PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics with a master's degree
PhD	TR-NQF-HE: Level 8	QF-EHEA: Third Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 8

General course introduction information

Course Code:

BDY658

Course Name:

Advanced Nutrition Biochemistry

Course Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	15

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Department Elective

Course Level:

PhD

TR-NQF-HE:8. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Third Cycle

EQF-LLL:8. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi AHMET MURAT GÜNAL

Course Lecturer(s):

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi HADI KARIMKHAN

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	The aim of the course is to investigate the metabolism and functions of macro- and micronutrients while giving practical information about manipulation of the machines
Course Content:	Metabolism and functions of nutrients, structure and characteristics of some of the biomolecules, turnover of biochemical energy, biosynthesis of vitamins and cofactors, operation, capabilities, and limitations of laboratory instruments.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Demonstrate advanced knowledge of key areas of nutritional biochemistry.
2) Get information about structure and characteristics of some of the biomolecules, turnover of biochemical energy, biosynthesis of vitamins and cofactors.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
1) Apply knowledge about macronutrients and bioactive components to the laboratory skills.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) Evaluate the investigations in macro- and micronutrient metabolism and the laboratory procedures.
2) Gain practical knowledge about laboratory.

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	General introduction	none
2)	Cell metabolism, basic concepts in bioenergetics mechanisms, biochemistry laboratory at a glance.	none
3)	Nutrients and other biologically active components in the blood and other tissues-I	none
4)	Nutrients and other biologically active components in the blood and other tissues-II	none
5)	Nutrients and other biologically active components in the blood and other tissues-III	none
6)	Lipid and fatty acid biochemistry	none
7)	Lipid and fatty acids in the blood and other tissues	none
8)	Assignment/presentation as midterm exam	none
9)	Carbohydrate and glucose biochemistry	none
10)	Carbohydrates and glucose in the blood and other tissues	none
11)	Protein and amino acid biochemistry	none
12)	Protein and amino acids in the blood and other tissues	none
13)	Basics of micronutrient biochemistry	none
14)	Micronutrients in the blood and other tissues	none

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Metabolic Regulation: A Human Perspective (ISBN: 063206384); Blackwell Publishing. 2003. Biochemical and Physiological Aspects of Human Nutrition, (ISBN: 072164452X); WB Saunders. 2000. Textbook of Biochemistry with Clinical Correlations, (ISBN: 0471411361); Wiley-Liss. 2001. Nutritional Biochemistry, (ISBN:0121348369); Academic Press 1999
References:	Metabolic Regulation: A Human Perspective (ISBN: 063206384); Blackwell Publishing. 2003. Biochemical and Physiological Aspects of Human Nutrition, (ISBN: 072164452X); WB Saunders. 2000. Textbook of Biochemistry with Clinical Correlations, (ISBN: 0471411361); Wiley-Liss. 2001. Nutritional Biochemistry, (ISBN:0121348369); Academic Press 1999

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) To be able to defend original ideas in discussing the issues in the field, to analyze and develop social relations and norms that direct these relations with a critical point of view
1) Increase decision-making ability by developing rational solutions with creative and critical thinking method to new developments related to the field and possible problems.
2) To acquire the ability to develop, authenticate and deepen the level of expertise by researching, discussing and discussing more sophisticated and advanced information in an up-to-date and original manner in relation to the graduate education that the student has received.
3) Be able to evaluate and use new information in the field with a systematic approach.
5) To develop multidisciplinary study skills and to provide practical approaches to solve interdisciplinary problems and to be a leader in the team here.
7) to contribute to the solution of social, scientific, cultural and ethical problems encountered in the issues related to the moment, to make good use of the strategic decision-making processes in the solution of these problems and to contribute to the society in which it lives

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To be able to defend original ideas in discussing the issues in the field, to analyze and develop social relations and norms that direct these relations with a critical point of view
1)	Increase decision-making ability by developing rational solutions with creative and critical thinking method to new developments related to the field and possible problems.
2)	To acquire the ability to develop, authenticate and deepen the level of expertise by researching, discussing and discussing more sophisticated and advanced information in an up-to-date and original manner in relation to the graduate education that the student has received.
3)	Be able to evaluate and use new information in the field with a systematic approach.
5)	To develop multidisciplinary study skills and to provide practical approaches to solve interdisciplinary problems and to be a leader in the team here.
7)	to contribute to the solution of social, scientific, cultural and ethical problems encountered in the issues related to the moment, to make good use of the strategic decision-making processes in the solution of these problems and to contribute to the society in which it lives

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Reading
Report Writing

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Presentation

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	1	% 20
Midterms	1	% 20
Final	1	% 60
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	3	42
Presentations / Seminar	1	1	1
Homework Assignments	1	1	1
Final	1	1	1
Total Workload			87