HUP3011 Human pathology 1: Understanding disease processes
Faculty of Science
HUP3011 Human pathology 1: Understanding disease processes is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 2 units, leading on to 3 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
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Requisites
Before HUP3011
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After HUP3011
2 units list HUP3011 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
In this unit you will be introduced to general pathology, that is the molecular and cellular mechanisms of human disease, their classification, and the process of progression. You will study a broad range of topics including cellular pathology and inflammation, immunopathology and infectious disease, neoplasia, blood disorders, haemodynamic disorders, obesity and diabetes. Through the study of these specific diseases, you will develop a broad appreciation of pathological processes that lead to the onset and outcomes of human disease. This unit will give you a strong knowledge base in human pathology before moving on to study diseases in organ systems, outlined in HUP3022. You will communicate your comprehension of human pathology through both written and oral methodologies.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Audio-visual/multimedia communicationPresentation30%
- In-semester testsQuiz / Test35%
- Laboratory portfolioPortfolioCompetency hurdle35%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Explain the pathological processes involved in the development of diseases, including the impact of acute and chronic stimuli on normal tissue function;
- 2
Identify and distinguish between the various molecular, cellular and tissue changes associated with disease pathogenesis;
- 3
Interpret pathology based data to differentiate between the different disease processes;
- 4
Evaluate diagnostic tools for their potential to differentiate between disease processes;
- 5
Research and interpret evidence-based pathology in order to communicate the processes driving disease.
Workload and teaching
- Lectures24 hours
- Tutorials24 hours
- Laboratories24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- One 2-hour tutorial per week;
- 2 hours of lectures (recorded material) per week;
- 3 hours of laboratories (for 8 weeks) and
- 6 hours of independent study per week (including pre-class preparation and completion of assessment tasks).
This unit is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials and laboratories, enabling you to both actively engage with content and apply your knowledge to various aspects of human pathology.
Lectures
Lectures explain the key concepts and information required for comprehension of the processes that drive pathology in various disease settings. These lectures are grouped into themes based on central topics or disciplines of pathology. Recorded lectures and notes are delivered via Moodle.
Tutorials
Tutorial attendance is strongly encouraged as they are an opportunity for you to clarify your understanding of unit content, reinforce key concepts, and discuss and consolidate your knowledge. Student-centered, small group activities will allow you to gauge your comprehension through the application of knowledge to problems based on human pathology.
Laboratories
Laboratory-based classes are designed to teach you laboratory skills and techniques used in the investigation of disease processes, such as histopathology and gross pathology. This hands-on approach is complemented by in-class discussions to consolidate the theory behind these techniques, and assist you with the analysis and presentation of pathology-based data. Pre-class modules will introduce you to the underlying theoretical knowledge of the techniques and disciplines investigated in class. Post-class activities will help you to consolidate this knowledge. Laboratories will allow you to apply your knowledge of human pathology in a practical setting
Learning resources
Recommended resources
Kumar V, Abbas AK, Aster J, Dayrup A and Das A. Robbins Basic Pathology. 11th Edition. Elsevier.
Pathology Texts: * Strayer DS and Saffitz JE. Rubin’ s Pathology, Mechanisms of Human Disease, 8th Edition. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Simon Teteris
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Simon Teteris
- Dr Andrej Terzic
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for HUP3011?
HUP3011 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after HUP3011?
HUP3011 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 2 units, including HUP3022 and IMM3042. Those lead on to 3 units in all.
When is HUP3011 offered?
In 2027, HUP3011 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
Does HUP3011 have an exam?
No. HUP3011 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.