222.644.71
Cellular Biochemistry of Nutrients
Course Status
Cancelled
Course Status
Cancelled
Location
Internet
Term
2nd Term
Department
International Health
Credit(s)
3
Academic Year
2022 - 2023
Instruction Method
Synchronous Online
M, W, 1:30 - 2:50pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
Yes
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
One Year Only
Resources
Prerequisite
Covers biochemical aspects of carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism, and introduces essential concepts of molecular biology, such as structure and function of intracellular organelles and fundamental cellular processes. Includes nutritional and hormonal regulation of gene expression and emerging nutritional -omics studies that help to provide a holistic view of the complex interactions between nutrients and genes, proteins, and metabolites. Aims to provide students with a full appreciation of the relevance of nutritional biochemistry studies and cells to population perspectives.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Discuss key aspects of carbohydrate, lipid and protein metabolism and bioenergetics
- Describe basic cell structure, the function of intracellular organelles, and fundamental cellular processes
- Interprets the role of essential nutrients in one carbon metabolism and cellular signaling
- Examines how biochemical processes are shaped by dietary intakes/patterns, nutritional status, and physical activity
- Assess reports from the public health, clinical, or animal nutrition literature in terms of relevant biochemical processes
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 45% Group Presentation
- 35% Quizzes
- 20% Participation