American River College

Second Eight Week Online- Spring

 

 

Spring Nutrition 300 Online Course Syllabus (8W2)

 

 

Instructor Information:

 

Instructor:   Anthony Giusti                                             

Spring Semester 2010

Office:        Health and Education South- Office#761

Phone:  (916) 484-8092

Office Hours:  MTuWTh: 1:00 -2:30 pm

E-mail: giustia@arc.losrios.edu

 

 

Required Online Content Access, Software, and for this Course Books:

 

 

1.     NutriCalc - Diet Analysis Software (Online Instant Access)

 

*NOTE: This required software is also at the Learning Resource Center, on-campus.

 

 

 

2.     Perspectives in Nutrition – Required Textbook By Byrd-Bredbenner, Berning, Beshgetoor, Moe;

                                              McGraw-Hill Publishing, 8th Edition, 2009.

 

3.     Annual Editions: Nutrition 09/10 - Required Book for Writing Assignments

                          Dushkin/ McGraw-Hill Publishing Group, Inc., 2009.

*NOTE:  Both books are on reserve for In-Library use at the ARC Library.         

 

 

Ø       All Books, Software, and Online Content Access can be purchased from the ARC Bookstore.

·        ISBN 9780073515502Annual Editions: Nutrition 09/10

 

·        ISBN 9780077395353

Bundle Contains: Perspective in Nutrition (traditional hardcover book) and

NutriCalc Online Access Card

 

                                                           

 

           

Technology Requirements:

 

1.      Fast-Speed Computer With At Least a 28.8k Modem

2.      Internet Access

3.      Web Browser With Graphics Capability

4.      Word Processing Software (MS Word Preferred)

5.      E-Mail Capability 

 

 

 

 

 Course Objectives:

 

1.     Categorize the known nutrients, their functions and food sources, and apply this knowledge to individual needs.

2.     Explain the body's use and distribution of the nutrients as they pass through the digestive pathways.

3.     Identify the basic interactions and relationships that exist between nutrients.

4.     Distinguish between the various requirements and recommendations of nutrients for individuals during various stages of the life cycle.

5.     Measure energy intake and estimate personal energy needs.

6.     Analyze food intake in terms of nutrient and energy content and identify areas for improvement in individual diets.

7.     Formulate a working knowledge of nutrition so as to distinguish between valid nutrition sources and misinformation.

 

 

 

 

 Grading Policy:

 

           

Grades are derived as a percentage of the total possible points.

            A:  100 - 90%

            B:    89 – 80%

            C:    79 – 70%

            D:    69 – 60%

            F:    59% and below

 

 

 

Course Assignments and Grading:

 

 

         Coursework:                                                                                  Point Value

 

1.      Diet Project and related assignments                                                         250

2.      Seven Annual Editions writing assignments – 25 pts. Each                      175

3.      Eight Online Activities- 20 pts. Each                                                          160

4.      12 Quizzes- 15 pts. Each                                                                              180

5.      Online Orientation                                                                                           35

6.      Midterm Exam                                                                                               100

7.      Final Exam                                                                                                      100

 

         Total                                                                                                               1000

 

 

 

 

Course Policies and Procedures:

 

1.          Each assignment has a specified date and time by which the assignment is due.  Assignments are submitted via the associated D2L site for this course.  Under certain circumstances, assignments may be submitted via e-mail or in person to Health and Education South, or postmarked (Diet Project Folder only) by the specified due date and time.

Late assignments will not be accepted.

2.          Quizzes will be given on a regular basis, and students will be notified in advance of the quiz dates.

3.          Students are responsible for completing exams and quizzes at the specified times. 

Late exams and quizzes will not be permitted.

4.          There will be a Make-Up Assignment that can replace one missed quiz, exam, or assignment.  With completion of this assignment, you may earn partial credit.

5.          Online activities, discussions, and assignments will be given on a regular basis.

6.          Students can be dropped from the course for failure to complete assignments, exams, or quizzes.

7.          All timelines, schedules, and due dates are subject to change and will be announced as necessary.  

 

 

 

Course Outline and Schedule

 

Dates

 

Week #

 

Topic/Assignment

 

Reading Assignment

March 8-15

 

Orient-ation

 

 

Online Orientation                                         

 

Syllabus

Orientation Materials

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 15-21

 

#1

 

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

2 Quizzes

Online Activity

Annual Editions #5, #39, or #45              

Writing assignment due   

 

 

Ch. 1

Ch. 2

Annual Editions #5, #39, or #45              

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 22-28

 

#2

 

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Diet Analysis Folder Assigned

2 Quizzes

Online Activity

Annual Editions #43, #44,  or #46

Writing assignment due

 

 

Ch. 3

Ch. 4

Annual Editions #43, #44,  or #46

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 29-

April 4

 

 

SB

 

Spring Break- Classes not in session

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 5 - 11

 

#3

 

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Diet Analysis Folder Due

Quizzes

Online Activity

Annual Editions #11, #18, or #22

Writing assignment due

 

 

Ch. 5

Ch. 6

Annual Editions #11, #18, or #22

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 12 - 18

 

#4

 

Proteins

Online Activity

Annual Editions #15, #20,  or  #29

Writing assignment due

 

Midterm Exam (Ch. 1-7) available 4/15 – 4/17

 

 

Ch. 7

Annual Editions #15, #20,  or  #29

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 19 - 25

 

#5

 

Energy Balance, Weight Control, and Eating Disorders

Nutrition, Exercise, and Sports

Diet Analysis: CHO/Lipids

2 Quizzes

Online Activity

Annual Editions #23, #26,  or  #27

Writing assignment due

 

 

Ch. 10 

Ch. 11

Annual Editions #23, #26,  or  #27

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 26-

May 2

 

#6

 

Fat Soluble Vitamins

Water Soluble Vitamins

2 Quizzes

Online Activity

Annual Editions #9, #12,  or #13

Writing assignment due

 

 

Ch. 12

Ch. 13

Annual Editions #9, #12,  or #13

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

May 3 - 9

 

#7

 

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Diet Analysis: Protein/Vitamins/Minerals

2 Quizzes

Online Activity

Annual Editions #36, #37, or #38

Writing assignment due

 

 

Ch. 14

Ch. 15

Annual Editions #36, #37, or #38

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

May 10 – 16

 

 

#8

 

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Online Activity

 

Final Exam (Ch. 10-16) Available 5/13 – 5/15

 

 

Ch. 16

 

 

 

 
 


Anthony Giusti             
Professor of Nutrition
ARC Academic Senate Secretary

Instructor's contact information:
Email: giustia@arc.losrios.edu
Phone: 916-484-8092
 
Fall/Spring
Office Hours:

MTuWTh:  

1:00 - 2:30 PM
Office Location:
Health and Education South-
Office 761

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