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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Human Nutrition | |||
| Reference | HS2105 | Version | 3 |
| Created | March 2017 | SCQF Level | SCQF 8 |
| Approved | June 2010 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | August 2017 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To develop understanding of the basic principles underpinning human nutrition. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Distinguish between macro and micro-nutrients in relation to chemical structures, functions and sources. |
| 2 | Identify the metabolic pathways through which food sources are broken down to provide fuel for the body. |
| 3 | Explain nutritional principles in relation to different stages of the lifespan. |
| 4 | Provide evidence-based nutritional recommendations. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Features, functions and sources of the macronutrients (carbohydrates, lipids and proteins) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals); energy balance and control of energy homeostasis; fluid and electrolytes; energy systems and metabolism; digestion and absorption; nutritional recommendations throughout the lifespan. |
| Module Delivery |
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| Lectures supported by practical sessions and tutorial based discussions. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 36 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 114 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | |||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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| Explanatory Text | |
| The overall grade is calculated based on the exam score as follows: | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | ≥70% |
| B | 60-69% |
| C | 50-59% |
| D | 40-49% |
| E | 30-39% |
| F | ≤29% |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | Successful completion of Stage 1 of the BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science course, or equivalent. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| ADDITIONAL NOTES |
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| A pass will not normally be awarded for this module unless the student has attended a minimum of 80% of all learning opportunities. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| 1 | BAGCHI, D., NAIR, S. and SEN, C.K. eds., 2018. Nutrition and enhanced sports performance: muscle building, endurance, and strength. Massachusetts: Academic Press. |
| 2 | GEISSLER, C. and POWERS, H.J. eds., 2017. Human nutrition. Oxford: Oxford University Press. |
| 3 | JEUKENDRUP, A. and GLEESON, M., 2010. Sport nutrition: an introduction to energy production and performance. 2nd ed. Champaign, Illinois: Human Kinetics. |
| 4 | McCARDLE, W.D., KATCH, F.I. and KATCH V.L., 2014. Exercise Physiology, energy, nutrition and human performance. 8th ed. London: Lipincott, Williams and Williams. |
| 5 | LEAN, M.E. and COMBERT, E., 2016. Barasi's Human Nutrition: A Health Perspective. Florida: CRC Press. |
| 6 | MAUGHAN, R.J. ed., 2013. Sports nutrition (Vol. 19). New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons. |
| 7 | International Journal of Sports Nutrition |
| 8 | Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |