NUTR 115 Syllabus

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Sp18 NUTR 115 Syllabus Online 16 Weeks.docx

Sarah Mathot, M.S., R.D.N.
Office:  Santa Ana College T-202
Phone:  (714)564-6844  
Email: Mathot_Sarah@sac.edu
Class: NUTR 115 Nutrition
In-Person Office Hours: Monday 10:30 AM-Noon, Wednesday 11:00 AM-12:30 PM & by appointment. 

Course Description: 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.

Textbook Information: 

• eBook with McGraw-Hill Connect Access: Wardlaws, Contemporary Nutrition Updated with 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 10^th Edition with Access to McGraw-Hill Connect, purchased directly through the McGraw-Hill link in Canvas for $75.00.
• Optional Hardcopy Textbook: In the bookstore you may purchase a hardcopy of the textbook bundled with the McGraw-Hill Connect Online Access Code for $97.50. Only purchase this if you prefer a printed book vs. the eBook that is only available online.
• Access to a computer and campus e-mail systems (WebAdvisor and Canvas).

Course Learning Objectives:
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.

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