CHEM 105 - Perspectives in Nutrition

Taught by: Ken Strothkamp

Content: The fundamental basis of human nutritional needs and contemporary controversies in nutrition. Extracting energy from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins; essential amino acids and the cellular synthesis of proteins; water-soluble vitamins in major nutrient metabolism; biological function of fat-soluble vitamins; physiological roles of minerals. Readings on contemporary controversies in nutrition including the relationship between diet and disease. Lecture, laboratory.

Schedule: This class has a non-traditional, 5-week schedule. The first class meets Monday, May 19th, and the final exam will be on Friday, June 20th. Lectures are 5 days a week from 9-11am, and labs will be held on Mondays from 1:20 - 4:20 and Fridays from noon - 3pm.

Semester Credits: 4

Prerequisites: None