Courses
NUFS 9
Introduction to Human Nutrition
Principles and methodology of nutritional science; standards of nutrient intake; physiological
functions and chemical classification of nutrients; nutrient needs throughout the
lifespan; relationship between diet and disease; scientific, social, and psychological
issues. GE Area: E Notes: Not open to majors.
Units: 3
NUFS 123
Nutrition for Sport
Planning optimum diets for performance and health; metabolism and energy systems;
roles of nutrients in physical performance; efficacy of ergogenic nutrition aids.
Prerequisite: NUFS 008 or NUFS 009.
Units: 3
- Offered only in Fall
NUFS 124
Disordered Eating and Nutrition Therapy
Metabolic, physiological, and psychological determinants and effects of disordered
dietary behaviors. Disorders in regulation of food intake, case studies, and different
intervention approaches explored. Screening and treatment of disordered eating in
athletes emphasized. Opportunities provided to develop counseling strategies. Prerequisite:
NUFS 008 or NUFS 009.
Units: 3
- Offered only in Spring
NUFS/KIN 163
Physical Fitness and Nutrition
Use of scientific principles, scientific investigation, and current technological
advances to assess the relationship between diet, physical fitness, and disease. Examine
scientific literature to evaluate the effects of nutritional intervention on exercise
performance. GE Area: R Prerequisite: Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or
ENGL/LLD 100A with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education
and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion
of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended. Notes: Not for Nutrition
majors or minors.
Units: 3
NUFS 106A
Human Nutrition in the Life Span
Integrates chemical, biological and social sciences into a comprehensive concept of
human nutrition. Emphasis on assessing nutrient status; planning and intervention
throughout the life cycle. Prerequisite: NuFS 008 (with a grade of 'C' or better)
or passing grade on a challenge exam. Corequisite: HPRF 100W, NuFS 31.
Units: 3