Course: Imunology for Grad Students

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Course title Imunology for Grad Students
Course code KZVE/IMU
Organizational form of instruction Lecture
Level of course Doctoral
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter and summer
Number of ECTS credits 0
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory-optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Kopecký Jan, prof. RNDr. CSc.
Course content
Introduction to immunology and explanation of basic concepts (antigen, antibody, acquired and adaptive immunity, lymphocytes, etc.). The role of T lymphocytes, their receptors and the master transformation complex. The role of B lymphocytes. Cellular and antibody defence reactions, immunisation and vaccination. Genetic regulation of the defence response and selection. Immunomodulation. The role of zootechnics in livestock welfare and health. Practical application of scientific knowledge. Immunological practice.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Laboratory, E-learning, Individual tutoring
  • Preparation for classes - 135 hours per semester
  • Preparation for exam - 65 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
The aim is to introduce students to the role of the defence system for human and livestock health and welfare.

Prerequisites
General knowledge of biology, physiology, morphology and biochemistry

Assessment methods and criteria
Oral examination

Students are acquainted with the requirements necessary for successful completion of the course at the beginning of the study
Recommended literature
  • Chapel, H., Haeney, M., Misgah, S. Základy klinické imunologie. 6. vydání, Triton, Praha. 360 s. Praha, vydavatelství Triton, 2018. ISBN 978-80-7553-396-8.
  • Toman, M. a kol. Veterinární imunologie. GRADA Publishing, 2009. ISBN 978-80-247-2464.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Agriculture and Technology Study plan (Version): Zoohygiene and livestock diseases prevention (1) Category: Agriculture and forestry - Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: -
Faculty: Faculty of Agriculture and Technology Study plan (Version): Zoohygiene and livestock disease prevention (1) Category: Agriculture and forestry - Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: -