BIO 136-Principles of Nutrition and Laboratory

4 credit hours – Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory weekly; one term.
This course meets the Biological and Physical Sciences General Education Requirement.

Focus on nutrients, including their digestion, absorption and physiological function in the body. Emphasis is placed on normal nutrition and the relationship between nutrients and chronic disease. Nutrient needs of the healthy person through stages of the life span are included. Includes a laboratory experience. Lab fee $30.

Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENG 111 or ENG 115 or ENG 121 and either eligibility for any general education math or a score of 27 or better on the Arithmetic Placement Test or a B or better in MAT 005 .

Note: Credit is not given for both BIO 135 and BIO 136.