MVI392 Gastrointestinal Anatomy and Physiology
Credits (ECTS):5
Course responsible:Harald Carlsen
Campus / Online:Taught campus Ås
Teaching language:Engelsk, norsk
Limits of class size:50
Course frequency:Annually
Nominal workload:Lectures 20 hrs. Study groups 20 hrs. Preparations and self study 85 hrs.
Teaching and exam period:Teaching/evaluation in the autumn parallel
About this course
Learning outcome
KNOWLEDGE
Students should after this course have comprehensive overview of organization, function and regulation of the gastrointestinal system (gastrointestinal tract and associated organs) and the microflora. The students will learn about basic anatomical and physiological feature with emphasis on digestion of food. But also the important roles of the immune system will be covered as well as some of the most common diseases in the GI-tract including celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, ulcer and irritable bowel syndrome.
SKILLS
Students should get a theoretical skill about the anatomy and physiology of the intestine, enabling them to understand research literature about the subject. They should also be equipped to critically review media coverage on the intestine and impact of nutrition on putative malfunctions.
GENERAL COMPETENCE
Students at master- or PhD level should from this course have built a foundation for work with health aspects of nutrition in the food industry, product development, research and public administration. It should also enable them to communicate adequately with health professionals.
- Lectures and study groups
Canvas. Lectures, exam relevant questions, other student relevant material.
Email: harald.carlsen@nmbu.no
- Basic cell biology corresponding to BIO100, biochemistry corresponding to KJB200 or KJB100.
- Basic knowledge in nutrition and physiology.
- Individual written exam of three hours. Count 100% of grade (A-F).
- Grades are determined by lecturer in consultation with external examiner.
- Each week contains two hours lecture and two hours study groups tutored by teacher.
- M-MATVIT
- Special requirements in science.