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MIC3041
Faculty of Science
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6 points, SCA Band 0 (NATIONAL PRIORITY), 0.125 EFTSL
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| Level | Undergraduate |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science |
| Offered | Clayton First semester 2012 (Day) |
| Coordinator(s) | Dr John Boyce |
Synopsis
In this unit, aspects of microbiology are presented which are relevant to infectious diseases. It builds on the content of previous subjects providing a basis of the study of medical microbiology, especially the nature of microbial infections of different body systems, immunity and mechanisms of host resistance, vaccines and the mode of action of antibiotics and how microbes become resistant to them.
Assessment
Written theory examination (2-hours):50%
Theory of practical examination (1-hour): 20%
Laboratory reports and practical class assessment: 30%
Chief examiner(s)
Contact hours
Three 1-hour lectures and up to one 3-hour laboratory class or tutorial/ discussion session per week
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