Module Details

Module Code: BIOL7032
Title: Science for Home Economics
Long Title: Science for Home Economics
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2023/24 ( September 2023 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4211 - Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is designed to provide the learner with the fundamentals of biology relevant for a career as a Home Economics teacher.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Compare and contrast the structure and function of the different macromolecules
LO2 Explain the main catabolic and anabolic metabolic pathways
LO3 Explain the physiology of the human body with emphasis on selected organ systems
LO4 Develop an understanding of human nutrition and examine the role of food groups in human nutrition
LO5 Perform and report on relevant practical based experiments
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Fundamentals of Biochemistry
Chemistry review, water, structure and function of proteins, structure and function of carbohydrates, structure and function of lipids, structure and function of nucleic acids.
Metabolic Pathways
Overview of metabolism, anabolic and catabolic pathways, regulation of metabolism, role of ATP in metabolism, oxidation-reduction reactions.
Basic Physiology
Overview of human physiology of relevant organ systems e.g. digestion system.
Nutrients and foods
Overview of the food groups and macro- and micro-nutrients.
Lab Practicals
Range of laboratory sessions in the area of human biology related to the subject area.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 35
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Fundamentals of Biochemistry
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Laboratory Reports
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 35
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 3,4
Assessment Description
Physiology & Human Nutrition
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Laboratory Sessions Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Study time Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 6.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Laboratory sessions Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Study time Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 6.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Nelson David, Cox Michael. (2021), Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, 8th. [ISBN: 9781319230906].
  • Taylor & Francis. (2016), Barasi's Human Nutrition: a health perspective, 3rd. [ISBN: 9781444137200].
  • Michael EJ Lean. (2006), Fox & Cameron's Food Science, Nutrition & Health, 7th. [ISBN: 9780340809488].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Constanzo, L. (2017), Physiology, 6th. Elsevier, [ISBN: 9780323478816].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_FHOEC_8 Professional Diploma in Education - Home Economics 1 Mandatory