Fall 2019 - MBB 326 D100
Introduction to the Immune System (3)
Class Number: 9398
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2019: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
BurnabySep 3 – Dec 2, 2019: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
BurnabySep 3 – Dec 2, 2019: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby -
Exam Times + Location:
Dec 7, 2019
Sat, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Jonathan Choy
jonathan.choy@sfu.ca
1 778 782-8701
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Prerequisites:
MBB 231.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Introduction to the structure and function of the immune system and how this system protects against microbial infections. Innate immune responses, including the function of innate immune cells, receptors and complement. Adaptive immune responses, including the organization of lymphoid organs, development and function of T and B cells, and antibodies. Students with credit for HSCI 426, MBB 426 or HSCI 326 may not take this course for further credit.
COURSE DETAILS:
Lecture Topics
- Innate immune responses – Immediate responses to infections
- Innate immune responses – Induced responses to infections
- Antibody structure and development
- B cell development
- T cell receptor structure and development
- Antigen presentation to T cells
- T cell development
- T cell activation and clearance of pathogens
- B cell activation and effector functions of antibodies
- Immune memory and vaccination
Grading
- 3 Mid-term Exams, 15% each 45%
- Tutorial Assignments 20%
- Final Exam 35%
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
The Immune System, 4th Ed., Peter Parham, 2015. Garland Science.
ISBN: 978-0-8153-4466-7
Department Undergraduate Notes:
- For help with writing, learning and study strategies please contact the Student Learning Commons at
http://learningcommons.sfu.ca/ - Students requiring accommodations as a result of a disability, must contact the Centre for Accessible Learning (778-782-3112 or e-mail: caladmin@sfu.ca)
Registrar Notes:
SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.
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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS