Study of nutritional needs and nutritional therapy across the lifespan defining the nurses role in nutrition, wellness, and health promotion. Prerequisites: BIOL 114, CHEM 106 or 121, C or higher in ENG 104 or 105 or 195. WCII

An experimental approach to food preparation, with an emphasis on changes in the structure, appearance and flavor of food components in response to exposure to heat, cold, changes in pH, and exposure to oxygen.

Role of nutrition in physical performance. Interrelated effects of diet and exercise on physical performance and health. Specific dietary regimens applicable to athletes/personal fitness programs, ranging from the training diet to fluid, electrolyte, and glycogen replacement. Related resources for health education and coaching particularly in the areas of eating disorders and adolescent nutrition.

Apply fundamental nutrition concepts to understand how diet and exercise intersect with health and performance. For the athlete to maximize performance and for the general consumer interested in overall fitness, health and wellbeing. OC

Introduction to food preparation skills, including food safety, knife skills, measuring techniques, and cooking methods for fruits and vegetables, grains, dairy products, meat, fish, and poultry. Restricted to freshmen and sophomores in the Community Medical Dietetics program; others require permission from the course instructor.

Two hours lecture/two hours lab per week. Study of the health benefits and definitions of various vegetarian diets. Key areas covered include complementing proteins and obtaining adequate intake of calories, protein, vitamins and minerals while following various vegetarian diets. Includes weekly cooking lab to reinforce principles learned in class and to experiment with vegetarian foods from different cultures.

Introduction to the nutrition and dietetic profession. Examines the meaning of professionalism and strategies for success in the profession. Discusses pathways to becoming a dietitian and diverse jobs for which dietitians are qualified. Reviews the scientific evidence analysis as the foundation of practice.

Independent reading and/or research under the guidance of a faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. Prerequisites as determined by instructor. May be repeated for credit.

Courses on topics of interest to nursing students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by the instructor. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. May be repeated for credit. For specific section description, click to the Section Details in VitNet.

Transition to practice competencies are analyzed to facilitate the transition from graduate nurse to registered nurse after completing the NCLEX examination. Strategies to maintain a successful nursing career, engage in life-long learning, and build resilience are addressed. Prerequisite: 326, 328, 336, 337, 360, 463. Register in final semester of program.