Outline

Overview

Solutions to wicked health problems like multiple sclerosis, diabetes, tuberculosis and cancer will require an interdisciplinary approach. The study of Immunology and Pathology is underpinned by their core discipline strengths in clinical science and the underlying pathogenesis of human disease. In this unit, you will draw on these discipline strengths and apply them in an interdisciplinary context. For example, you and your team might be challenged to come up with a strategy to raise immunisation rates. Success in this endeavour will require you to continue to explore your discipline knowledge, while also meeting and collaborating with students from across the University through project-based learning; identifying and solving problems, collecting and analysing data and communicating your findings to a diverse audience. In so doing, you will have fostered the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams, which is essential for future professional and research pathways in Immunology and Pathology.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	IMPA3888
Academic unit
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	MEDS2004 or MIMI2X02 or IMMU2101 or BMED2404 or IMMU2X11
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	Fundamental cellular and molecular immunology and pathology as taught in IMMU3102 and CPAT3201
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Greg Sutherland, g.sutherland@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Greg Sutherland, g.sutherland@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Hamutal Mazrier, hamutal.mazrier@sydney.edu.au
	Dominic Murphy, dominic.murphy@sydney.edu.au
	Lucy Mercer-Mapstone, lucy.mercer-mapstone@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Assignment	Disciplinary statement of contribution Individual/group	35%	Week -04 Due date: 20 Sep 2020 at 23:00	1200 words NOT including reference list.
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Project proposal Group	10%	Week -05 Due date: 27 Sep 2020 at 23:00	10 minutes powerpoint-type presentation
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Final project output Group	30%	Week 11 Due date: 15 Nov 2020 at 23:00	3000 words excluding references & ToC
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Reflective task Individual	10%	Week 12 Due date: 22 Nov 2020 at 23:00	750 words (250 words per each GQ)
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Peerwise Evaluation Surveys Indvidual	15%	Week 12 Due date: 22 Nov 2020 at 23:00	2x 1 hour long surveys
Outcomes assessed:
= group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Discipline written reports: Individual 1500 word report.
Discipline presentation: Group oral presentation.
Interdisciplinary group written report: Group 3000 word (consultancy) report on a health problem of your choice that showcases contributions from all group members.
Teamwork participation and evaluation: Individual 2x Peerwise evaluation of self and group members.
Reflective online Quizzes: Reflect on how you have developed certain graduate qualities (6 – 9).

Assessment criteria

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	All work was of an exceptional standard, and addressed all learning outcomes
Distinction	75 - 84	The majority of the work was to a very high standard and all learning outcomes met
Credit	65 - 74	Most work was of a good standard and met all learning outcomes
Pass	50 - 64	Work was satisfactory, the learning outcomes were met in the majority of assessment tasks, however there was evidence of limited understanding and participation
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

All assignments must be submitted by the due date. Students are expected to manage their time and to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines. Assessment items submitted after the due date without an approved extension using a special consideration or special arrangement form or request will incur penalties. If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to arrange a simple extension. A simple extension is an informal arrangement between you and your unit of study coordinator. You may be able to receive an extension of up to two working days for non-examination tasks, as outlined in clause 66A of the Coursework Policy 2014. If you need an extension for a longer period, you may be eligible to apply for special consideration. sydney.edu.au/students/simple-extensions

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Weekly	Interdisciplinary Panel Discussion and student Q&A	Seminar (2 hr)
	Interdisciplinary Workshops for Skills acquisition e.g. communication, policy, cultural competency and ethics	Workshop (2 hr)
	Disciplinary Tutorial for Reviewing Panel Discussions and Skills acquisition e.g. Science writing and presentations	Tutorial (1 hr)

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Apply immunology and pathology knowledge to solve health problems in an interdisciplinary context
LO2. Design an investigation strategy, explore solutions, discuss approaches and predict outcomes
LO3. Find, evaluate, and analyse data using modern information technology and digital skills
LO4. Demonstrate integrity, confidence, personal resilience and the capacity to manage challenges, both individually and in teams
LO5. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues from different areas of specialisation and across cultural boundaries
LO6. Communicate in a professional manner to a range of audiences using a variety of media

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

This Unit will run for the first time in S2, 2020

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Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

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IMPA3888: Immunopathology Interdisciplinary Project

Semester 2, 2020 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

Media

Student links

About us

Connect