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  • BAB 1206: BASIC BIOCHEMISTRY

    Basic biochemistry module is designed to equip the learner with knowledge, skills and attitude to enable them to develop a good understanding of nutrition, conduct their research project, participate in nutrition and health related studies.

    The prerequisite modules include; Human anatomy and physiology, Principles of human nutrition, and physical sciences.  The module takes 60 contact hours: 37 hours for theory and 23 hours for practical. Learners undertaking this module will have both theory and practical assessments. Formative assessment will be in the form of continuous assessment tests, assignments, clinical and field assessments and promotional examination whereas summative assessment will be done in form of final qualifying examination.
  • a)  Review Questions

    1. Define the term bioenergetics?

    2. State four forms of energy transfer will always

    3. Highlight five forms of energy within the body are;

    4. State five characteristics of 2nd law of bioenergetics reactions




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     b) Performance Tasks 

    (i)   Main Tasks

    Describe the process of transduction

    Discuss the three Levels of bioenergetics

    (ii) Sub -Tasks 

    [Discussion forum tool and chat tool below will be used for carrying out group work..]
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