Module code | VDG 250 |
Qualification | Undergraduate |
Faculty | Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences |
Module content | Nutrition in the context of growth, development and composition of organisms. Metabolic processes and control in the body. Overview of nutritional processes. The study of the fundamental principles of nutrient metabolism (including macro- and micro-nutrients and water) and digestion physiology. Applications are made regarding man and animals. |
Module credits | 12.00 |
Programmes | |
Prerequisites | Natural and Agricultural Sciences students: CMY 127; Health Sciences students: second year status |
Contact time | fortnightly practicals, 3 lectures per week |
Language of tuition | English |
Academic organisation | Food Science |
Period of presentation | Semester 1 |
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