COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. To understand the molecular functions of nutrients we consume in the diet.
2. To understand the regulatory mechanisms that control metabolism in normal and disease states.
3. To learn how metabolism and regulation of nutrients are integrated.
4. To learn how nutrients affect pathogenesis and health.
5. To think critically about nutrient claims and fads.
REQUIRED TEXT:
Advanced Nutrition & Human Metabolism, 4th ed. Gropper, Smith and Groff. Thomson/Wadsworth (2005).
Many students find it useful to have biochemistry text such as Biochemistry by Nelson, Cox and Lehninger.
Lecture powerpoint files will be available on the website prior to lecture.
MP3 audiofiles of lectures will be posted on the website.
GRADING POLICY:
Approx. point distribution Approx. grade distribution
15 % Exam 1 A 93%
15 % Exam 2 AB 88-92%
15 % Exam 3 B 83-87%
15 % Exam 4 BC 78-82%
20 % Exam 5 (Final Exam) C 70-77%
20 % Quizzes D 61-69%
F < 61%
Exam schedule conflicts must be resolved within the first two weeks of classes. Make-up exams are only given with prior notification and permission from Prof. Eide; we reserve the right to request written documentation of the absence reason. Regrades are permissible but the entire exam/quiz will be regraded (exception: math errors made by the instructors will be corrected without regrading). There are no make-up quizzes.
No. Covers Given
1 Jan. 23 ¿ Feb. 13 Friday, Feb. 15
2 Feb. 18 ¿ Mar. 5 Friday, Mar. 7
3 Mar. 10 ¿ Mar. 31 Friday, April 4
4 April 2 ¿ April 18 Monday, April 21
5 cumulative Wednesday May 14, 10:05 a.m.
(50% on material from Exams 1-4, 50% on material from April 23 ¿ May 9)
QUIZZES:
Three announced quizzes (10 pts each) will be given and they will cover glycolysis, the TCA cycle, and the urea cycle. Randomly during the semester we will hold unannounced in-class quizzes (5 pts each). The purpose of these quizzes are to a) emphasize key points from lectures, b) encourage you to keep up with your studying, and c) reward class attendance. There are no make-up quizzes.
REVIEW STUDY SESSIONS:
Are optional and will address your questions about the previous week's lecture material and quizzes, along with study questions to help you understand the material. They are held on Mondays, from 5-6 p.m. in 290 Nutr.Sci.
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE:
Biochemistry is REQUIRED for entry into NS/Biochem 510, and the instructors assume that you have a working knowledge of biochemical pathways and structures. You must review/remember the following: glycolysis, the TCA cycle, the electron transport system, urea cycle. The emphasis of the course is on INTEGRATION of acquired knowledge.
ATTENDANCE:
We do not take attendance. However, you are expected to prepare for, attend, and participate fully in all lectures and you are responsible for obtaining material from missed lectures. Regular attendance is rewarded with the above quizzes, which comprise 15% of your total grade. It is our experience that regular attendance is a good predicator of success in this course, due to the volume and complexity of the course material.