BTH2752 - Cellular metabolomics of macronutrients

Overview

The unit begins with a series of topics that focus on the general overview of cellular metabolism in biochemistry. This is followed by understanding the structures, functions as well as chemical properties of important biomolecules that involve lipid and protein. Finally, a comprehensive study on the lipid and protein cellular … For more content click the Read More button below.

The unit begins with a series of topics that focus on the general overview of cellular metabolism in biochemistry. This is followed by understanding the structures, functions as well as chemical properties of important biomolecules that involve lipid and protein. Finally, a comprehensive study on the lipid and protein cellular metabolism which include the generation of energy from these two major dietary components from daily diet are conducted.

Offerings

S2-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Tan Ji Wei

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Tan Ji Wei

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:

Describe what is cellular metabolism and how it affect our life in general;

Describe the basic structures and chemical properties of lipid and protein;

Describe the mechanisms involved in the storage and processing of lipid and protein;

Describe mechanisms for control of metabolic reaction sequences involving lipid and protein;

Demonstrate advanced laboratory skills by collecting, interpreting and presenting experimental data in an accessible and appropriate format.

Teaching approach

Problem-based learning

Active learning

Workshops – One-hour face to face or online workshop per week supplemented with active learning and in-class learning activities. You will be expected to undergo blended learning style by exposing to learning materials online (approx. 1-2 hours through Moodle) before participating the workshop session.

Tutorial classes - One hour of tutorial session according to the lecture topic. You are expected to participate in this session that involve various problem-solving questions. This will enable you to apply what you have learned during workshops in real life scenario.

Laboratory-based classes – Three hours’ practical sessions per week to develop proficiency in wet lab techniques, data analysis and report writing. The practical sessions are in parallel with the topics delivered in this unit.

Assessment

1 - Practical works

2 - Assignment 1: Science magazine, new issue - diet in metabolic effects and health implications

3 - Assignment 2: Game-based assessment

4 - Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories

Tutorials

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources

Recommended resources

Technology resources

Availability in areas of study

Medical bioscience