MIC3022 Molecular virology and viral pathogenesis
Faculty of Science
MIC3022 Molecular virology and viral pathogenesis is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2023 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2023
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 40%
- and 2 other tasks
- Workload
- 12 hours
- per semester
This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Overview
The unit will cover molecular aspects of virus replication and introduce students to the diversity of viruses and the mechanisms used by viruses to infect hosts and cause disease, with an emphasis on host-pathogen interactions. The focus will be on human and animal viruses and will include the most up-to-date research as well as areas of major worldwide concern, such as emerging viral infections. The molecular strategies used by different types of viruses for infection, replication and transmission will be presented. Theory will be underpinned by practical experiments that will provide experience in working with viruses, in addition to a variety of current virological techniques used in research and diagnostic laboratories.
Offerings in 2023
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Mid-semester testIn class test10%
- Laboratory and applied sessions assessmentOtherThreshold hurdle50%
- Examination (2 hours and 40 minutes)ExamThreshold hurdle40%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the fundamental principles underlying infection by all major groups of viruses, and apply this knowledge to understand infection and disease caused by specific pathogenic viruses;
- 2
Explain how viruses interact with target host cell components and defence mechanisms and how this can lead to disease;
- 3
Describe specific strategies used to limit and control viral infections;
- 4
Demonstrate practical skills and knowledge of molecular virology laboratory techniques;
- 5
Apply knowledge of molecular virology and viral pathogenesis to critically analyse interpret and discuss experimental data and scientific literature;
- 6
Demonstrate a range of scientific communication skills, developed through oral presentations, participation in applied sessions and written laboratory reports.
Workload and teaching
- Applied sessions18 hours
- Laboratories18 hours
- Workshops9 hours
- Lectures24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
A total of 12 hours per week including 6 hours of directed learning (such as lectures, laboratories, workshops and applied sessions) and 6 hours of self-directed study.
This unit uses a student-centered, active learning approach which aims to encourage the build-up of knowledge and understanding that is required to achieve a deeper level of learning to facilitate efficient use of knowledge.
Learning resources
Recommended resources
Flint et al. (2015) 4th edition, Principles of Virology.
Willey, J.M., Sandman, K. M., and Wood, D. H. 2020. Prescott’s Microbiology , 11th edition. McGraw Hill.
Where it fits
MIC3022 is part of 3 areas of study in the 2023 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Gregory Moseley
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MIC3022?
MIC3022 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is MIC3022 offered?
In 2023, MIC3022 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
How much work is MIC3022?
The handbook expects about 12 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does MIC3022 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 40% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include MIC3022?
MIC3022 is part of Biochemistry and Microbiology.