MCE5100 Biology of reproduction
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
MCE5100 Biology of reproduction is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2024 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Monash Medical Centre. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2024
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Monash Medical Centre
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
This is the 2024 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before MCE5100
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After MCE5100
No unit lists MCE5100 as a prerequisite in the 2024 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in one of the following course codes: M5009, M6010
Overview
This unit will provide you with the foundations of mammalian embryology. Theoretical information about the components of the male and female reproductive system from germ cell origin to birth, including genetic and epigenetic regulation will be presented.
Key features of oogenesis, folliculogenesis and spermatogenesis, embryo development, gastrulation, implantation and placentation will be discussed. Current controversies in the assisted reproductive technology (ART) field will be integrated into the unit.
Offerings in 2024
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester (extended) | Monash Medical Centre | Online |
| First semester (extended) | Monash Medical Centre | On campus |
| Second semester (extended) | Monash Medical Centre | Online |
Assessment
- Test (2 x 1.5 hours, 20% each)Threshold hurdle40%
- Critical appraisal-scientific research (Written 1,500 words and 20 mins oral presentation)40%
- Critical review (2,000 words)20%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the anatomical, hormonal and molecular components of the human reproductive system.
- 2
Discuss how physiological regulation of key reproductive processes optimise conception and healthy pregnancy.
- 3
Explore pregnancy, parturition and lactation from the perspective of the individual, medical industry, and society.
- 4
Locate and evaluate scientific literature and the latest research on fertility and human reproduction.
- 5
Effectively communicate fundamental principles of human reproduction to an academic audience.
- 6
Critically analyse published literature to present an evidence-based opinion about a contemporary or controversial issue.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops4 hours
- Tutorials5 hours
- Lectures16 hours
- Teaching approachOnline learning
Expect 12 hours per week of directed and self-directed learning over a six week block.
For on-campus students, this unit is conducted over the first six weeks in Semester 1. It is expected that students attend all lectures and tutorials associated with this unit.
For off-campus students, all teaching activities are recorded. Semester 1 assessments align with on-campus timeframes. If completing the unit in Semester 2, timeframes are flexible.
For full details of the teaching approach to this unit, please refer to Moodle.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Ms Emma Lingham
- Will Leong
- Chief Examiners
- Will Leong
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MCE5100?
MCE5100 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is MCE5100 offered?
In 2024, MCE5100 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Monash Medical Centre, with an online option.
Does MCE5100 have an exam?
No. MCE5100 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.