This course covers the metabolism of the major nutrients: 

• Carbohydrates
• Fats
• Amino acids

Introductory lectures are focused on:

• Protein structure
• Enzyme function
• Regulation
• Principles of energy metabolism.  

In the second half, lectures focus on:

• Metabolism of macronutrients is discussed at tissue, cellular and molecular level.

Honours pathway option (HPO)

Entry to this option will be subject to approval by course convenor. Students who take this option will participate in problem based learning groups during semester

On satisfying the requirements of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. Describe the major metabolic pathways involved in the degradation of nutrients in the human body
2. Understand principles of biochemical methods and be able to use them with appropriate instruction
3. Understand the basis of reactivity of biologically relevant molecules and their interactions
4. Analyse and evaluate experimental data

Assessment will be based on:

• Tutorial tests - short answer questions covering lecture material (20%; LO 1, 3)
• Practical class reports (40%; LO 1, 2, 3, 4)
• Final exam covering the complete course material including practical classes (40%; LO 1, 2, 3, 4)

BIOL1004, CHEM1101 and CHEM1201