normal and abnormal tissues, organs and functions in the context of tissue regeneration and repair, acute and chronic inflammation, neurodegenerative disorders, and cancer. Diseases to be examined include major conditions affecting society.
This course will introduce students to basic principles of laboratory based analytical methods that are currently used in Biomedical Research and Diagnostic and Forensic Pathology laboratories.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of the subject, students should be able to:
- Describe the pathogenesis of specific diseases through the examination of patient specimens.
- Integrate the pathogenesis of key human diseases with the techniques used to study them.
- Investigate how disease specific cellular or biochemical changes can be experimentally detected and used to diagnose disease.
- Perform experimental or diagnostic laboratory technique specific to the investigation of human disease.
- Relate experimental observations with scientific literature and social perspective.
- Work individually and as a collaborative team to critically analyse research and complex concepts in relation to human disease.
- Communicate effectively with peers and professionals through written reports, oral presentations and online discussions.
Generic skills
The emphasis of this subject is to introduce students to the importance of research in the investigation of disease by undertaking experimental practical classes. This will enable students to:
- develop practical skills used in scientific investigation
- develop skills in the experimental design, analysis and interpretation of scientific data
- develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- develop an understanding of the importance of accurate recording, storage and retrieval of scientific information
- understand the ethical considerations of reliably performing, recording, storing and reporting scientific information
- improve written and oral communication skills
- develop the capacity to work as part of a team or independently.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
B. Science students:
All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
PATH20001 | Exploring Human Disease | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
BCMB20002 | Biochemistry and Molecular Biology |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
AND
Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
PATH30001 | Mechanisms of Human Disease | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AND
Either:
One of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
BCMB20005 | Techniques in Molecular Science |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
PATH20003 | Experimental Pathology | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
OR
A Level 2 practical subject deemed equivalent.
B. Biomedicine students:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
BIOM20001 | Molecular and Cellular Biomedicine | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
AND
Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
PATH30001 | Mechanisms of Human Disease | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Non-allowed subjects
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Formative Research Report
| Week 2 | N/A |
Research report components: Introduction Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion
| Throughout the semester | 48% |
Final Full Research Report
| From Week 8 to Week 10 | 12% |
Symposium - small group presentations, 8-12 students per group (10 minute presentation and 5 minute question time)
| Week 12 | 10% |
Examination
| During the examination period | 20% |
Continuous assessment of laboratory performance Hurdle requirement: Attendance: Students who miss more than 20% of the practical component of this subject will not be eligible for final assessment. | From Week 1 to Week 11 | 10% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Quotas apply to this subject
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Sophie Paquet-Fifield Coordinator Theo Mantamadiotis Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 3.5 hours of practicals per week (Total 35 hours) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 23 February 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
Subject Coordinators
Dr Sophie Paquet-Fifield
Sophie.paquet@unimelb.edu.auDr Theo Mantamadiotis
theom@unimelb.edu.auAdministrative Coordination
Time commitment details
170 hours
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Additional delivery details
An enrolment quota of 160 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: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Kumar V., et al., Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease, Saunders Elsevier.
- Subject notes
- Laboratory coat and safety glasses are required.
- Students should be familiar with the University policy on Plagiarism and must sign and attach an Anti-Plagiarism declaration to 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 Major Human Structure and Function Major Pathology Major Human Structure and Function Major Pathology 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.
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: 31 January 2024