Valid from: Autumn 2013
Decided by: FN2/Eva Nordberg Karlsson
Date of establishment: 2014-03-10
Division: Applied nutrition
Course type: Course given jointly for second and third cycle
The course is also given at second-cycle level with course code: KNL026
Teaching language: English
Provide basic knowledge about the anatomy of the body, the functions of different cells and organs, the mechanisms behind these functions and interaction of organ systems, with special emphasize on metabolism and nutrition.
Knowledge and Understanding
For a passing grade the doctoral student must
Competences and Skills
For a passing grade the doctoral student must
Judgement and Approach
For a passing grade the doctoral student must
On the basis of knowledge in biochemistry and cell biology, the main contents are anatomy and physiology, endocrinology and metabolism of the gastrointestinal tract. The course also includes neurophysiology, respiration and circulation, muscle function and kidney function. The course contains lectures, group exercises, laboratory work and one individual task to present orally and in writing. During the course there are possiblities to perform two small tests (duggas).
Widmaier, EP, Raff & Strang, K.: Human Physiology - The Mechanisms of Body Function. McGraw-Hill, 2008. ISBN 9780071283663.
Types of instruction: Lectures, seminars, laboratory exercises, exercises
Examination format: Written exam
Grading scale: Failed, pass
Examiner:
Assumed prior knowledge: Biochemistry KBK011, Microbiology KMB060 or KBKA05 Technical biology.
Course coordinators:
Web page: www.foodandnutrition.lth.se