Introductory Nutrition (9280.2)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-Campus |
UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Health |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Discipline Of Nutrition And Dietetics | Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Explain key functions, food sources and requirements of specified nutrients;
2. Examine and effectively employ methods to assess food and nutrient intake of individuals;
3. Select, appraise and explain nutrition evidence;
4. Propose strategies to improve the nutritional health of individuals; and
5. Explain factors that affect food availability and consumption.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
- None.
Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 | 08 February 2021 | On-Campus | Dr Michelle Minehan |
| 2021 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 02 August 2021 | On-Campus | Dr Michelle Minehan |
| 2022 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 | 07 February 2022 | On-Campus | Dr Michelle Minehan |
| 2022 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 01 August 2022 | On-Campus | Dr Michelle Minehan |
Required texts
There are no essential text books for Introductory Nutrition. The texts below are recommended if you would like to supplement your learning:
- Whitney et al. (eds), Understanding Nutrition, Australian & New Zealand Edition, 4th Edition, Cengage Learning Australia, Melbourne, 2019. (Library Call No. QP141.W46 2017b)
- Wahlqvist, M & Gallegos, D (eds), Food & Nutrition, Sustainable Food and Health Systems, 4th Edition, Allen & Unwin, Sydney, 2020. (Library Call No. TX353.F66 2011)
These books are available on short-term loan from the library. There is no need to purchase these books.
Submission of assessment items
Special assessment requirements
To pass the unit, students must:
- complete the Diet Assessment Assignment and Presentation
- attain at least 50 marks overall (total grade)
NB. online quizzes are not compulsory - however students need to ensure they have accumulated sufficient marks in total to pass the unit
Use of text matching software
Moderation of Assessment
This unit will be moderated as per Faculty of Health Moderation Guidelines. A copy is available via Canvas.
Repeat students
Repeat students are required to comply with the unit requirements to pass the unit. Marks from a previous attempt at Introductory Nutrition cannot be carried over to a subsequent attempt.
Participation requirements
All lectures will be provided as recordings only for this unit - there will be no face-to-face lectures delivered this semester.
Students can choose to attend face-to-face tutorials or complete learning tasks independently.
Students are responsible for keeping up to date with all lecture and tutorial content.
Students are expected to check the Canvas site regularly for updates and announcements. Students should also regularly check their student email.
Required IT skills
Students are expected to have basic computer literacy skills, access to a computer and the internet.Computers are available onsite http://www.canberra.edu.au/on-campus/facilities/student-commons-student-study-areas/campus-lab-usage
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
