DEV2011 Early human development from cells to tissues
Faculty of Science
DEV2011 Early human development from cells to tissues is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2021 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 4 units, leading on to 6 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 30%
- and 3 other tasks
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before DEV2011
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After DEV2011
4 units list DEV2011 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
Introduces the structure and function of eukaryotic cells including the diversity of cell structure and function. The concept that the many specialized cell types in the adult human body are derived from a single fertilized egg is emphasized, laying the foundations for future studies of stem cells and embryogenesis. The four primary tissues (epithelium, connective tissue, muscle tissue, nervous tissue) are described and you will learn how these tissues develop in the growing embryo. Topics covered include early human development, gametogenesis, fertilization, blastocyst formation and implantation, formation of stem cell lineages, germ layers and early derivatives.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- In-semester testsIn class test30%
- Cell profile reportReport25%
- Practical reportsReport15%
- Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)ExamThreshold hurdle30%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the diverse structures of eukaryotic cells;
- 2
Explain how cells and extracellular matrix are arranged in primary tissues;
- 3
Outline the key features and stages of early human and animal development;
- 4
Identify specialised cell types, primary tissues and the cellular processes that produce diverse tissues;
- 5
Explain the origin of major tissue types and how stem cells contribute to tissue renewal;
- 6
Outline strategies to experimentally analyse gene and tissue function;
- 7
Demonstrate an ability to research published scientific literature and effectively communicate their findings either orally or in writing.
Workload and teaching
- Laboratories24 hours
- Lectures24 hours
Three lectures and one 2-hour practical class per week
Where it fits
DEV2011 is part of 4 areas of study in the 2021 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Craig Smith
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Sonja McKeown
- Dr Julia Young
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for DEV2011?
DEV2011 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after DEV2011?
DEV2011 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 4 units, including BME3082, DEV2022, DEV3011 and DEV3032. Those lead on to 6 units in all.
When is DEV2011 offered?
In 2021, DEV2011 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
Does DEV2011 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 30% of the final mark, alongside 3 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include DEV2011?
DEV2011 is part of Biomedical engineering, Developmental biology and Immunology.