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FST3810

Faculty of Science

18 September 2017 26 April 2024
Monash University

Undergraduate - Unit

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6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL

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LevelUndergraduate
FacultyFaculty of Science
Organisational UnitSchool of Science, Malaysia
OfferedMalaysia Second semester 2015 (Day)
Coordinator(s)Dr Thoo Yin Yin

Synopsis

This unit provides an introduction to the nutritional roles of food nutrients in human health and well-being. The uptake and metabolism of major nutrients in the human body are examined and major health issues that are related to diet and nutrients are discussed. Nutritional guidelines for dietary planning according to various requirements are explained and the nutritional requirements of pregnant and lactating women, infants, children, adolescents, adults and older adults are highlighted. Dietary requirements of individuals to support physical activities are outlined.

Outcomes

On completion of this unit students will be able to:

  1. Define the roles of major and minor food nutrients in the human body and apply nutritional guidelines to plan healthy and balanced diets for various individuals;

  1. Describe the digestion, absorption and metabolism of major nutrients in the human body in order to meet the body's needs;

  1. Apply the understanding of nutrition management to various nutrition-related diseases;

  1. Identify the nutritional requirements of pregnant and lactating women, infants, children, adolescents, adults and older adults;

  1. Describe weight management, nutrients usage and dietary requirements of individuals to support daily activities;

  1. Acquire information from scientific resources and demonstrate team work and communication skills in their learning.

Assessment

Assignments: 30%
Presentations: 10%
Tests: 10%
Final examination: 50%

Workload requirements

Three hours of lectures per week and a total of 12 hours of tutorials

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Chief examiner(s)

Dr Thoo Yin Yin

Prerequisites

BTH2741