Topic outline

  • 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.
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  • Unit Ten: Emerging issues and trends

    a)  Introduction

    Biochemistry has progressed from a purely structural subject to a physical science. Over the last decade the field of biochemistry has made great strides in invention and innovation. this unit aims at understanding emerging issues and trends in biochemistry field

    b) Unit Objectives

    By the end of this unit, the learner shall be able to;

    1. Emerging issues and trends,
    2. Challenges posed by emerging issues and trends,
    3. Coping mechanisms and strategies

    c) Unit Learning Requirements
    To proficiently complete this unit, you ought to make sure you spend quality time and purpose to;

      1. Carry out all tasks within the sections and subsections
      2. Participate in discussion forums as and when they are scheduled.
      3. Participate in chat sessions as and when they are scheduled.
      		Learning requirements

    ◄Unit Nine Activities
    ►Unit Ten Activities