2019/20 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
FOOD1050 Elements of Human Nutrition
10 creditsClass Size: 150
Module manager: Dr Matthew Campbell
Email: m.d.campbell@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2019/20
Pre-requisite qualifications
A level Chemistry or Biology, or entry requirements for Certificate in HE in Food Science (for part time students).This module is mutually exclusive with
FOOD1150 | Principles of Human Physiology and Nutrition |
This module is approved as a discovery module
Module summary
This 10 credit module is taught with lectures throughout semester 2. - How much do you eat? - What is your energy or calorific intake?- Are your nutrient levels adequate? - Would simple changes to your diet benefit your health?The module should appeal to anyone with a science background and who has an interest in nutrition. if you have any questions about the module contact the module leader.Objectives
The module aims to:To introduce the elements of nutrient function and metabolism, dietary intakes and food sources, deficiency diseases and nutritional requirements.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the module, students should be able to:
- recognise the structure of nutrients and non-nutrients and identify sources of these nutrients in the diet;
- recall current nutritional recommendations for the general population and apply them to evaluate the adequacy of diets;
- explain how food composition data is obtained and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this data in diet evaluation;
- explain the role of culture and socio-economic factors on the food habits and food choice.
Syllabus
- Role of macro (carbohydrates, protein, fat and dietary fibre) and micro nutrients (vitamins and minerals) in human nutrition
- Energy balance
- Nutrient requirements and Dietary Reference Values
- Food composition tables and dietary calculations
- Dietary assessment methods
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Lecture | 22 | 1.00 | 22.00 |
Private study hours | 78.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 22.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 |
Private study
Directed reading for lectures: 53 hoursPreparation and revision for examination: 25 hours.
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Progress will be formally monitored through attendance and progress with directed reading.Methods of assessment
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 1 hr 00 mins | 100.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 100.00 |
MCQ - same format for resit
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 04/09/2019
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