Course Details in 2023/24 Session

Module Title	LC Clinical and Exercise Biochemistry
School	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Department	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Module Code	03 38015
Module Lead	Alex Wadley
Level	Certificate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
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Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-15 hours Seminar-10 hours Tutorial-5 hours Practical Classes and workshops-3 hours Guided independent study-167 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	This module will provide a comprehensive introduction to biochemistry and metabolism in the contexts of health and disease, exercise and sport performance. Specifically, this module covers: the importance of diet in health, the structure and function of important dietary units including carbohydrates, fats, proteins and nucleic acids; the structure and function of different cell types and their relevance for health ; the biochemical characteristics of muscle fibres; the structure and function of muscle fibres; the structure and function of components of the cell related to cell function and human health; inflammation and the immune system, major pathways of energy metabolism and how these are regulated.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of the role of biochemistry and metabolism in health, exercise and sport performance to include; sources of carbohydrate and the processes by which carbohydrates are used as fuel in exercise; sources of fat and the processes by which fats are used as fuel in exercise; sources of protein and the role of protein in adaptation, injury and repair, muscle structure and the processes involved in muscle contraction; absorption of carbohydrates and the importance of optimum absorption and digestion in exercise. Demonstrate knowledge of cell physiology, for example: cell types, cell function, the immune system, inflammation and its role in injury and infection. Apply the biochemistry principles to 'real world' scenarios, for example, in public health settings considering obesity and sedentary behaviour, and in sporting settings such as sprinting, middle distance and marathon running, and weightlifting.
Assessment	38015-01 : Data Analysis & Interpretation Report : Coursework (50%) 38015-02 : MCQ Exam : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: Coursework, one page A4 (50%) Examination, one hour online (50%) Reassessment: Repeat of failed component(s).
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