Role of diet in effecting recovery from illness and the maintenance of good nutrition in persons with chronic disease. The contribution of nutrition in the provision of health care to individuals and families on the community level. Nutrition programs targeted towards specific groups are also discussed. Basic chemical and physical properties of food and their application to food processing. Recent findings in nutrition research.
Students gain experience in library research and media presentations.
Practicum in Human Development and Consumer Sciences Credit 3 Application of theoretical approaches to the study of individual, family, and consumer nutrition through a supervised practicum in the student s area of emphasis. Check with your assigned preceptor for more specific instructions with regards to attire. Students are required for their own transportation to and from their assigned facilities. Transportation costs will depend on the length of travel from the university or student s home to the assigned facility. Purchase of this policy can be done in class during the first week of the semester.