Principles of Nutrition Science

Course Description

This course presents the fundamental scientific principles of human nutrition. Students will become familiar with food sources; recommended intake levels;  biochemical role; mode of absorption, transport, excretion; deficiency/toxicity symptoms, and potential major public health problems for each macro- and micronutrient. The student goals for this course are: 1) to describe the components of a healthy diet, 2) understand the major nutrition problems that affect individuals and populations from conception and throughout the life cycle, and 3) understand the scientific basis for nutritional recommendations brought before the scientific and lay communities.

Basic Enrollment Requirements: Unofficial Transcript - Bachelor's + 3.0 GPA.

Prerequisites: Students are required to have taken a one semester college-level course in either human biology, chemistry, or physiology (preferred).

Instructor Approval: During registration, you will be asked to explain how you meet the pre-requisites for this course and to describe any relevant experience. The instructor will use this information to confirm your enrollment or will otherwise be in touch with you.

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Remission Eligible: Yes; first day of term; all university policies apply.