Fall 2021 Course Syllabus Course: BIOL-1322- Section: 71 Nutrition and Diet Therapy

Instructor Information
Instructor	Dr. Nancy Longlet
E-mail	longletn@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6324
Office	Location: Educational I - Room: 108 Hours: Mon 7:00-10:00a, Tues 7a-10:00am & 12:30p-1:30p, Tues , Wed 7-10:00a. Email with questions anytime
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	This course introduces general nutritional concepts in health ad disease and includes practical applications of that knowledge. Special emphasis is given to nutrients and nutritional processes including functions, food sources, digestion, absorption, and metabolism. Food safety, availability, and nutritional information including food labels, advertising, and nationally established guidelines are addressed.
Prerequisites	Basic skills competency in reading and math required.
Learning Outcomes	1. Apply nutritional knowledge to analyze personal dietary intakes, to plan nutritious meals using nationally established criteria to meet recommended goals, and to evaluate food labels and the validity of nutritional claims. 2. Trace the pathways and processes that occur in the body to handle nutrients and alcohol through consumption, digestion, absorption, transport, metabolism, storage and waste excretion. 3. Discuss functions, sources, deficiencies, and toxicities of macro-and micronutrients, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, water, vitamins, and minerals. 4. Apply the concept of energy balance and its influences at the physical, emotional, societal, and cellular level to evaluate advantages and disadvantages of various methods used to correct energy imbalances. 5. Utilize concepts of aerobic and anaerobic energy systems, and knowledge about macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, ergogenics, and supplements and relate them to fitness and health. 6.Describe health and disease issues related to nutrition throughout the life cycle, including food safety, corrective dietary modifications, and the influence of specific nutrients on diseases.
Core Objectives	PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills ? Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. Creatively identifies problem, argument, or issue (to determine extent of information needed); differentiates the facts from opinions as relates to situation; constructs possible solutions or prediction or consequences; uses logical, sound reasoning to justify conclusion. PSLO 2: Communication Skills ? Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication. Expresses a strong thesis; organizes information with effective transitions & sequencing of ideas; uses substantial, logical & specific development of ideas; details are relevant, original, credible and correctly documented when appropriate to show an effective development and interpretation of ideas; and presents ideas in appropriate mode of expression for the task. PSLO3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills ? Applies the manipulation and/or analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions. Identifies mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task; uses mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task; analyzes how to use the principles; and applies problem-solving skills in mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task with correct informed conclusions. PSLO 4: Teamwork Skills- Shows the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal. Helps the team move forward by discussing merits of alternative ideas; Treats team members respectfully; uses positive facial, vocal or written tone, or language to convey a positive attitude; Motivates teammates by expressing confidence about the importance of the task; Provides assistance/encouragement to team members; Completes all assigned tasks by deadline; Addresses conflict constructively; or helps the group avoid conflict completely.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. There are 2 required items for this course: 1)The required textbook is “Nutrition & Diet Therapy”, by DeBruyne, Pinna, & Whitney 10th ed. Published by Cengage. The ISBN for the textbook is 978-0357-03986-1. 2)The required access code is Pearson's "Mastering Nutrition" to accompany the book Nutrition & You, 5th ed by Blake. (Note, this is NOT the Cengage access code for the DeBruyne book.)
