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 2022 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 3 units, leading on to 5 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2022
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 30%
- and 2 other tasks
This is the 2022 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before DEV2011
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After DEV2011
3 units list DEV2011 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
Introduces the structure and function of eukaryotic cells including the diversity of cell structure and function. The concept that the many specialised cell types in the adult human body are derived from a single fertilized egg is emphasised, 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 2022
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- In-semester testsIn class test30%
- Practical reportsReport40%
- Examination (1 hours and 40 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
- Lectures36 hours
- Laboratories24 hours
- Teaching approachOnline learning
- Teaching approachEnquiry-based learning
- Three lectures or equivalent
- One 2-hour laboratory class and
- Seven hours of independent study per week
LECTURES: The major themes of the Unit are presented in a lecture series by Monash Academics working currently in Developmental biology and Anatomy research. This series is designed as an integrated sequence, providing an Introduction to the field while also exposing students to expert, cutting edge knowledge in the field
BLENDED LEARNING: One lecture each week will be presented as short online videos with associated self-directed learning material and questions. Together these are designed to allow students to integrate information from the lecture series and external sources. Review questions are made available online each week as a short quiz to allow for regular review of material.
The laboratory class sequence for the unit incorporates a combination of face to face and live online interactive laboratory classes.
Face to face laboratory classes provide opportunities to work on the major practical report project; a histological and online research project focussed on one of the major concepts presented through the semester. This allows you to develop an advanced level of knowledge, and provides a creative means by which you hone skills in histological analysis and scientific writing. The laboratory classes also comprise several sessions of hands-on histological techniques and opportunities to observe and describe unique anatomical materials relevant to human developmental biology.
Online laboratory classes incorporate activities to develop skills in areas including literature research and project management. These sessions also provide opportunities to work on the major practical report project; a histological and online research project focussed on one of the major concepts presented through the semester. They also provide an opportunity to interact with the academic staff in smaller group sessions regarding all aspects of the unit.
Where it fits
DEV2011 is part of 4 areas of study in the 2022 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 3 units, including DEV2022, DEV3011 and DEV3032. Those lead on to 5 units in all.
When is DEV2011 offered?
In 2022, DEV2011 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
Does DEV2011 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 30% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include DEV2011?
DEV2011 is part of Biomedical engineering, Developmental biology and Immunology.