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Introduction to Nutritional Science

Ernährungswissenschaft

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Michael Bruce Zimmermann, Dr. Christian Wolfrum
Only for Agricultural Science BSc.
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:34:31

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.

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.

Resources

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

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 90 minutes
Aids
keine
Digital
The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich.
Prüfung am Computer / computer examPrüfungsfragen und -antworten auf Deutsch und Englisch

Registration & Places

Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture 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 Unterrichtszeiten von ONLINE - Veranstaltungen werden von den Dozierenden kommuniziert.
  • Fri 08:00-10:00 (ON LI NE)
1.5 h weekly

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