TISHK INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Department of BIOLOGY EDUCATION,
2022-2023 Fall
Course Information for BIO 313 IMMUNOLOGY
Course Name: IMMUNOLOGY
Code Regular Semester Theoretical Practical Credits ECTS
BIO 313 5 3 – 3 5
Name of Lecturer(s): Zhikal Omer
Teaching Assistant: —————-
Course Language: English
Course Type: Main
Office Hours Tuesday 13:00 -15:00
Contact Email: [email protected]

Tel:07508297397
Teacher’s academic profile: MSc. Physiology, Biology department, college of science, Salahaddin university BSc. Biology, biology department, college of science, Salahaddin university
Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, students will… 1. be able to clearly explain the major terms and concepts of immunology 2. list all of the major components in immunity, and how they function 3. gain a working understanding of how the immune system interacts with pathogens and cancerous cells 4. be able to apply immunology concepts and ideas to research and clinical problems 5. Explores innate and acquired immunity, Lymphoid organ, Antigen processing and presentation, Immunoglobulin and Immune response, Complement , and cytokines.
Course Description (Course overview): The immune system governs defense against pathogens and is of importance for development of autoimmune diseases, allergy and cancer. The course discusses basic immunology including cellular and molecular processes that represents the human immune system. Subjects to be presented include cells and organs of the immune system, antigen, immunoglobulins and antibody diversity, molecular mechanisms of innate and adaptive immunity, the complement system, antigen presentation, cell-mediated effector responses, mucosal immunity and select lectures on the immune system in health and disease.
COURSE CONTENT

Week Hour               Date Topic
1 3 2-6/10/2022 Basic Principles of Immunology
2 3 9-13/10/2022 Innate Immunity (Natural Immunity)
3 3 16-20/10/2022 Mechanism of innate immunity ( phagocytosis and inflammation)
4 3 23-27/10/2022 Acquired immune response
5 3 30/10-3/11/2022 Tissues of immune system
6 3 6-10/11/2022 Cells of immune system
7 3 13-17/11/2022 Midterm Exam
8 3 20-24/11/2022 Antigen and factors affecting on antigenicity
9 3 27/11-1/12/2022 Antibodies
10 3 4-8/12/2022 Ag-Ab reaction
11 3 11-15/12/2022 Complements
12 3 18-22/12/2022 Antigen presenting cell, and Ag processing pathway
13 3 25-29/12/2022 Hypersensitivity and auto immune disease
14 3 1-5/1/2023 Immunity to cancer , immunodiffusion ,transplantation.
15 3 8-12/1/2023 Final Exam
16 3 15-19/1/2023 Final Exam
COURSE/STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

1 Students will have the knowledge and skills to identify and describe the major structures of the human immune system..
2 Students will have the knowledge on Human immunity organs, tissues, cells and components.
3 Students will understand about structures and functions of each component of immunity system.
4 Students will have the knowledge and skills on abnormalities and diseases related to immunity system.
5 Students will have the knowledge last updated findings and advance techniques in immunology.
COURSE’S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES
(Blank : no contribution, I: Introduction, P: Profecient, A: Advanced )

Program Learning Outcomes Cont.
1 Write accurately and clearly about biology topics that conform to the scientific conventions of that field. I
2 Describe the molecular components of living things, their heredity transformations and the main concerns in these biological process I
3 Identify and analyze the microorganisms including bacteria, fungi and virus and their roles in nature. I
4 Characterize the features of plant organs/tissues/cells/organelles involved in cellular respiration, photosynthesis, reproduction and growth. P
5 Describe the micro and macro anatomy of the living systems and recognize the relationship between structure and function at all biological systems and levels. P
6 Apply safety and proper techniques in the laboratory, and report the results of conducted experiments. I
7 Use appropriate methods and techniques to improve their students’ critical thinking, creative thinking and problem-solving skills. I
8 Effectively organize and manage classrooms.
9 Use required methods and techniques for student-centered teaching by considering individual and cultural differences of students. I
10 Develop research studies that applies quantitative or qualitative research methods that address research questions in the field. I
Prerequisites (Course Reading List and References): J. H. L. Playfair, B. M. Chain. (2012) Immunology at a Glance, 10th Edition.
Student’s obligation (Special Requirements): In the performance of all work in this course each student is expected to adhere to the standards of ethical behavior as stated in the University students’ handbook 1. attend the lecture 2. follow the class instruction 3. presentation 4. quizzes 5. Exams
Course Book/Textbook: Abbas, A.K., Lichtman, A.H. and Pillai, S., 2014. Cellular and molecular immunology E-book. Elsevier Health Sciences.
Other Course Materials/References: 1. Goering R. V. Zuckerman M. A. Dockrell H. M. Chiodini P. L. & Mims C. A. (2019). Mims’ medical microbiology and immunology (Sixth). Elsevier. 2. Thao Doan, Roger Melvold, Susan Viselli, Carl Waltenbaugh. (2013) Lippincott’s Illustrated Reviews Immunology, 2 Ed 3. Lydyard P. M. Whelan A. & Fanger M. W. (2011). Immunology (3rd ed.). Garland Science. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780203808306 4. Male D. Peebles S. & Male V. (2021). Immunology (9th ed.). Elsevier. Retrieved October 9 2022 from https://vlebooks.com/vleweb/product/openreader?id=none&isbn=9780702078460.
Teaching Methods (Forms of Teaching): Lectures, Presentation, Seminar, Project, Assignments, Demonstation, , ,
COURSE EVALUATION CRITERIA

Method Quantity Percentage (%)
Quiz 3 2.5
Homework 3 2
Project 1 7
Midterm Exam 1 30
Presentation 1 9.5
Final Exam 1 40
Total 100
Examinations: Essay Questions, True-False, Fill in the Blanks, Multiple Choices, Short Answers, Matching, , ,
Extra Notes:
ECTS (ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT) WORKLOAD

Activities Quantity Workload Hours for 1 quantity* Total Workload
Theoretical Hours 16 3 48
Practical Hours 16 0 0
Final Exam 1 25 25
Quiz 3 3 9
Homework 3 3 9
Project 1 10 10
Midterm Exam 1 14 14
Presentation 1 10 10
Total Workload 125
ECTS Credit (Total workload/25) 5

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