San Jose State University Department of Nutrition and Food Science Helen DeMarco, CCB 110, phone: 924-3117; email: hdemarco@email.sjsu.edu Department of Human Performance Carol Christensen, SPX 105, phone: 924-3035; email: carollc@email.sjsu.edu |
Class Details: Time: 0900-1245 Room: DBH 133 |
Summer 1999
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Integration and application of principles of sound nutrition and physical activities to optimize the physiological, psychological, and social lifelong development of the individual and use of scientific principles and current technological advances to help assess and evaluate physical fitness, body composition, dietary patterns, energy expenditure, and their interrelationships. 3 units.
PREREQUISITES
1. Upper division standing
2. Passing score in Writing Skills Test (WST)
3. Completion of Core General Education requirements
OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion of the course students shall be able to:
1. explain how the principles of fitness and nutrition (such as body composition, energy intake, energy expenditure, and the acute and chronic physical changes related to exercise and nutrition) complement each other in helping to develop physiological well-being and overall health.
2. explain how the principles of fitness and nutrition (such as setting realistic short-term behavior change goals and the relationship of exercise and diet to stress reduction) complement each other in helping to develop psychological well-being and overall health.
3. identify some of the social and cultural influences on food habits and exercise/activity patterns.
4. examine personal exercise and nutrition programs and behaviors based on scientific principles and develop written goals, objectives, and detailed strategies.
5. discuss the special fitness and nutrition considerations during various stages of the life cycle such as childhood, adolescence and older age.
6. describe the different exercise responses and nutritional requirements of women compared with those of men.
7. evaluate current nutritional information with regard to its contribution to physical fitness.
8. assess the advantages/disadvantages of recent advances in new food formulations and new exercise and fitness equipment for the general population.
9. critique a popular advertisement for a nutrition or exercise product differentiating between evidence derived from scientific research and non-scientific evidence.
10. analyze and evaluate current personal dietary and exercise habits.
11. experience personally the behaviors and values of others by working with students of diverse backgrounds.
12. apply the basic skills of reading, writing, speaking, critical thinking, research, and mathematics learned in Core GE courses to course content.
13. deliver written presentations which explain and expand upon course content using information from appropriate library research and other appropriate primary sources.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
A. Materials
[W] Williams, M. H. (1995). Nutrition for Fitness and Sport, 5th Edition. Dubuque, IA: Brown & Benchmark, Pub.
[FSG] Christensen, C. & Weber, J. (1996). Fitness Survival Guide. Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt Publishers
Easy access to the internet (some study guides and handouts are available at the course URL)
Calculator
Three T&E 200 answer sheets (available at Spartan Bookstore)
B. Evaluation
* Examinations:
Assignment % of Grade Exam 1*
15 Exam 2*
20 Exam 3*
25 Critical Analysis Paper
20 Daily Activity Log
10 Diet Analysis
10 > Questions are based on assigned readings, lectures, and class discussions. Bring a T&E 0200 answer sheet, #2 pencil, and calculator to all exams.
> Examinations will be given only when scheduled.
> No make-up exams will be given.
MISCELLANEOUS
1. Written assignments are due at the beginning of the class session on the due date. Assignments handed in during class or after class will be considered late, unless otherwise exempted. Grades on late assignments will be lowered one letter grade for each day or part of a day they are late. Assignments more than 2 days late will not be accepted (i.e., they will receive no grade).
2. All written assignments must be typed. Sloppiness and lack of legibility will have a negative effect on the grade for the assignment.
3. Guidelines for written projects will be discussed in class and must be followed.
4. If an assignment is plagiarized, the student will receive zero points for the assignment and additional action may be taken by the instructors. Plagiarism is a serious offense and includes taking credit for work that one didn't do and failing to cite one's source (i.e., using another's ideas as one's own).
5. Instructors will hold office hours each day immediately following class for 30 minutes.
DETERMINING YOUR FINAL COURSE GRADE
Here's a hypothetical situation:
Exam 1 = D
Exam 2 = C+
Exam 3 = B+
Activity Log = A
Diet Analysis = A
Critical Analysis = B
To figure out your course grade you:
1. Transform each letter grade to a grade point equivalent score (GPES) using the scale below:
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2. Multiply the weight (% or fraction) an item receives by the GPES for the grade earned and sum these point values.
0.15 (3) + 0.2 (7) + 0.25 (10) + 0.20 (9) + 0.1 (12) + 0.1 (12) = 8.55
3. Take the result and put it back on the grade point equivalent scale to determine the letter grade.
Course grade = B
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Date |
Topic |
Assignments/Readings |
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August 2 DeMarco & Christensen |
Introduction Nutrition and Health Carbohydrates |
W: Chapters 1, 2, 4 |
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August 3 DeMarco |
Carbohydrates Fats |
W:Chapters 4 and 5 |
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August 4 Christensen |
Energy Systems Exercise, Carbohydrates & Fats Resting and exercise metabolism |
W: Chapter 3, 4, 5 FSG: Chapters 1,6; FSG: Lab 15 |
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August 5 Christensen |
Training Principles & Benefits Cardiorespiratory Training |
0900-1000 EXAM 1 FSG: Chapter 2, 3; Labs 1-12 |
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August 9 DeMarco |
Protein Vitamins |
W: Chapters 6, 7 |
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August 10 Christensen |
Cardiorespiratory Training Flexibility Exercise and Injuries |
FSG: Chapters 3, 4, 9 FSG: Labs 9, 10 |
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August 11 DeMarco |
Vitamins (cont'd) Water |
DIET ANALYSIS DUE W: Chapters 7, 8, 9 |
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August 12 Christensen |
Muscle Strength and Endurance Ergogenic Aids Exercise in Extreme Environments |
0900-1000 EXAM 2 W: Chapter 1, 9, 12, Appendix J FSG: Chapter 5 |
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August 16 Christensen |
Body Composition Exercise and Special Times
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CRITICAL ANALYSIS DUE W: Chapter 10 FSG: Chapters 7, 8; Labs 13-16 |
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August 17 DeMarco |
Minerals Weight Control |
W: Chapters 11, 12 |
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August 18 DeMarco & Christensen |
Nutrition Labeling & Quackery Exercise and Stress Compliance Techniques |
W: Chapter 1 FSG: Chapter 10 |
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August 19 DeMarco & Christensen |
Review (0900-0945) Course Evaluation (0945-1000) Final Exam |
1000 ACTIVITY LOG DUE 1000-1130 FINAL EXAM
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