Course Syllabus
Nutrition 115 Syllabus
Nutrition 115 - Section #49282
Santa Ana College
Spring 2018
Instructor: Taylor Rickrode, M.S., R.D.N.
E-mail: Rickrode_taylor@sac.edu
Thank you for enrolling in Nutrition 115, I’m looking forward to getting to know you and teaching you about my favorite subject. This document answers frequently asked questions and provides a schedule to guide you through the semester.
What is the best way to contact the instructor?
The best way to ask questions is during our class about assignments and course content is to use the “Ask the Professor” discussion board in Canvas or ask in person. I will check this board regularly and your classmates will be able to reply as well.
For questions regarding personal issues such as a grade on a specific assignment, please communicate with me via email at rickrode_taylor@sac.edu .
When should I expect a response to emails?
I will generally respond to emails within 24 hours between Monday 9am and Friday 4pm. Emails received over the weekend will be answered on Monday.
What will I learn in this class?
The function and sources of nutrients and their role in health and disease are assessed within the framework of anatomy, physiology, and chemistry. The course includes utilization of the scientific method to evaluate nutrition information and research and the application of current issues and controversies. Students will analyze their food intake.
What are the Student Learning Outcomes?
- Students will analyze their current intake and plan appropriate dietary changes to correct the identified nutritional deficiencies and excesses to comply with nutritional standards for general good health.
- Critically evaluate and demonstrate knowledge of nutritional science to identify reliable nutrition information.
“Santa Ana College inspires, transforms, and empowers a diverse community of learners.”
Am I ready for learning?
This course is geared for students who are self-directed, manage their time and have basic computer skills. It is mandatory to be able to use the Internet and type all assignments.
What book and other supplies do I need?
- Required Text: The textbook is "Wardlaw's Contemporary Nutrition, 10th ed. McGraw Hill, 2016. (The newest version is updated with the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans). ISBN is 978-1-30-883316-3. Cost is $100 (including tax) from the bookstore. DO NOT RENT OR BUY USED. IT WILL NOT INCLUDE THE ONLINE ACCESS CODE NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS.
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Alternatively, students can purchase the online-only version from McGraw Hill for $75 with the option at any point in the semester to get the textbook sent to them for an additional $25. It can be purchased from McGraw Hill directly from Canvas
- Access to a computer, printer and the campus e-mail systems (WebAdvisor and Canvas).
Where can I locate course documents, assignment instructions, quizzes, exams, and discussion boards?
Our course can be accessed at http://rsccd.instructure.com You may access our Canvas course site from home, the library or the student labs at SAC. When you are officially enrolled in the class and the class has been made available to students, you will have access to our class on the college Canvas site. You should login at least weekly.
How much time do I need to spend outside of class?
College credits are based on the Carnegie Unit, the structure of the US Education system, for a system of “units”. One semester unit represents one lecture hour of required classroom time and two hours of student preparation time. Thus, our three unit (16-week) course requires, 3 lecture hours and 6 hours of student preparation, or approximately 9 hours total, per week that you will need to spend on this course.
What are the dates related to my registration status for this course, including drop deadlines?
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Start Date |
5 February 2018 |
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Last Day to Add (add code required) Last Drop Date without 'W' Last Date to get Refund |
18 February 2018 19 February 2018 19 February 2018 |
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Last Drop Date with 'W' |
06 May 2018 |
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End Date |
03 June 2018 |
It is your responsibility to officially withdraw from the class if you determine that you can no longer participate. Failure to drop the class may result in a failing grade.
What is the quiz/exam policy? Do you allow make-ups?
Quizzes and exams will cover all material in the readings, assignments, supplementary materials, audiovisual aids, and discussion board topics. All quizzes/exams must be taken the week indicated on the schedule unless otherwise specified by the instructor. No make-up quizzes or exams will be allowed. Only under exceptional circumstances (i.e. documented emergency) may a student make up a missed quiz or exam, and then only if the instructor is notified in advance. Check the course schedule for due dates. If you need help, please ask!
What is the assignment policy?
Assignments will not be accepted late. Assignments are due on the day listed in our course schedule or as specified by the instructor. All written assignments must be typed and submitted to Bb unless otherwise directed. Do not procrastinate! Assignments are due on the due date listed in the course overview or as otherwise directed by the instructor.
What is the policy regarding cheating and plagiarism?
You should be familiar with the Academic Honesty Policy at Santa Ana College. There is absolutely NO tolerance for cheating in this class. Academic dishonesty or cheating is defined as an intentional act of fraud in which a student seeks to claim credit for the work or efforts of another without authorization. This includes assisting other students in acts of dishonesty or coercing students into acts of dishonesty, whether it is in coursework or on exams. There is absolutely NO tolerance for cheating in this class. Any student caught cheating or assisting another student in the act of cheating, will receive a zero score for the assignment or quiz.
Acts of cheating and/or plagiarism include but are not limited to the following:
- Working with another student on an assignment meant for individual completion, is considered an act of dishonesty. Files may not be shared.
