Module MSE-4092:
Infectious Science
Module Facts
Run by School of Medical and Health Sciences
30.000 Credits or 15.000 ECTS Credits
Semester 1 & 2
Organiser: Mr Merf Williams
Overall aims and purpose
This module is designed to enable students to acquire Masters level knowledge and understanding of the field of Infectious Science. The module will facilitate a deeper understanding of microbiological virulence, antibiotic resistance and human immunity in both health and disease. Students will also undertake to learn the role Infectious Science also have in therapeutic management of patients by studying the role a microbiology laboratory has in the prescription of antibiotics.
Course content
This module will explore the role of bacterial virulence factors in causing disease and will explore the differences between Gram positive and Negative responses. This module will also look at the molecular mechanisms which underpin antibiotic resistance and how these mechanisms have evolved/developed. We will also explore the human immune system and gain an understanding of how the adaptive and innate aspects of the human immune system can protect us from disease.
Assessment Criteria
threshold
Primary criteria
A threshold student demonstrates knowledge of key areas & principles, and understands the main elements of the subject area, although gaps and weaknesses in the argument are evident. No evidence of background study and wider reading. Answer focussed on question but also with some irrelevant material and weaknesses in structure & argument. Answers have several factual/computational errors. No original interpretation. No links between topics are described. Limited problem solving skills. Some weaknesses in presentation accuracy & delivery.
Secondary Criteria
C+ Good within the class
Exceeds expectations for some primary criteria Strong factual knowledge with some weaknesses in understanding Ideas/arguments are limited but are well presented
C Mid-level
Matches all primary criteria Moderate factual knowledge with some weaknesses in understanding Ideas/arguments are limited presented with weaknesses in logic/presentation
C- Meets requirements of class
Matches most but not all primary criteria Moderate factual knowledge with several weaknesses in understanding Ideas/arguments are limited presented with weaknesses in logic/presentation
good
Primary criteria
Good students demonstrate strong knowledge & understanding of most but not all of the subject area. Limited evidence of background study. The answer is focused with good structure. Arguments are presented coherently, mostly free of factual/computational errors. Some limited original interpretation. Well known links between topics are described. Problems are addressed by existing methods/approaches. Good presentation with accurate communication
Secondary Criteria
B+ Good
Exceeds expectations for most primary criteria Command of subject but with gaps in knowledge Some ideas/arguments original
B Mid-level
Meets all primary criteria Strong factual knowledge and understanding Ideas/arguments are well presented by few are original
B- Meets requirements of class
Meets most but not all primary criteria Strong factual knowledge with minor weaknesses in understanding Most but not all ideas/arguments are well presented and few are original
excellent
Primary criteria
Comprehensive knowledge & detailed understanding. Clear evidence of extensive background study & originality. Highly focussed, relevant and well structured answers. Arguments logically presented and defended with evidence and examples. Excellent presentation skills with very accurate communication.
Secondary Criteria
A* Outstanding
Exceeds expectations for most primary criteria Complete command of subject and other relevant areas Ideas/arguments are highly original
A+ Excellent
Exceeds expectations for some primary criteria Complete command of subject Ideas/arguments are highly original
A Good
Meets all primary criteria Command of subject but with minor gaps in knowledge areas Ideas/arguments are mostly original
A- Meets requirements of Class
Meets most but not all primary criteria Complete command of subject but with some gaps in knowledge Ideas/arguments are mostly original
Learning outcomes
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Critically discuss the role of virulence factors in establishing infectious disease.
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Critically discuss the immune system response to infection.
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Critically discuss the diagnostic techniques which can be used to identify infection and immune system function.
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Critically discuss the role of antibiotic resistance and their molecular evolution.
Assessment Methods
Type | Name | Description | Weight |
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Microbiological Case Study | 40.00 | ||
Immunology Case Study | 40.00 | ||
Presentation | 20.00 |
Teaching and Learning Strategy
Hours | ||
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Private study | Directed and self-directed reading around the topic to develop in-depth knowledge and preparation for tutorial sessions and assessments. |
276 |
Tutorial | Semester 1 12 x 2 hour tutorial - synchronous tutorials will be panopto recorded to allow for review of discussions. |
24 |
Transferable skills
- Literacy - Proficiency in reading and writing through a variety of media
- Numeracy - Proficiency in using numbers at appropriate levels of accuracy
- Computer Literacy - Proficiency in using a varied range of computer software
- Self-Management - Able to work unsupervised in an efficient, punctual and structured manner. To examine the outcomes of tasks and events, and judge levels of quality and importance
- Exploring - Able to investigate, research and consider alternatives
- Information retrieval - Able to access different and multiple sources of information
- Inter-personal - Able to question, actively listen, examine given answers and interact sensitevely with others
- Critical analysis & Problem Solving - Able to deconstruct and analyse problems or complex situations. To find solutions to problems through analyses and exploration of all possibilities using appropriate methods, rescources and creativity.
- Presentation - Able to clearly present information and explanations to an audience. Through the written or oral mode of communication accurately and concisely.
- Argument - Able to put forward, debate and justify an opinion or a course of action, with an individual or in a wider group setting
- Self-awareness & Reflectivity - Having an awareness of your own strengths, weaknesses, aims and objectives. Able to regularly review, evaluate and reflect upon the performance of yourself and others
Subject specific skills
QAA Characteristics Statement Category 2: Specialised or advanced study master's MSc degree*
Specialist subject skills in microbiology and virology. Specialist subject skills in human immunology.
Resources
Resource implications for students
All resources needed to complete this module are provided. Computers can be accessed in multiple locations across the university. All teaching materials will be available on Blackboard. Completed assignments will be uploaded onto Turnitin through Blackboard. Limited number of textbooks will be available through the University library.
Talis Reading list
http://readinglists.bangor.ac.uk/modules/mse-4092.htmlReading list
Mims' Medical Microbiology and Immunology, by Richard Goering BA MSc PhD (Author), Hazel Dockrell BA (Mod) PhD (Author), Mark Zuckerman BSc (Hons) MB BS MRCP MSc FRCPath (Author)