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NFS NUTRITIONAL SCIENCESOn this page: Introduction | Faculty Members | Programs | Courses See also: Course Winter Timetable | Secondary School Information | More on Department IntroductionNutritional Sciences represents an exciting and challenging area of study of a truly interdisciplinary nature. Understanding of the impact of nutrition on health and its role in disease is based upon a knowledge of the metabolic processes involved (nutrient requirements and utilization, food additive metabolism and safety), of the chemistry of foods (food preservation, food production) and of social and behavioural factors (determinants of food selection). Thus, in this program, the physical, biological and social sciences are integrated in consideration of the national and international goals of achieving an appropriate supply and utilization of food. Most career opportunities in Nutritional Sciences require training beyond the undergraduate level. The Specialist Program provides excellent preparation for entry into a professional faculty such as Medicine or Dentistry, or for postgraduate studies in nutrition research or community nutrition. Please note that this Department does not offer an undergraduate dietetics program. Students interested in applying for a dietetic internship after graduation should contact the Canadian Dietetic Association for information. Undergraduate Secretary: Professor A.V. Rao, FitzGerald Building (978-3621) Enquiries: FitzGerald Building, 150 College Street, Room 316 (978-2747)
NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES PROGRAMSNUTRITIONAL SCIENCES (Hon.B.Sc.) Enrolment in this Program is limited and admission is based on a GPA of 2.7 in the preceding year and on marks obtained in the four required First Year courses.
Specialist program: S10681 (12.5 full courses or their equivalent, including at least one 400-series course)
NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES COURSES(see Section 4 for Key to Course Descriptions)For Distribution Requirement purposes, all NFS courses are classified as SCIENCE courses.
NFS299Y Credit course for supervised participation in faculty research project. See Research Opportunity Program for details.
NFS384H Food sources, digestion, absorption and transport of nutrients; biochemical and physiological functions of nutrients in the body; relationship between diet and health; consumer concerns about food (contaminants, food additives, etc.); nutrition and the environment.
NFS386H Structure, composition and chemical and biochemical reactions in foods during postharvest/postmortem, processing, storage and utilization. Effects of reactions on organoleptic properties, nutritional value and toxicity.
NFS484H Physiological and biochemical features of nutrient needs. The roles of nutrients in the development and adaptability of the whole body, organs and cells. Interpretation of current research data.
NFS486H Possible etiological role of diet in pregnancy and early development and in human diseases including cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Current issues relating to their prevention or treatment with diet, illustrated with reference to general pathophysiological and biochemical principles and current literature.
NFS487H A discussion of recent advances in the science of foods, food components and food systems.
NFS488H Occurrence, mechanism of action, safety and health implications of chemicals naturally present in or added to foods. Interactions of nutrients and toxicants and the effects on their metabolism and utilization. Food safety evaluation and regulatory control.
NFS490H The impact of cultural, social, economic and environmental factors on food availability and selection. Comparative research approaches of different disciplines. Socially and culturally sensitive nutrition interventions.
NFS494Y Research experience under the supervision of a Departmental staff member. The course entails designing and carrying out a small research project and the preparation and presentation of both a research proposal and a final report. Note that the research project NFS 494Y requires the prior consent of a staff member who will supervise the project and departmental approval before enrolment. The student is responsible for locating a supervisor and must consult with the course instructor before the beginning of the term.
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