ADBI1123 · Advancing Studies
ADV
Course acquaints the nonspecialist with the basic scientific principles of nutrition and energy metabolism. Includes an examination of the six nutrient groups (carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and water) and their impact on health, disease prevention, and growth and development. Explores current dietary recommendations, nutrition for athletes, dietary supplement use, weight management, and other current hot topics in nutrition. Students assess their own nutrient intakes and compare them to national standards. Material designed for practical use.
Course experience
Averages use the original five-point historical evaluation scale.
Organization
4.7 / 5
How well the course was organized
Challenge
4.3 / 5
How intellectually challenging students found it
Attendance
4.3 / 5
How necessary attendance was
Assignments
4.5 / 5
How helpful assignments were
Weekly effort
~4.5
hours per week
Estimated from the original workload response buckets. Individual sections may differ.
Instructor options
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Across time
Available section-level results across semesters.
Spring 2025
2 sectionsFall 2024
2 sectionsSummer 2024
1 sectionSpring 2024
1 sectionFall 2023
2 sectionsSpring 2023
1 sectionFall 2022
2 sectionsSpring 2022
1 sectionFall 2021
2 sectionsSpring 2021
1 sectionFall 2020
2 sectionsSpring 2020
2 sections