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MMBIO 463

Immunology

Microbiology and Molecular Biology College of Life Sciences

Course Description

Advanced concepts of immunological processes.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Title

Scientific Communication and Presentation

Learning Outcome

Engage in discussions about concepts in immunology and research. Present a PowerPoint on a particular immunological topic. Engage in a question and answer session on the content. Write an easy on a chosen subject relating to recent immunological advances.*Relates to Program Learning Outcome: Communicate scientific information using both oral and written methods. 

Title

Divine Design of the Immune System

Learning Outcome

Develop a deep appreciation for our Heavenly Father and his love for each of us by engaging in studying how he designed the immune system to protect his children from disease.*Relates to Program Learning Outcome: Reflect/ discuss/ explore how faith in the Lord, and Christ like living are affected by an understanding of the fundamental biological processes.  

Title

Research Evaluation

Learning Outcome

Read and understand current publications in Immunology and be able to discuss and critically evaluate experiments and data*Relates to Program Learning Outcome: Devise experiments with appropriate hypotheses and controls.

Title

Advanced Immunology

Learning Outcome

Understanding advanced concepts of Immunology by studying and reflecting on the subject.*Relates to Program Learning Outcome: Exhibit mastery of four of the principle areas of the discipline  

Title

Experimental Design and Evaluation

Learning Outcome

Understands experimental designs used in immunology research and determine the soundness of the immunological data.*Relates to Program Learning Outcome: Devise experiments with appropriate hypotheses and controls.