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Immunology

Immunology

Issued by Hood College

Badge Description

The Immunology badge introduces key principles of immunology, including the development of the immune system, innate immunity and the structure/genetics of immunoglobulins. Topics include antigen-antibody reactions, major histocompatibility complex (MHC) function and antigen presentation, and T cell receptor genetics, structure and selection. Learners will explore T cell activation and effector functions, mechanisms such as anergy and apoptosis, cytokine signaling and phagocytic cell function. The badge also covers immune responses to infectious organisms and tumors as well as autoimmune diseases, allergies, immune deficiencies and other disorders of immune regulation.

Skills Immunological Responses Immune System Immune Deficiencies

Badge Criteria

This INTERMEDIATE level badge is equivalent to a 3-credit, master’s-level course. A final grade of B or better is required to earn this badge.

1. Demonstrate effective communication and information literacy skills using appropriate vocabulary relative to immunological responses, generation and mechanisms of responses, regulation of immune responses, the genetic basis of immunity and mechanisms that lead to immune dysregulation/disease. 2. Learn responsible and ethical use of AI in scientific research writing. 3. Find and analyze scientific literature. 4. Apply scientific principles in the interpretation of immunological responses and data and use current literature (at least two per discussion board post) to support scientific arguments. 5. Create relevant discourse and apply understanding of the roles of immunology in protection against disease and autoimmune disorders. 6. Synthesize written responses sourced from current literature to create factual, referenced brief constructed responses to targeted questions.

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