Lifespan Physiology and Biochemistry

Course aim

The aim of this course is to develop in students a comprehensive understanding of the physiology, pathophysiology and biochemistry implicated in the relationships between maternal & fetal nutrition, obesity in children & adults, and certain adult diseases.

Course content

Basic principles of quantitative and qualitative research and research design (including epidemiological, observational, Randomised controlled trials, systematic reviews and meta-analysis).  Pregnancy, fetal development, and maternal-fetal interactions; the impact of varying maternal & fetal nutrition on patterns of postnatal growth. Physiological changes influencing appetite and its regulation in adolescence. Significance of biochemical metabolic regulation in middle age. Under-nutrition in the elderly. Pathophysiology of nutrition-related conditions.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
HLTH 2001	Human Nutrition
BIOL 2035	Physiology
BIOL 2014	Biochemistry

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, OFFSHORE, HONG KONG BAPTIST UNIVERSITY
Lecture	26 hours x -
Tutorial	26 hours x -

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Evaluation of a dietary experience, Examination, Nutrient review

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.