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Grossmont College

NUTR155 - Introduction to Human Nutrition

Course Description

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of nutrition science, integrating concepts and research from biology, biochemistry, microbiology, physiology, and psychology to explain the interaction between nutrients and the human body. Current nutrition guidance models and approaches to medical nutrition are analyzed with an emphasis on evidence base findings. A discussion of food selection, the nutritional components of food, metabolism and risks associated with excesses or deficiencies throughout the lifecycle are also discussed. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-4,7A, CSU-E)

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Tuition & Fees

Tuition and mandatory fees only. Financial aid may apply. Please contact your local Financial Aid Office for details.

Location

Online

Units

3.0 semester units

Course Sections

Spring 2026 - Semester

Apr 6 to Jun 1
section: NUTR-155-6484
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Christine E. Zoumas-Morse
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (about 15 hours ago)
Section notes:
Section 6484 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]
Already Started

Summer 2026 - Semester

Jun 8 to Jul 30
section: NUTR-155-7425
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Christine E. Zoumas-Morse
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (about 16 hours ago)
Section notes:
Section 7425 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]
Registration Opens 05/28/26

Fall 2026 - Semester

Aug 24 to Dec 21
section: NUTR-155-6293
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Christine E. Zoumas-Morse
Live Seat Count: 32 available seats - (about 16 hours ago)
Section notes:
Section 6293 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]
Registration Opens 05/28/26
Oct 19 to Dec 21
section: NUTR-155-6291
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Christine E. Zoumas-Morse
Live Seat Count: 13 available seats - (about 16 hours ago)
Section notes:
Section 6291 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]
Registration Opens 05/28/26

Fall 2025 - Semester

Aug 18 to Dec 13
section: NUTR-155-6293
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Christine E. Zoumas-Morse
Live Seat Count: 4 available seats - (4 months ago)
Section notes:
Section 6293 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]The non-mandatory course fee of $93.43 provides digital access to this class's required textbook and software at a discounted price. Students will not need to purchase additional course materials unless they opt out of this optional fee.
Already Started
Oct 13 to Dec 13
section: NUTR-155-6291
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Christine E. Zoumas-Morse
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (4 months ago)
Section notes:
Section 6291 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]The non-mandatory course fee of $93.43 provides digital access to this class's required textbook and software at a discounted price. Students will not need to purchase additional course materials unless they opt out of this optional fee.
Already Started
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