BIOS 3028 Pathological Basis of Human Disease

Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 301260

Coordinator Garry Niedermayer Opens in new window

Description Pathology is the study of disease. Students will gain an understanding of human pathogenesis, general and systems pathological processes, and the scientific basis of diagnostic and treatment options. The subject builds upon the students' fundamental knowledge of physiological processes and knowledge of normal human tissue and organ histology, and examines histopathological changes evident in disease states. Students may be required to travel to another campus to undertake this subject.

School Science

Discipline Medical Science

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject

Pre-requisite(s) BIOS 2029 OR
BIOS 2030 OR
NATS 2035

Incompatible Subjects BIOS 2027
NATS 2037

Restrictions

Successful completion of 120 credit points

Assumed Knowledge

A basic understanding of human anatomy and a solid understanding of systems physiology.

Assessment

The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.

Type Length Percent Threshold Individual/Group Task
Intra-session Exam 50 minutes 20 N Individual
Quiz Approx. 2 hours work each 10 N Individual
Case Study Approx. 10 hours work 20 N Individual
Final Exam 2 hours 50 Y Individual

Teaching Periods

Spring (2023)

Campbelltown

On-site

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Spring (2024)

Campbelltown

On-site

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