HLTH SC 3100 - Exercise, Nutrition & Metabolism
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2016
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code HLTH SC 3100 Course Exercise, Nutrition & Metabolism Coordinating Unit Medical Studies Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 6 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites HLTH SC 2100 or PHYSIOL 2510 or PHYSIOL 2520 Assessment Individual assignment, Group discovery project, Online quizzes and, final exam Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Nichola Thompson
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the physiological and biochemical mechanisms controlling macronutrient metabolism during exercise, training and recovery.
2. Display knowledge and understanding of the physiological regulation of fluid and micronutrient balance in difference environmental conditions and knowledge of methods to address any imbalances.
3. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the interrelated roles of nutrition and physical activity as a mechanism to and for the prevention and treatment of metabolic diseases.
4. Apply transferable skills to accurately assess nutritional intake, body composition and markers of metabolic health.
5. Apply nutritional knowledge and skills to a design simple evidence based individual nutritional plan.
6. Acquire, read and interpret and synthesise information from a wide variety of scientific sources in a planned and timely manner
7. Acknowledge and reference sources of information appropriately
8. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with peers in the production of scientific reports and performing verbal presentations.University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Deep discipline knowledge
- informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies
- acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1
- accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)
1-6 Critical thinking and problem solving
- steeped in research methods and rigor
- based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development
- demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment
4-6 Teamwork and communication skills
- developed from, with, and via the SGDE
- honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies
- encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning
4,8 Career and leadership readiness
- technology savvy
- professional and, where relevant, fully accredited
- forward thinking and well informed
- tested and validated by work based experiences
4-8 Intercultural and ethical competency
- adept at operating in other cultures
- comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts
- able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes
- demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges
4,8 Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal
- open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers
- able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Sport and Exercise Nutrition (4th edition). McArdle WD, Katch FI and Katch VL (eds). Lippincott Williams and WilkinsRecommended Resources
Department of Sports Nutrition, Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) http://www.ausport.gov.au/ais/nutrition
The Gatorade Sports Science Institute
http://www.gssiweb.com/Online Learning
All lecture, tutorial and practical materials will be housed on myuni. Electronic lectures including imbedded video, audio narration and quiz will offered via articulate storyline productions. These electronic resources will be used to support face to face practical and tutorial experiences and for formative assessment. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from MyUniWorkload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
A total of 5 contact hours per week of 2 face to face lectures, 1 tutorial and practical classes are expected. In addition advanced preparation for the practical workshops and tutorial classes is expected. Preparation for the individual assignment (10hrs); discovery project (20 hrs) submissions and final exam preperation (40 hrs) will also be required.Learning Activities Summary
Week Topic Week 1 Principles of Nutrition for exercise Week 2 Fluid and ion balance Week 3 Macronutrients as fuel Week 4 Carbohydrates and Fat for performance Week 5 The Macronutrient fuel mix Week 6 Protein metabolism and Protein supplements Week 7 Individual differences in metabolism Week 8 Exercise and the Gastrointestinal tract Week 9 The endocrine system and ergogenic aids Week 10 The Obesity epidemic Week 11 Nutrition and exercise for weight control Week 12 Disordered eating patterns Small Group Discovery Experience
Students will be required to produce and present (document and presentation in week 12 or 13) a small group discovery project. Students will be assigned a general theme related to exercise, nutrition and metabolism they will be guided on developing an appropriate research question and produce a comprehensive literature review and research proposal in the area of choice. Specific discovery project sessions will be held in week 4,6 and 9.The project will completed in groups of 5 and be presented to the class as a 20 min presentation where formative assessment will be made. Students will then submit a 4000 word report for assessment. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Assessment Type Weighting Learning Outcome(s) being addressed Online quizzes Summative 10% Individual assignment Summative 30% Group discovery project Summative 20% Final Exam Summative 40% Assessment Detail
Quiz
Six quiz will offered via articulate storyline productions. The quiz will be used to support face to face practical and tutorial experiences and for formative assessment.
Report
Students will be required to obtain data concerning the nutrient intake/physical characteristics of an athletic or non athletic person. They will use this data to compile a written report outlining the data and offering recommendations to the client using an evidence based approach. The composition of the assignments will be guided throughout the semester with feedback offered in the initial stages of the semester and upon completion of the first case report.
Project
Students will be required to produce and present (document and presentation in week 12 or 13) a small group discovery project. Students will be assigned a general theme related to exercise, nutrition and metabolism they will be guided on developing an appropriate research question and produce a comprehensive literature review and research proposal in the area of choice. Specific discovery project sessions will be held in week 4,6 and 9.The project will completed in groups of 5 and be presented to the class as a 20 min presentation where formative assessment will be made. Students will then submit a 4000 word report for assessment.
Final exam
Final exam will cover all lecture and practical material. The exam will focus very much on applied and practical aspects of the course. Questions will be based around formative quiz delivered throughout the semester.Submission
All written assignments (report and project) will be submitted and outcome relased via turnitin. Students will be unable to submit any report via turnitin after the due date has closed. Penalties for late submission of assignments – In cases where an extension has NOT been granted, the following penalties will apply:
• For assignments submitted after the due date, a penalty of 50% of the maximum marks available for that assignment will be incurred.
• Assignments received two (2) or more days after the due time/date will not be allocated a mark, however, these assignments must still be submitted to pass the unit.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
Supplementary examinations in Exercise, nutrition and metabolism are ORAL exams conducted by a panel of at least two assessors. NO written examination is available. They will only be conducted during the formal supplementary examination period. -
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