BIOL07012 2019 Immunodiagnostics with Forensic Applications
Full Title
Immunodiagnostics with Forensic Applications
Transcript Title
Immunodiagnostics with Forensi
Code
BIOL07012
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
BIOL - 0511 Biology
Department
LIFE - Life Sciences
Level
07 - Level 7
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Dr. Oliver Joyce
Programme Membership
SG_SFORE_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Forensic Investigation and Analysis
SG_SFORE_G07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Science in Forensic Invest and Analys(Emb)
SG_SFORE_B07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Science in Forensic Investigation and Analysis
Description
The module introduces learners to the structure and functions of antibodies in immnoassays with respect to forensic applications.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Explain the production of antibodies by an immune system
2.
Illustrate the differences between monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies.
3.
Outline different types of techniques used in immunodiagnostics.
4.
Describe the antibody antigen interaction and precipitation reactions.
5.
Perform and report on, immunodiagnostic laboratory experiments and communicate information accurately and effectively using written, visual and numeral forms.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
The Immunodiagnostics module will be delivered full time and will include lectures, laboratory practicals. Moodle will be used as a repository of educational resources and as a means of assessment where appropriate.
Module Assessment Strategies
The Immunodiagnostics module is 40% Practical and 60% Theory.
Laboratory skills and report-writing ability are assessed as part of the practical work performed during the module (40%). There will be in assessment (10%) and there will be a Final Exam (50%)
The student must reach an assigned gate of 30% in the final exam and achieve 40% overall to pass the subject.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat Continuous Assessment and/or Final Exam
Indicative Syllabus
Antibody structure and function
The structure, function and properties of the various classes of antibodies.
Monoclonal & Polyclonal antibodies
The preparation of monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies. Properties of monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies.
Antibody Antigen interactions
The interaction of antibody with antigen, the nature of antigens, precipitation reactions.
Immunodaignostic Techniques
Precipitation reactions, ELISA, Western Blot, Blood typing, Lateral Flow Immunoassay.
Laboratory Practicals and Student Centred Learning
The module will include laboratory practicals and student centered learning that will supplement the lecture based learning.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
50 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
50 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Written Report Written report as part of practical | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 40 % | OnGoing | 5 |
| 2 | Other Exam Continuous assessment of theory | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 10 % | Any | 1,2,3,4 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Essay | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 50 % | UNKNOWN | 1,2,3,4 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Tiered Classroom | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Practical / Laboratory | Science Laboratory | Laboratory Practical | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Independent Learning | UNKNOWN | Self Study | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Roitt's Essential Immunology Current Edition
Understanding Immunology Peter Wood
Immunodiagnostics - A Practical Approach Ed. R. Edwards
Immunoassays -Ed. J. P. Gosling
Journal Resources
A digital reading resource will be recommended by the lecturer
URL Resources
vle.itsligo.ie
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/
http://pubcrawler.gen.tcd.ie
Other Resources
Moodle
Science Direct
PubMed, Pubcrawler
Additional Information
None