Advanced Nutrition and Metabolism
Learn the intricacies of the human immune system and the mechanisms of nutrition and metabolism. During 12 weeks of online study, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the structures of nutrient molecules and how they are digested, utilized, burned for fuel and stored in the human body. Utilizing recorded online lectures, video demonstrations, live online office hours with the instructor and weekly quizzes, the course will cover many major biological molecule classes, including water, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins and minerals.
This course is designed for post-baccalaureate health professionals applying to health programs and applicants to the Masters in Advanced Study in Maternal and Child Nutrition program as a prerequisite. Before registering, students must complete lower-division coursework in nutrition science, and at least one college-level biochemistry course to benefit from this material.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the structure and function of biological macromolecules: proteins, carbohydrates and lipids
- Describe the structure and function of biological micromolecules: vitamins, minerals and water
- Understand the influence of hormones, neuropeptides and other signaling molecules in the metabolic pathways used in the body
Skills You Will Gain
- Basic concepts and terminology for metabolism and bioenergetics
- Advantages of various field and laboratory methods used to measure body composition
- Recommended intakes, deficiencies and toxicities associated with major minerals
Section Notes
Course begins September 23, 2024 and ends December 06, 2024.
Students are expected to have completed a course in biochemistry prior to taking this course.
This is an online class, which consists of fully produced, original content that is designed, developed and released specifically for online consumption. These courses make use of Canvas—an online learning environment where you interact with your instructor and peers—and include pre-recorded lectures.
This is not a self-paced course. Students will progress through the course together. Course modules are released weekly, where lessons typically load on Mondays and are due the following Sundays. You can log in at any time within that week to view lectures and complete assignments. The previous week's lesson will remain available for the duration of the course. If you enroll after the course start date, you will need to contact the instructor regarding missed lessons.
Enrollment Policies
Refund deadline is September 30th. Refunds and/or enrollment transfers (minus a $30 processing fee) will not be approved after this date.
View complete enrollment policy information including details on withdrawals and transfers.