Cellular and Molecular Immunology
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| LIFE4024 | Life Sciences | 4 | 10 | Spring UK |
- Code
- LIFE4024
- School
- Life Sciences
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Spring UK
Summary
This module concerns the molecular basis of the mammalian immune response. The major proteins that are involved and the genes coding for certain of the proteins will be described. The following proteins are included:
- immunoglobulins (together with the production and use of antibodies)
- those in the complement system
- MHC Class I and II molecules
- T-cell receptors.
Target Students
All students registered for a Single Honours degree in Biochemistry with another subject and Single Honours Biochemistry.
Classes
This module may be delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops and labs etc.
Assessment
- 100% Exam 1 (2-hour): Essay style exam
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
The aim of this course is to introduce the students to some advanced ideas about aspects of cellular and molecular immunology. On completion of the course students should know about innate and humoral immunity and how humans can mount defence against infections from agents such as the HIV and diseases such as asthma.Learning Outcomes
After this module students will know:
i the molecular basis of the mammalian immune response.
ii the major proteins that are involved and the genes coding for these proteins.
iii the biology of the immunoglobulins, together with the production and use of antibodies.
iv the role of the complement system.
v the nature and role of MHC Class I and II molecule and T-cell receptors.
vi how molecular diversity can be explained at the level of the genetic material.
vii how we respond to diseases such as asthma and agents such as HIVTransferable skills:Use of the libraryUse of search engines to review current relevant literature.