3 Hrs Functions and sources of nutrients, dietary adequacy, energy balance and metabolism with emphasis on health promotion. Includes weight control, evaluation of popular diets, vegetarianism, eating disorders, alcohol, other current issues and concerns in nutrition. Lastly, the origin and diversity of life.
Laboratory focuses on experimentation, data analysis and an introduction to diversity.
An overview of the sociological perspective of the study of society, social organization and social institutions with special emphasis on the social causes and consequences of human behavior. 1 Hr A one-credit course that provides a structured, regular time for cluster students to meet with their peer mentor.