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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Nutrition | |||
| Reference | HS2149 | Version | 1 |
| Created | May 2021 | SCQF Level | SCQF 8 |
| Approved | June 2021 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | ECTS Points | 7.5 | |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| The module will introduce basic principles of human nutrition and develop understanding of the requirements relating to health and performance. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Determine an individual's energy requirements. |
| 2 | Summarise appropriate macronutrient recommendations for an individual. |
| 3 | Create an evidence based diet plan which aligns to an individual's energy and macronutrient requirements. |
| 4 | Distinguish the role of micronutrients in maintaining an individual's health. |
| 5 | Demonstrate the necessary professionalism through attendance at learning opportunities required for safe practice. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Features, functions, and sources of macronutrients (carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins), micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) and fluid; energy balance; energy systems and metabolism; dietary analysis and development; nutritional recommendations for various populations and activities. Methods for measuring energy expenditure, including direct and indirect calorimetry, and non-calorimetric methods (RMR equations, physical activity diaries, 24hr recall, fitness trackers), Methods of measuring food consumption and nutrient intake (eg. food diaries, food frequency questionnaires, 24 hour recall). Methods and skills for innovative and academic dissemination of information (e.g. academic poster design, communication, presentation skills). |
| Module Delivery |
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| Blended delivery comprising on campus and online learning and engagement. This will include Digital Learning Resources, Tutorials and Workshops. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 24 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 126 | 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: | Practical Exam | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | Academic Poster | ||||
| Component 2 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 0% | Outcomes Assessed: | 5 |
| Description: | Minimal module attendance requirement of 80% | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 grade based on grading proforma. Component 2 is a minimum modular attendance requirement of 80% | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | Component 1 A; Component 2 Pass |
| B | Component 1 B; Component 2 Pass |
| C | Component 1 C; Component 2 Pass |
| D | Component 1 D; Component 2 Pass |
| E | Component 1 E; Component 2 Pass |
| F | Component 1 F and/or fails Component 2 |
| 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. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 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 |