Spring 2022 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 8a-12noon, Tues 9:15a-12:15p, Wed 11a-2p. Email a specific day/time for a zoom meeting and I will send you a zoom link. 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) 1/18-1/21     Orientation, Chapter 1 Overview of Nutrition and Health 1/24-1/28     Chapter 2 Digestion & Absorption, Chapter 3 Carbohydrates 1/31-2/4     Chapter 4 Lipids 2/7-2/11      Chapter 5 Proteins 2/12-2/15 (Sat – Tues) Exam 1 available    Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 2/15        MN assignments due 2/14-2/18     Chapter 6 metabolism, Energy Balance, Body composition, Eating Disorders 2/21-2/25     Chapter 7 Weight management, Overweight, Underweight 2/28-3/4     Chapter 8 The Vitamins, Chapter 9 Water and the minerals 3/5-3/8 (Sat - Tues) Exam 2 available     Chapters 6, 7, 8, 9 3/8      MN assignments due 3/7-3/11     Chapter 11 Nutrition through the lifespan, Pregnancy & lactation 3/14-3/18 Spring Break 3/21-3/25     Chapter 12 Nutrition through the lifespan: Infancy, Childhood, Adolescence 3/28-4/1     Chapter 13 Nutrition through the lifespan: Later Adulthood, Chapter 14: Illness & Nutrition Care 4/2-4/5 (Sat – Tues) Exam 3 available      Chapters 11, 12, 13, 14 4/5      MN assignments due 4/4-4/8     Chapter 15: Medications, Diet-Drug Interactions, Herbal supplements 4/11-4/15     Chapter 16: Specialized nutrition support: Enteral & Parental nutrition 4/18-4/22 Chapter 17: Foods & Food Consistency for Upper GI disorders          Chapter 18: Fiber-Modified diets for lower GI tract disorders 4/25-4/29     Chapter 21: Carbohydrate-controlled diets for Diabetes Mellitus 5/2-5/6     Chapter 21 cont’d 5/7-5/10 (Sat – Tues) FINAL EXAM available Chapters 15, 16, 17, 18, 21 5/10     MN 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 MN assignments are due at 11:59pm on the date shown. Mastering Nutrition Assignments due at 11:59:00pm on the dates given. For Exam #1 Due Date        Graded Assignment      2/15        Introduction to Mastering Nutrition 2/15        Ch 1 Overview of Nutrition & Health 2/15        Ch 1 Tools for Healthy Eating 2/15        Ch 2 GI System 2/15        Ch 3 Carbohydrates 2/15         Ch 4 Fats 2/15        Ch 5 Proteins For Exam #2                 3/8        Ch 6 Metabolism Energy Balance, and Body composition 3/8        Ch 7 Weight Management 3/8        Ch 8 Vitamins 3/8        Ch 9 Water & Minerals For Exam #3                 4/5        Ch 11 Nutrition through lifespan: Pregnancy & Lactation 4/5        Ch 12 Nutrition through lifespan: Infancy, Childhood, Adolescence, & Adulthood 4/5        Ch 14 Illness & Nutrition Care For Exam #4                 5/10        Ch 15 Medications, Diet-drug interactions, Herbal supplements 5/10        Ch 16 Specialized nutrition support: Enteral & Parenteral nutrition 5/10        Ch 17 Foods & Food Consistency for Upper GI Disorders 5/10        Ch 18 Fiber Modified Diets for lower GI disorders 5/10        Ch 21 Carbohydrate controlled diets for Diabetes Mellitus Dietary Analysis Assignments will be posted on the course website.
Major Assignments Schedule	Exam     Availability Begins         Availability Ends 1        Sat., 2/12 @ 12:05am        Tue., 2/15 @ 11:59pm MN Assignments due 2/15 @ 11:59pm 2        Sat., 3/5 @ 1205am        Tue., 3/8 @ 11:59pm MN Assignments due 2/8 @ 11:59pm 3        Sat., 4/2 @ 12:05am     Tue., 4/5 @ 11:59pm MN Assignments due 4/5 @ 11:59pm 4/Final    Sat., 5/7 @ 12:05am     Tue., 5/10 @ 11:59pm MN Assignments due 5/10 @ 11:59pm
Final Exam Date	May 7, 2022 - 12:5 AM   Through  May 10, 2022 - 11:59 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Homework Assignments: - Mastering Nutrition: All Mastering Nutrition assignments are accessed using the MN link on the course website. An access code is required to access Mastering Nutrition (MN). The list of MN assignments and their due dates is posted in the Course Information folder on the course website. MN assignments can be completed after the posted due date but a late penalty will be assessed. The average of your Mastering Nutrition assignments will count for 20% of your course grade. - Dietary Analysis Assignments: Information about the Dietary Analysis Assignments will be posted on the course website. The due date for each DA assignment will be given on the assignment. Most of the DA assignments will require you to keep a complete 3-day dietary log using My Diet Analysis on the Mastering Nutrition site. The average of your Dietary Analysis Assignments will count for 10% of your course grade. Exams: This course will have a total of 4 exams with each one counting for 17.5% of your final course grade. The average of all lecture exams will count for 70% of the total course grade (see below). Extra Credit = (RLB quiz/20) + (OO & Course Policies quiz/20) + (DB1/4) + (DB2/4) + Dietary Group Project Exam Average = (Ex1 + Ex2 + Ex3 + Ex4 + Extra Credit) / 5) Final Course Average = (Exam Average * 0.70) + (MAP Average * 0.20) + (Dietary Assignment Average * 0.10) No grades are dropped, and there are no make up exams nor re-takes. Exams not taken will receive a grade of 0.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	For the full list of Course policies and procedures, read the Online Orientation and Course Policies documents posted in the Course Information folder on the course website. The course schedule and list of homework assignments are posted in the Course Information folder on the course website. Installation of Respondus Lockdown Browser (RLB) is required on any computer to be used to take an exam/quiz. MOST VERSIONS OF CHROMEBOOKS ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH RLB AND THUS CANNOT BE USED TO TAKE EXAMS. It is the responsibility of the student to have a functioning computer and internet in order to take exams during the scheduled period of availability for each exam. Computers in LSCPA computer labs and Student Success Center are available for use for exams. Exams not completed by the end of the availability dates will be available for the following TWO days with an incremental time penalty assessed. Exams not completed will receive a grade of 0. No grades are dropped. A Mastering Nutrition access code is required to access the online Mastering Nutrition homework assignments. MN assignments completed after their due date will have a late penalty assessed. MN assignments not completed at all will receive a grade of "0". No grades are dropped. It is imperative that you check your email EVERY DAY. This is an online class and email is the only way I have to contact you. Emails not written with proper sentence structure, punctuation, capitalization, etc or that do not clearly state your question will be returned to you for clarification. You MUST use the "Send Email" link from within the course when emailing me. If you wish to email me about a grade, you must email me from the "send email" link within the course website.
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. If you encounter a problem with your computer, Computers in the Student Success Center and 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 in several places 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.