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Course Syllabus

NUTR2203 Basic Human Nutrition

Course Syllabus
Section: 21
Fall 2017-18
Table containing course syllabus details.
Instructor: Coffman, Malinda G
Office Phone:
Email: mgcoffman@mail.ozarka.edu
Office Hours:
Times: MON 5:00pm-6:20pm
ClassRoom: Ash Flat AF106

Course Description

Introductory course in which the chemical basis of nutrition will be explored. Discussion of social, economic, and emotional aspects that impact individual nutritional practices. Evaluation of unique nutritional needs of different periods throughout the life cycle.


Rationale


Outcomes/Learning Objectives

  • Relate the elemental principles of basic nutrition with nutritional assessment and counseling strategies in the context of a family meal environment and the impact of religion, cultural and ethnic beliefs
  • Plan the appropriate use of therapeutic communications when discussing diets in health and illness
  • Devise a daily diet for variety, moderation, proportion and balance
  • Explain how dietary habits affect nutritional status and plan menus accordingly
  • Relate the significance of nutritional labeling

Text/Required Materials

Gen Combo Nutrition For Healthy Living Upd /Dietary Guidelines; Connect Access Card
ISBN: 1259947831
Price: $0.00
Author:


Methods of Instruction

All exams are taken through the Connect website. The formats utilized may include, but are not limited to: lecture notes, powerpoints, questioning, case study questions, journal project, written assignments/worksheets, e-mail, and computer work. Reading the assigned material is expected. Check the class calendar to keep up with due dates for assignments, exam, and other activities. It is suggested that you log into MyOzarka daily to keep up with any changes.
The best way to contact the instructor is through course email. Please allow up to 48 hours for response due to nature of adjunct teaching.


Evaluation Procedures

Total Points per section:
Participation/Attendance 100 points
Unit Exams 1000 points
Other assignments, etc. 400 points
Final Exam will be 100 questions 200 points

Total Points possible for this course 1700 Points (tentatively)


Grading Scale

A-Excellent 90-100
B-Above Average 80-89
C-Average 70-79
D-Below Average 60-69
F-Failing 0-59
I-Incomplete
W-Withdrew from the Course


Make-Up Policy

Late exams and assignments will not be accepted. You must contact Connect Support if you cannot take your Connect exam due to computer issues. Do not contact the instructor for Connect problems UNTIL AFTER you have contacted Connect support. You must complete requirements and assignments as designated by the instructor. Plenty of time is given for completion of each assignment. If you miss a due date without notification to the instructor, a "0" will be given for that work. The student is responsible for getting assignments turned in to the instructor. If computer failure occurs or an emergency occurs, please notify the instructor immediately or as soon as possible. again, Connect support must be notified if it is a problem with your Connect exam. No make-up work will be accepted. See below.


Attendance Policy

Regular class attendance and punctuality are required for all classes. Attendance points will be graded. You will receive 10 points per class you attend and will not be given attendance points (10) if you miss class, leave early, or arrive late. If a student must miss due to illness, emergency, or college business, it is the student's responsibility to find out what classwork they missed. According to the student handbook, after a student misses the equivalent of two weeks of class sessions, the instructor has the prerogative of assigning a grade "F" for the course. Since this course is a pre-requisite to the Nursing Program, attendance will be kept and forwarded to the Nursing Department.
If no work is submitted within one week of the due date, and/or the instructor has not been contacted, the instructor has the prerogative of assigning a grade "F" for the course.


Academic Integrity

Academic Integrity is expected of all students. Dishonesty includes claiming credit for work others completed, lying, plagiarizing, cheating on tests, and copying other students' assignments. A single incident of violating academic standards of integrity may result in an "F" for the assignment, an "F" in the course, or expulsion. A violation of academic standards will be reported to the Chief Academic Officers. The student(s) involved in the incident may appeal any action through the Grievance Procedure. Plagiarism is a very serious offense and includes copying from other students, purchasing completed assignments, copying from textbooks, claiming as one's own work the ideas of someone else, not giving credit to a source (whether the source was directly quoted, paraphrased, or summarized), or citing a source incorrectly.


Special Needs

The Vice President of Student Services serves as Ozarka College’s Coordinator of Disability Services and oversees compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. To receive services, students must request an appointment with the Vice President for Student Services and provide documentation of their disabilities prior to registration.


Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS)

The Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS) contains information about the transferability of courses with Arkansas public colleges and universities. Students are guaranteed the transfer of applicable credits and the equitable treatment in the application of credits for the admissions and degree requirements. Course transferability is not guaranteed for courses listed in ACTS as "No Comparable Course." Additionally, courses with a "D" frequently do not transfer and institutional policies may vary. ACTS may be accessed on the Internet by going to the ADHE website and selecting Course Transfer (http://www.adhe.edu).


Tobacco Policy

Ozarka College is a tobacco-free institution, including buildings, grounds and parking lots. The use of any tobacco products and electronic cigarettes is prohibited on all college property and in any vehicle owned or leased by the college.


Diversity Statement

Ozarka College is committed to learning for all students. One important component of student learning is diversity education; learning about others, learning with others, and learning from others. By providing diversity learning experiences, Ozarka College provides students with the opportunity to work together to influence their future, the future of their country and the future of the wider global society.


Student Success Center

The Student Success Center is located upstairs in Suite 205 of the Student Center Building on the Melbourne campus. Student success services are also available in the Ash Flat and Mountain View Student Center Building. Check with the main office in Mammoth Spring for location on that campus. The center is free and open to all students. The SSC provides academic coaching by appointment or on a walk-in basis for individual or group tutoring. Success Coaches are available to assist with homework and help improve study and time management skills. The SSC also provides career counseling with the KUDER Career Planning System and resume assistance and has a job placement program. If you have any questions, visit our site at http://www.ozarka.edu/blogs/success, contact the SSC by phone: 870-368-2056 or email: success@ozarka.edu.


Mission

The mission of Ozarka College is to provide life-changing experiences through education



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