Introduction to Human Disease (C7139)
Introduction to Human Disease
Module C7139
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
This module is an introductory module in Microbiology and Human Diseases. The main aim is to introduce students to the fundamentals in Microbiology and discuss key medical conditions thus laying the foundation for future modules. The first set of lectures will introduce students to prokaryotes, their classification, structure and genetic mechanisms, methods of identification including the use of staining and microscopy, culture media and biochemical tests, concept of asepsis and an introduction to viruses. Learning would be facilitated with the help of practical sessions in Microbiology and regular feedback and assessment. In the second series of lectures, selected human conditions such as neurodegenerative diseases, chronic liver diseases and cancer will be taken in detail.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge of prokaryotic structure and diversity, methods of identification and control of microbes.
Work safely in a Microbiology laboratory in accordance to the laboratory safety protocols
Describe the etiology and pathogenesis behind select human diseases such as infectious disease, cancer, neurodegenerative disease, and alcoholic liver disease.
Relate the structure, physiological and biochemical functioning of organs to the different pathological states of select human conditions.
Be able to perform common microbiological techniques such as gram staining, report and communicate the findings and identify microbial cultures using different common microbiological techniques.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Choice questions | Semester 1 Assessment | 80.00% |
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | T1 Week 6 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 00003000000 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
| Autumn Semester | Laboratory | 3 hours | 00022000000 |
| Autumn Semester | Post Lab | 2 hours | 00001000000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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