This course introduces students to the basic concepts of nutrition and gives them tools for healthy eating. Topics covered include carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, life cycle needs, and diets for athletes.
Individual dietary habits will be closely examined through a self-evaluation of personal diet studies. This course provides important basic knowledge in making personal dietary decisions. This course also emphasizes food safety and explores the reasons for hunger at home and abroad. Additional Module topics: Tools for healthy eating, the basics of digestion, weight management.
Learning Outcomes
Maximum Enrollment: 30 students
Required Materials (Course Pack)
The Required Materials (or Course Pack) cost—including standard shipping within the United States—is $138. This includes:
- Online Materials and Library Resources (OMLR) - $115
Required Publisher Textbooks & Media:
Get the most up to date information about required textbooks for this class, including ISBN, edition, and price, by visiting our Required Textbooks page.
Total Course Price: $975 (3 credits x $325 per credit) + $138 Course Pack + $205.72 Textbooks = $1318.72
Does not include Registration Fee, which is $200 per program or $30 per credit if enrolling in single courses.
* You may always elect to buy or rent your textbooks/ebooks new or used. However, when choosing to purchase college textbooks and supplementary materials outside the College store, please use caution to ensure you purchase the correct version of required materials.
Optional Recommended Reading
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Last updated 3/14/19
