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Course Description

An overview of the structure and function of the immune system at the cellular and molecular levels. Topics include cells of the immune system and their interactions; innate immunity and inflammation; antibody structure, function and genetics; T-cells and cell-mediated immunity; MHC (major histocompatibility complex) and antigen presentation; regulation of the immune response; inappropriate immune responses (hypersensitivity and autoimmunity) and immunodeficiency syndromes.

Learning outcomes

  • Describe the characteristics of the major cells and tissues of the immune system.
  • Describe the innate, humoral and cell-mediated immune responses.
  • Demonstrate an appreciation for how the different parts of the immune system work together to fight infection.
  • Discuss how inappropriate immune responses and immunodeficiency impact the human body.
  • Read and interpret scientific research articles and books about immunology and communicate the results and findings in a variety of ways.

Course topics

  • Module 1: Introduction and Overview of the Immune System
  • Module 2: Cells, Tissues and Organs of the Immune System
  • Module 3: Innate Immunity
  • Module 4: Antibodies and B Lymphocyte Development
  • Module 5: T Cell Receptors, MHCs and Antigen Presentation
  • Module 6: Development and Activation of T Cells
  • Module 7: Healing, Hypersensitivity, and Immunological Memory

Required text and materials

Students are responsible for purchasing the required materials on their own:

  • Parham, P., (2021). The Immune System (5th edition). W.W. Norton and Co. 
    Type: Textbook. ISBN: 9780393533354 / 9780393533309

 

Assessments

Please be aware that should your course have a final exam, you are responsible for the fee to the online proctoring service, ProctorU, or to the in-person approved Testing Centre. Please contact exams@tru.ca with any questions about this.

To successfully complete this course, students must achieve a passing grade of 50% or higher on the overall course, and 50% or higher on the mandatory final exam.

Quiz 1: Introduction and Overview of the Immune System 2.5%
Quiz 2: Cells, Tissues, and Organs of the Immune System 3%
Quiz 3: Innate Immunity 4%
Assignment 1: Modules 1, 2, and 3 20%
Quiz 4: Antibodies and B Lymphocyte Development 2.5%
Quiz 5: T Cell Receptors, MHCs, and Antigen Presentation 1.5%
Quiz 6: Development and Activation of T Cells 3.5%
Assignment 2: Modules 4, 5 and 6 25%
Quiz 7: Healing, Hypersensitivity, and Immunological Memory 3%
Assignment 3: Module 7 10%
Final Exam (mandatory) 25%
Total 100%

Prerequisites

BIOL 2131 with a score of C or better

Recommended requisite(s)

A Health Care Diploma with a solid understanding of Pathophysiology is highly recommended.

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Section Title
Immunology
Section Schedule
Any Time (30 weeks duration)
Delivery
Online, self-paced  
Course Fee(s)
Canadian in BC/YT non-credit $837.62 Click here to get more information
Canadian outside BC/YT non-credit $946.70 Click here to get more information
International Student non-credit $1,661.15 Click here to get more information
Available for Credit
3 credits

Open Learning faculty member information

An Open Learning faculty member is available to assist students. Students will receive the necessary contact information at the start of the course.

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