752-6003-00L Introduction to Nutritional Science
| Semester | Autumn Semester 2019 |
| Lecturers | M. B. Zimmermann, C. Wolfrum |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | German |
| Comment | Only for Agricultural Science BSc. |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 752-6003-00 V | Ernährungswissenschaft
 Course is taught in English (M. Zimmermann) and German (Ch. Wolfrum) Unregelmässige Lehrveranstaltung. Der Kursinhalt umfasst 2/3 der Vorlesung 752-6001-00 V Introduction to Nutritional Science. Die genauen Daten mit dem detaillierten Programm werden separat bekannt gegeben. | 1.5 hrs |
| M. B. Zimmermann, C. Wolfrum |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | This course introduces basic concepts of micro- and macronutrient nutrition. Micronutrients studied include fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins, minerals and trace elements. Macronutrients include proteins, fat and carbohydrates. |
| Learning objective | To introduce the students to the both the macro- and the micronutrients. |
| Content | The lectutres on micronutrients are given by Prof. Zimmermann and the lectures on macronutrients are given by Prof. Wolfrum. Prof. Zimmermann discusses the micronutrients, including fat-soluble vitamins, water-soluble vitamins, minerals and trace elements. Prof. Wolfrum introduces basic nutritional aspects of proteins, fats, carbohydrates and energy metabolism. |
| Lecture notes | There is no script. Powerpoint presentations will be made available. |
| Literature | Elmadfa I & Leitzmann C: Ernährung des Menschen UTB Ulmer, Stuttgart, 4. überarb. Ausgabe 2004 ISBN-10: 3825280365; ISBN-13: 978-3825280369 Garrow JS and James WPT: Human Nutrition and Dietetics Churchill Livingstone, Edinburgh, 11th rev. ed. 2005 ISBN-10: 0443056277; ISBN-13: 978-0443056277 |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| In examination block for | Bachelor's Degree Programme in Agricultural Sciences 2015; Version 01.03.2019 (Examination Block 1) Bachelor's Programme in Agricultural Science 2010; Version 13.10.2015 (Examination Block 1) |
| ECTS credits | 2 credits |
| Examiners | M. B. Zimmermann, C. Wolfrum |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | German |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Mode of examination | written 90 minutes |
| Additional information on mode of examination | Prüfung am Computer / computer exam Prüfungsfragen und -antworten auf Deutsch und Englisch |
| Written aids | keine |
| Digital exam | The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich. |
| If the course unit is part of an examination block, the credits are allocated for the successful completion of the whole block. This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
| Main link | moodle-Kurs HS19 |
| Only public learning materials are listed. | |
Groups
| No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
| General |  : Special students and auditors need a special permission from the lecturers |
| Priority | Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group |
| Primary target group | Agricultural Sciences BSc (753000)
Agricultural Sciences (Mobility) (773000) |
Offered in
| Programme | Section | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Sciences Bachelor | Examination Block | O |  |