Lecture Topics Outline	Dates            Topic(s) 8/23-8/27     Orientation, Chapter 1 Overview of Nutrition and Health 8/30-9/3     Chapter 2 Digestion & Absorption, Chapter 3 Carbohydrates 9/6-9/10     Chapter 4 Lipids 9/13-9/17 Chapter 5 Proteins 9/18-9/21 (Sat – Tues) Exam 1 available    Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5     9/21     MAP homework assignments due 9/20-9/24     Chapter 6 metabolism, Energy Balance, Body composition, Eating Disorders 9/27-10/1 Chapter 7 Weight management, Overweight, Underweight 10/4-10/8     Chapter 8 The Vitamins, Chapter 9 Water and the minerals 10/9-10/12 (Sat - Tues) Exam 2 available     Chapters 6, 7, 8, 9     10/12 MAP homework assignments due 10/11-10/15    Chapter 11 Nutrition through the lifespan, Pregnancy & lactation 10/18-10/22    Chapter 12 Nutrition through the lifespan: Infancy, Childhood, Adolescence 10/25-10/29    Chapter 13 Nutrition through the lifespan: Later Adulthood, Chapter 14: Illness & Nutrition Care 10/30-11/2 (Sat – Tues) Exam 3 available      Chapters 11, 12, 13, 14     11/2     MAP homework assignments due 11/1-11/5     Chapter 15: Medications, Diet-Drug Interactions, Herbal supplements 11/8-11/12 Chapter 16: Specialized nutrition support: Enteral & Parental nutrition 11/15-11/19 Chapter 17: Foods & Food Consistency for Upper GI disorders          Chapter 18: Fiber-Modified diets for lower GI tract disorders 11/22-11/26 Chapter 21: Carbohydrate-controlled diets for Diabetes Mellitus 11/29-12/3 Chapter 21 cont’d     12/4-12/7 (Sat – Tues) FINAL EXAM available Chapters 15, 16, 17, 18, 21     12/7    MAP homework assignments due Availability of exams begins at 12:05am on the first day of the range and ends at 11:59pm on the last day of the range. All MAP assignments are due at 11:59pm on the date shown.
Major Assignments Schedule	Exam     Availability Begins         Availability Ends 1        Sat., 9/18 @ 12:05am        Tue., 9/21 @ 11:59pm 2        Sat., 10/9 @ 1205am        Tue., 10/12 @ 11:59pm 3        Sat., 10/30 @ 12:05am     Tue., 11/2 @ 11:59pm 4/Final    Sat., 12/4 @ 12:05am     Tue., 12/7 @ 11:59pm
Final Exam Date	December 4, 2021 - 12:5 AM   Through  December 7, 2021 - 11:59 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Your grade for this class will be the average of your 4 exam grades (20% each), your average of the online Mastering Nutrition homework and any other assignments posted during the semester (20%). Any assignment or exam not completed will receive a grade of "0". No makeup exams are given and there are NO “re-takes”/"re-dos" on any exam or assignment. Exams and/or assignments not taken/completed will receive a grade of "0". No grades are dropped when calculating averages. Extra Credit = (RLB quiz/20) + (OO & Course Policies quiz/20) + (DB1/4) + (DB2/4) + Dietary Group Project Course Average = (Ex1 + Ex2 + Ex3 + Ex4 + Homework & assignment average + Extra Credit) / 5 Your Online homework assignments are located on the Mastering Nutrition site and are accessed using the Mastering Nutrition link on the course website.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Please read the Online Orientation & Course Policies document posted on the course website for a full list of course policies. Respondus Lockdown Browser (RLB) MUST be installed on any computer used to take an exam for this course. Please see the RLB installation and use guide sheet posted on the course website. Most versions of chromebook are NOT compatible with RLB. If you cannot install RLB on your computer for ANY reason, you will have to make arrangements to take the exam elsewhere. Exams/quizzes may be taken at a computer lab at LSCPA. Having a computer available and taking exams by their due date is the sole responsibility of the student. It is imperative that you check your email EVERY DAY. This is an online class and email is the only method I have to contact you. If you wish to email me about a grade, you must email me from the "send email" link within the course website. Students involved in the use of plagiarism including the use of "spin-bots" will be penalized as outlined in the individual assignments and/or at the instructor's discretion. Students suspected of engaging in academic dishonesty during online exams may be required to come to campus to complete an exam in a proctored environment.
Attendance Policy	This is an online class and it is the responsibility of each student to have a RELIABLE computer AND Internet access for the duration of the course. Computer labs at LSCPA are available for use. Please note that some course material may not be accessible using a cell phone and/or tablet device. In this online class there are no scheduled class "meeting times" and it is your responsibility to manage your schedule to complete course requirements by their due dates. All lectures have been recorded and the links to these videos are posted on the course website and in the notes posted for each chapter. You may email me at any time with questions. If you wish to have a virtual office visit, please email me a specific day/time and I will email you a zoom link.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
MyLSCPA	Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLSCPA.
Other	The schedules for assignments and exams are posted on the course website and it is the responsibility of the student to be aware of the schedule. Special reminders will not be sent out. It is essential that you check your LSCPA email everyday.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department	General Education and Developmental Studies Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.