NDFS 100
Essentials of Human Nutrition
Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Science
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
Food-oriented study of nutritional facts and principles as a basis for dietary choices; consequences of choices; scientifically examining controversial topics.
When Taught
All Semesters/Terms
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Note
Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.
Title
Nutrients
Learning Outcome
Identify functions of nutrients and their major food sources.
Title
Applications
Learning Outcome
Identify, interpret, and apply nutrition information.
Title
Scientific Method
Learning Outcome
Apply the scientific method to identify and interpret credible nutrition information.
Title
Linking Course Outcomes to GE Outcomes
Learning Outcome
GE Learning Outcomes for Scientific Principles and Reasoning: Biological, Physical, and Social Science
Demonstrate an understanding of the basic scientific principles which undergird the scientific process, including the strengths and weaknesses of this process.
Appreciate the excitement of discovery that has accompanied important scientific developments.
Demonstrate how scientific methodology can be used to analyze real-world science-related problems.
Evaluate scientific data and claims in order to make rational decisions on public-policy science issues that affect their community.
Express their thoughts (in oral, graphical, and written formats) on scientific topics clearly, including appropriate use of basic scientific vocabulary and effective interpretation of quantitative data.
Reflect rationally upon the interface between science and religion.
Connected GE Learning Outcome
Scientific Principles and Reasoning
Course Outcome
Measured/Met By:
2, 3, 4, 5
Identify function of nutrients and their major food sources.
Assignment: Dietary Analysis
Class discussion
iClicker questions
Exam Reviews
Exam questions
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Identify, interpret, and apply nutrition information.
Assignment: Dietary Analysis
Assignment: Plan and Prepare a Meal
Assignment: Weight Loss Diets Paper
Class discussion
iClicker questions
Exam Reviews
Exam questions
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Apply the scientific method to identify and interpret credible nutrition information.
Assignment: Dietary Analysis
Class discussion
iClicker questions
Exam Reviews
Exam questions
