Metabolism of Carbohydrate

This course provides a basic understanding of carbohydrate metabolism and its importance in energy production and blood glucose regulation. The included video lectures cover two major metabolic pathways i.e. glycolysis, which explains the breakdown of glucose to produce energy, and gluconeogenesis, which describes the synthesis of glucose from noncarbohydrate sources during fasting or low glucose conditions. These topics will help students understand how the body maintains energy balance and glucose homeostasis.

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About Course

This module provides a comprehensive introduction to carbohydrate metabolism by exploring the two essential pathways of glycolysis and gluconeogenesis. Learners will understand how glucose is broken down to produce energy and how the body synthesizes glucose during periods of fasting or increased metabolic demand. The course explains the biochemical reactions, key enzymes, regulatory mechanisms, and physiological significance of these pathways in maintaining blood glucose homeostasis. By the end of the module, learners will have a solid foundation in the metabolic processes that are fundamental to human health and clinical biochemistry.

Authorship and Attribution

This course has been curated by Riphah International University faculty and staff using publicly available third-party content and Open Educational Resources (OER) for self-paced learning. Learners will engage with curated open-access materials to achieve the course learning outcomes. All third-party content is used under open-access or fair-use policies, while any original materials are developed specifically for this learning experience.

Source and Credits:

Instructor: Ninja Nerd
Provider: YouTube (@NinjaNerdOfficial)
License: Standard YouTube license

What You'll Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Explain foundatio
Define glycolysis and gluconeogenesis.
Identify the major substrates and products of both pathways.
Explain the role of glycolysis and gluconeogenesis in maintaining blood glucose homeostasis.
Illustrate how lactate, alanine, and glycerol enter the gluconeogenic pathway.
Differentiate between glycolysis and gluconeogenesis, including the irreversible and bypass reactions.
Analyze the hormonal regulation of glycolysis and gluconeogenesis by insulin, glucagon, and cortisol.
Construct a flow diagram showing the key steps, enzymes, substrates, energy requirements, and regulation of both pathways.

Prerequisites

Students should have some basic knowledge of carbohydrates, their sources, basic units(monomers), Chemical structures, and types.

Who Can Take This Course?

This course is designed for graduate students of Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy who want to develop a fundamental understanding of glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, and their role in glucose metabolism and clinical practice.

Course Outline

Module 1: Carbohydrate Metabolism: Glycolysis and Gluconeogenesis

Glycolysis

Metabolism | Glycolysis (Video)

Gluconeogenesis

Metabolism | Gluconeogenesis (Video)

Skills You Will Gain

Glycolysis Pathway Gluconeogenesis ProcessGlucose Metabolism Energy Production Metabolic Regulation Key Enzyme Functions Biochemical Pathways Metabolic Homeostasis

Course Information

Duration

Approximately 1.1 Hours

Course Information

Category: Pharmaceutical Sciences
Language: English Only
Type: Self-paced
Start Date: Jul 09, 2026

Difficulty Level

Advanced

Learning Mode

Fully Online (Asynchronous)

Learning Type

Self Paced

Language

English Only

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