Public Health Nutrition – HLTH 643
CG • Section 8WK • 11/08/2019 to 04/16/2020 • Modified 03/06/2024
Course Description
This course reviews current research on the relationship of genetics, chronic disease and the role of medical nutritional therapy. The class also explores nutrition and the aging process with an emphasis on the interactions of physiological stages and lifestyle choices.
For information regarding prerequisites for this course, please refer to the Academic Course Catalog.
Rationale
It is nutrition’s important role in the treatment and prevention of chronic diseases that makes this class an essential component for the MPH program. While students may enter the class with an awareness of the detriments associated with various chronic diseases, it is through the material covered in this class that they will learn treatment aspects and application of nutritional therapy for chronic diseases.
Course Assignment
After reading the Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.
The student will complete three Discussions. Each discussion will consist of a thread and at least two replies. The instructor is looking for substantial, thoughtful, and critical discussions. Each thread should be at least 500 words, supported by 2 scholarly sources and 1 biblical principle. Each reply should be at least 200 words, supported by 2 scholarly sources. (CLOs: A, E)
The student will assume the role of a nutrition care provider to assess and evaluate two case studies related to various chronic diseases. After doing the assigned reading, the student will fully answer all case study questions and submit his/her responses. All assignments must be completed in current AMA format. (CLOs: B, C, D, E)
This project includes three parts: 1) Selection of Site 2) Completion of Hours and 3) Reflection Discussion. This is an experiential learning assignment, where the student is required to develop and implement an inter-professional experience project. The student will engage in a project that includes inter-professional collaboration and a minimum of 8 hours of service within the community. The student will also complete a discussion reflecting on the experience with peers.
This assignment must be completed in current AMA format. (CLOs: A, C, E)
Student will take three quizzes throughout the term, worth 100 points each. Quizzes will cover the readings for the week and will be formatted in true/false, multiple choice, short answer and essay style. (CLOs: A, B, C, D)
