NUTR 121: Human Nutrition
Section: 1006

Course Section Credits Instructor Dates Status Call Number
NUTR 121 1006 3 (3 max credits) Basu Arpita Jul. 14, 2025 to Aug. 15, 2025 Open 53782

Description

(Satisfies the general education non-lab science course). Emphasis on the classification, digestion, absorption, metabolism, and function of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, water, vitamins, and minerals in the human body. Energy metabolism and nutrient needs during the life cycle and for special populations will be discussed. A personal dietary assessment project will be required. Not for NUTR majors. 3 credits.

Prerequisites

Notes

NOT for NUTR majors; 4-month (minimum) Cengage Unlimited eTextbooks + Online Learning Platform subscription (semesterly & yearly options available) - https://cengage.force.com/s/article/Cengage-Unlimited-FAQs-and-General-Info; https://www.cengage.com/unlimited/; computers (not chromebooks), webcams, microphones, calculators required
This is an Internet class; refer to Canvas instructions at https://unlv.instructure.com.
Satisfies University Science Requirement
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