NUT1011 Human nutrition: An introduction to nutrients
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
NUT1011 Human nutrition: An introduction to nutrients is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2027 in Summer A, Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Summer A, Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
- Workload
- 12 hours
- per semester
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Requisites
Before NUT1011
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After NUT1011
1 unit list NUT1011 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in an Undergraduate Degree
Prohibition: Must not be enrolled in course code M2001 or unit code NUT1010
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
This unit focuses on basic concepts in human nutrition. Social and cultural applications of food and consumption will be described, and you will have the opportunity to examine factors that influence food choices. Key nutrition guidelines and evidence supporting the guidelines will be identified.
The concept of energy balance and energy expenditure in the context of nutritional intake will be introduced. The use and application of body composition techniques will be compared including how they are administered, and the associated considerations of completing these.
The role and function of macro and micronutrients including key sources essential for human health and relevance for the health of populations and individuals will be discussed. You will learn about the clinical signs and symptoms of specific nutrient deficiency and excess, as well as nutrient interactions and their significance.
Data analysis of dietary intake using qualitative and quantitative methods will be introduced and comparison of this data to recommended dietary intakes for optimal health. You will apply your knowledge in case-based scenarios and developing evidence-based nutrition education resources. Inquiry-based learning will be incorporated into the teaching of this unit.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Summer semester A | Clayton | Online |
| First semester | Clayton | Online |
| Second semester | Clayton | Online |
Assessment
- Reflection (1,200 words)Written20%
- Case study analysis (30 questions composed of SAQ & MCQ)Written45%
- Poster (2,000 words equivalent)Artefact35%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Discuss the social, emotional and cultural role of food individually and as a society.
- 2
Compare body composition assessment methods including their role in nutrition status evaluation, indications, strengths, and limitations.
- 3
Discriminate between macronutrient and micronutrient roles in the human body.
- 4
Identify key food sources of particular nutrients and describe the clinical signs and symptoms of particular nutrient deficiencies and excesses, and explain the reason for their development.
- 5
State current nutritional recommendations for the general population and apply them to evaluate the adequacy of diets.
- 6
Describe the effects that nutrients may have on the absorption and utilisation of other nutrients in the human body.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials6 hours
- Lectures24 hours
- Workshops24 hours
All online learning.
6 hours of teacher-directed learning per week, including 1-2 hours of asynchronous video content and 2 hours of online workshop.
6 hours per week of student-directed learning.
Total per week = 12 hours
For SSA: 12 hours of teacher-directed learning per week, including 2-4 hours of asynchronous video content and 2 hours of workshop.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Janeane Dart
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Michael Houghton
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for NUT1011?
NUT1011 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after NUT1011?
NUT1011 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including NUT2011.
When is NUT1011 offered?
In 2027, NUT1011 runs in Summer A, Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton, with an online option.
How much work is NUT1011?
The handbook expects about 12 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does NUT1011 have an exam?
No. NUT1011 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.