Course Description
Basic aspects of macronutrient and micronutrient metabolism. Discussion of physiological, environmental, and genetic factors that influence metabolism and nutritional status. Course will cover the roles carbohydrates, lipids, protein, and energy in human health, and the importance of vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes in human nutrition.
Athena Title
Macro and Micro Metabolism
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in NUTR 4100, NUTR 6100, NUTR 4100E, NUTR 6100E
Non-Traditional Format
This course will be taught 95% or more online.
Semester Course Offered
Offered every year.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
- Students should be able to identify the mechanisms involved in nutrient uptake and metabolism, including the reactions necessary for the absorption, transport, and distribution of nutrients within humans.
- Students should be able to understand the importance of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids in human nutrition.
- Students should be able to identify the mechanisms for the conversion of these macronutrients into energy.
- Students should be able to understand the pathways of intermediary metabolism utilized in the conversion of macronutrients into energy.
- Students should be able to identify the roles micronutrients play in different metabolic pathways and their roles in macronutrient metabolism.
- Students should be able to determine the requirements of these nutrients.
- Students should be able to describe the changes in the macronutrient metabolism occurring during obesity, diabetes, or starvation.
Topical Outline
- Digestion and Absorption
- Carbohydrates
- Lipids
- Proteins
- Water and Electrolytes
- Fat-Soluble Vitamins
- Water-Soluble Vitamins
- Macrominerals
- Trace Minerals
- Trace Elements
