FN-124 Principles of Food (3 credit hours)

The scientific principles of food selection and preparation. Two lectures and four hours of laboratory each week. Lab fee requirement. Corequisite: FN-126.

FN-126 Principles of Food Laboratory (1 credit hour)

A introductory laboratory designed for students with interest in pursuing a major in foods and nutrition or family and consumer sciences. Laboratory exercises designed to illustrate the principles of foods considered in FN-124. Topics include protein denaturation/coagulation, chemical and biological leavening, and supersaturated sugars. Meets three hours per week. Corequisite: FN-124.

FN-227 Introductory Nutrition (3 credit hours)

Basic principles of human nutrition with emphasis on nutrients, factors which affect their utilization in the human body, and the significance of application in diets for individuals and groups.

  

FN 670 – Practicum in Nutrition (3 credit hours)

A supervised field experience with an organization, agency, business or other entity in the field of foods and nutrition or an applied project. Students will meet with a faculty supervisor to design a suitable field experience and establish measurable objectives and learning outcomes to be achieved at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisites: FN 610, FN 611 or FN 612, FN 620, FN 621, FCS 645, and permission of graduate advisor.

FN 675 – Topics in Foods, Nutrition, and Dietetics (3 credit hours)

Advanced study of a variety of current, new, and/or controversial topics in the field of foods, nutrition, and dietetics. Prerequisite: permission of graduate advisor.

FN 675- Paleolithic Nutrition (3 credit hours)

Explore the origins of the human diet through archeological and anthropological evidence of early man.

This course will examine the research on Paleolithic nutrition as well as the popular “Paleo” diet, and its ramifications on human nutrition and health.  Direct experiences with wild foods and several field trips are required.

 

FN 680 –Thesis in Nutrition (6 credit hours)

Research in nutrition and dietetics directed by a graduate committee. Prerequisites: FN 610, FCS 645, and permission of graduate advisor.

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HED-100 Contemporary Health Issues (2 credit hours)

A course designed to provide students with knowledge of personal and community health. Special emphasis on developing positive health attitudes and practices.

HED-200 Responding to Emergencies (2 credit hours)

A course designed to prepare students with knowledge and skills to administer immediate care to victims of injuries and sudden illness. Students who successfully complete the course will receive American Red Cross Certification. Course fee assessed.

HED-332 Human Sexuality (3 credit hours)
The research literature on sexual interests, behaviors and relationships is reviewed through the study of the changing practices and perceptions of sexuality in America. Topics include the cultural construction of sex, the process of learning to be sexual, sexual deviance, the influence of marriage, and the interplay between sex and power in our society. Recognition of both risks and rewards associated with sexuality provides the context for studying controversial policies in society. Also offered as SOC-332.

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PED-127 Conditioning (1 credit hour)

A course designed to provide students with opportunities to gain knowledge and skills necessary for safe and effective strength training and cardiovascular conditioning. Students will have access to strength machines and free weights, as well as cardiovascular equipment such as stationary bikes, climbers, treadmills and elliptical trainers.

PED-128 Walk, Jog, Run for Health & Fitness (1 credit hour)

A course designed to provide students with a functional understanding of the health-related fitness components and their effect on daily living and long-term health. Discussion of health risks, nutritional

factors and principles of exercise are included. Emphasis is on walking, jogging and running activities as a means of improving health related fitness, also stresses setting long-term goals to change or maintain wellness.

PED-129 Pilates (1 credit hour)

A course designed to strengthen core musculature and increase flexibility. Specific attention is given to safe and effective balance, breathing, and posture.

PED-140 Archery (1 credit hour)

Instruction in target shooting with bow and arrows, safety precautions, equipment use, scoring, and terminology. Recommended for all skill levels.

PED-143 Beginning Golf (1 credit hours)

A course designed for beginners which includes instruction in basic golf skills [grip, stance, full-swing with irons, chipping, approach shots, and putting], etiquette, safety precautions, rules, scoring, and

terminology. Activity fee assessed.

PED-148 Yoga (1 credit hour)

This course provides a foundation for beginners. Students learn warm-up and breathing exercises, as well as basic Yoga asanas. Particular attention is given to exploring the internal support for external alignment and posture.

 

Term	Section Name	Title	Faculty	Cred.	Bldg.	Rm.	Days	Start Time	End Time
Full Summer	FN-670-A	Practicum in Nutrition	McMillen	3	SELF SCHED
Full Summer	FN-680-A	Thesis	Landis	1-6	SELF SCHED
Full Summer	FN-680-B	Thesis	Fisher	1-6	SELF SCHED
Full Summer	FN-675-A	Paleolithic Nutrition & Dietet	Landis	3	MAR	125	MTWH	9:00 AM	10:50 AM
First Six Week	FN-124-A	Principles of Food (Hybrid course)	Chen	3	MAR	229	Course meets on-campus 5/7/12 & 5/8/12	8:30 AM	11:30 AM
First Six Week	FN-126-A	Principles of Food Lab (Hybrid course)	Chen	1
First Six Week	FN-675-A	Topics in Food, Nut & Dietetics	Landis	3	MAR
First Three Week	HED-200-A	Responding to Emergencies	Malley	2	WSP	13	MTWHF	1:00 PM	2:50 PM
First Three Week	PED-129-A	Pilates	Drury-Rohner	1	WSP	001	MTWHF	1:00 PM	2:20 PM
First Three Week	PED-140-A	Archery	Wray	1	WSPA	114	MTWHF	11:30 AM	12:50 PM
First Three Week	PED-143-A	Beginning Golf	Malley	1	WSP	001	MTWHF	11:30 AM	12:50 PM
Second Three Week	HED-100-A	Contemp Health Issues	Wray	2	WSPA	114	MTWHF	1:00 PM	2:50 PM
Second Three Week	PED-127-A	Conditioning	Wray	1	WSP	30	MTWHF	11:30 AM	12:50 PM
Second Three Week	PED-128-A	Walk, Jog, Run	Little	1	WSP	001	MTWHF	1:00 PM	2:50 PM
Second Three Week	PED-148-A	Yoga	Colwell-Waber	1	WSP	13	MTWHF	11:30 AM	12:50 PM
Third Three Week	FN-227-A	Introductory Nutrition	Landis	3	MAR	125	MTWHF	8:30 AM	11:20 AM
Third Three Week	HED-332-A	Human Sexuality	Brown	3	JOY	207	MTWHF	8:30 AM	11:20 AM

 

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