HUBS3280

Nutritional Biochemistry

10 Units 3000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007

This course will enhance previous biomedical and nutrition knowledge with particular reference to recent developments in nutritional sciences and biomarkers of human health and diseases.

Objectives By the end of this course students should be able to:
1. Critically evaluate and apply current scientific findings in nutrition and health
2. Provide nutritional advice based on sound scientific findings
3. Critically evaluate nutrition information appearing in popular magazines and other forms of media
4. Discuss the efficacy and appropriate use of functional foods
5. Justify the use of nutritional supplements for people with special needs
6. Describe biomarkers of nutritional status
7. Describe biomarkers of liver function
8. Describe biomarkers of cardiovascular disease
9. Describe biomarkers of diabetes mellitus
10.Describe biomarkers of oxidative stress, antioxidant defences and inflammation
Content 1. Biomarkers of nutritional status
2. Biomarkers of liver function
3. Biomarkers of cardiovascular disease
4. Biomarkers of diabetes mellitus
5. Biomarkers of oxidative stress, antioxidants and inflammation
6. Biochemical, physiological and clinical aspects of various macronutrients, micronutrients and other components of foods relevant to human health and disease
7. Functional foods
8. Popular nutritional supplements
9. Ergogenic aids
10. Scientific bases for nutrition interventions in human health and disease
Replacing Course(s) NUDI3280 Nutritional Biochemistry 10 units
Transition NA
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge HUBS2202 Biochemistry A and HUBS2204 Biochemistry B or HUBS2205 Human Molecular Science.
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Seminar
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments Written essay.
Course Learning Objectives 1,2,3,4,5
Examination: Formal Formal examination
Course Learning Objectives 1 - 10

Students must perform satisfactorily in the formal examination in order to obtain a passing grade or better in the course overall.
Contact Hours Lecture: for 3 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for HUBS3280