- Working with another student or another person is considered an act of dishonesty on a quiz or on a project. Your work needs to be your own.
- If you have any questions regarding this policy or application of this policy, please let me know.
What if I need special accommodations?
Santa Ana College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities upon the request of the student (in a timely fashion) and verification of the disability. If you need assistance in this area, please let me know or visit Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS). To make arrangements for academic accommodations, contact the Disabled Student Office.
OFFICE: The Village, VL-204
VOICE: (714) 564-6295
FAX: (714) 285-9619
VIDEO PHONE: (657) 235-2999
E-MAIL: DSPS@sac.edu
How do I earn points in this class?
A summary for the methods of assessment are listed below:
- Exams (100 points possible): 5 exams worth 25 points each will be qiven, the lowest score will be dropped.
- Attendance/Class Activity Participation (100 points): Attendance is mandatory in class. If you have an occasion in which you must be absent, notify me before class via email. Students must be present for the full class period to prevent being marked absent.
- LearnSmart Reading Assignments (150 points possible): Each chapter has highlighted text which must be read through (online) and then practice questions will be given based on the reading. Completion of these questions will help prepare you for the exams and will count for 10 points in each chapter.
- Assignments (50 points possible): There are 2 out of class assignments to complete for the semester. The detailed instructions will be posted in Canvas and discussed in class.
- 3-Day Dietary Analysis Assignment (100 points possible): This assignment is broken into 4 parts and will be completed using the NutritionCalc program through the McGraw-Hill link on Canvas.
- Final Exam (100 points possible): You will complete a final exam assessing your understanding of the objectives covered in all the chapters. What percentage of my points comes from each assessment?
5 Exams (lowest one dropped) 100 points (17%)
Attendance/Class Activity Participation 100 points (17%)
LearnSmart Reading (15 @ 10 points each) 150 points (25%)
Assignments (2 @ 25 points each) 50 points (08%)
3-Day Diet Analysis Assignment (4 parts @ 25 points each) 100 points (17%)
Extra Credit (to be discussed)
Final Exam 100 points (16%)
Total Points Possible: 600 points
How many points do I need to earn a passing grade?
Each student’s final grade will be determined according to the total number of points earned during the semester.
Total Points Percentage Grade
540-600 points 90-100% A
480-539 points 80-89.9% B
420-479 points 70-79.9% C
360-419 points 60-69.9% D
<360 points 59.9% or below F
What is the tentative plan for the semester?
Below you will see a table displaying what is due each week of class along with the specific due date and assigned readings. The Chapter Modules are posted in Bb and contain other learning resources for you to reference.
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Week |
Class Dates |
Chapter Module |
What are the chapter topics? |
What is due this week? |
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1 |
2/09 |
13 |
Class Orientation Chapter 13 Safety of Our Food Supply |
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2 |
2/16 |
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NO CLASS |
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3 |
2/23 |
1/2 |
Chapter 1 Food Choices and Health Chapter 2 Guidelines for Designing a Healthy Diet |
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4 |
3/02 |
3 |
Chapter 3 The Human Body: A Nutrition Perspective |
Chapter 1 & 2 LearnSmart Exam #1 (Chapters 13, 1, 2)
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5 |
3/09 |
4 |
Chapter 4 Carbohydrates |
Chapter 3 LearnSmart
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6 |
3/16 |
5 |
Chapter 5 Lipids |
Chapter 4 LearnSmart Exam #2 (Chapters 3-4)
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7 |
3/23 |
6 |
Chapter 6 Proteins |
Chapter 5 LearnSmart Part 1 Diet Analysis DUE |
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8 |
3/30 |
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NO CLASS - Cesar Chavez Day |
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4/06 |
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Spring Break – No class |
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9 |
4/13 |
7
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Chapter 7 Energy Balance and Weight Control |
Chapter 6 LearnSmart
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10 |
4/20 |
8
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Chapter 8 Vitamins
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Exam #3 (Chapters 5-7) Chapter 7 LearnSmart Part 2 Diet Analysis DUE |
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11 |
4/27 |
9 |
Chapter 9 Water & Minerals |
Chapter 8 LearnSmart |
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12 |
5/4 |
10 |
Chapter 10 Nutrition: Fitness and Sports |
Part 3 Diet Analysis DUE Chapter 9 LearnSmart |
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13 |
5/11 |
11 12 |
Chapter 11 Eating Disorders Chapter 12 Undernutrition Throughout the World |
Exam #4 (Chapters 8-10) Chapter 10 LearnSmart |
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14 |
5/18 |
14 |
Chapter 14 Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding |
Chapter 11 & 12 LearnSmart Part 4 Diet Analysis DUE |
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15 |
5/25 |
15 16 |
Chapter 15 Nutrition from Infancy through Adolescence Chapter 16 Nutrition During Adulthood |
Chapter 14 LearnSmart Exam #5 (Chapters 11, 12, 14))
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16 |
6/1 |
Final |
Final |
Chapter 15 & 16 LearnSmart Cumulative Final |
*Module Schedule is subject to change
Course Summary:
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