NUTRITIONAL BIOCHEMISTRY-I

Course Description

Introduction to nutrition biochemistry, the chemical composition of the body, cell structure and metabolic pathways, carbohydrate digestion, absorption and metabolic processes, protein digestion, absorption and metabolic processes, lipid digestion, absorption and metabolic processes, energy metabolism, vitamins and their roles in metabolism. The definition of biochemistry and content, functions of biological water, importance, acids and bases, pH concept, importance, buffer systems, amino acids, structure and classification of the three-dimensional structure of proteins, biological importance, classification of enzymes, enzyme regulation, functions and coenzymes, Carbohydrates, oils, their metabolism and definitions of protein and amino acid, wherein the function of enzymes and hormones, nucleic acids and purine and pyrimidine metabolism.

NUTRITIONAL BIOCHEMISTRY-I

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Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 1. Nelson, D. L., & Cox, M. M. (2021). Lehninger principles of biochemistry (8th ed.). W. H. Freeman & Company.
2. 02 2. Gropper, S. S., Smith, J. L., & Carr, T. P. (2023). Advanced nutrition and human metabolism (8th ed.). Cengage Learning. 🔹 پوشش سیلابس:
3. 03 3. Murray, R. K., Bender, D. A., Botham, K. M., Kennelly, P. J., Rodwell, V. W., & Weil, P. A. (2024). Harper’s illustrated biochemistry (32nd ed.). McGraw-Hill Education.
4. 04 4. Depeint, F., Bruce, W. R., Shangari, N., Mehta, R., & O’Brien, P. J. (2023). Nutritional biochemistry of vitamins and energy metabolism: Emerging insights. Annual Review of Nutrition, 43, 287–312.

Learning Outcomes

1. Students describe the chemical composition of the human body and cell structure SOLO 3
2. Students explain the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids SOLO 4
3. Students analyze the role of enzymes, coenzymes, and hormones in biochemical reactions SOLO 4
4. Students demonstrate understanding of energy metabolism and the biochemical role of vitamins SOLO 5
5. Students apply concepts of acids, bases, pH, and buffer systems in biological systems SOLO 5
6. Students describe the structure and metabolism of nucleic acids, purines, and pyrimidines SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Has the theoretical and applied knowledge required by the dietitian profession
2. P02 Uses the knowledge and skills throughout the professional life, in the protection and improvement of individual, family and community health, to prevent and treat the diseases.
3. P03 Provides training and consultancy by using scientific evidence in order to increase the health level and quality of life of the society.
4. P04 Have the ability of learning, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
5. P05 Uses information technologies and specific technological equipment to the field effectively
6. P06 Maintains personal and professional development with the awareness of lifelong learning.
7. P07 Carries out its profession in accordance with in the line with ethical principles, legal framework and standards.
8. P08 Uses the professional skills in accordance with the fundamental values and culture of the population at national and international statues.
9. P09 Acts in accordance with quality management processes.
10. P10 Takes a role in research, projects and activities in collaborate with the healthcare team and other disciplines.
11. P11 Have the ability to follow information in the professional field and to communicate with colleagues by using Turkish and at least one foreign language.

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