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FNA
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100
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Health and Physical Activity
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This course will discuss the determinants of health and physical activity, focusing on the specific physical activity-health connection. The course will examine the epidemiologic trends of physical activity and fitness, with special emphasis on the active living movement, health risk analysis and evaluation in North American populations.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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FNA
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101
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Social Psychology of Physical Activity
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This course will discuss the various aspects and theories of behavioural change, focusing on the psycho-social factors affecting participation in physical activities and on long-term adherence within an active living framework. Strategies for incorporating a physically active perspective will be presented and applied by the participants throughout the course.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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Departmental consent required
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Course Weight: 1.00
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FNA
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201
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Lifestyle and Fitness Assessment
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This course will discuss theoretical and practical health-related fitness evaluation. Methods of physical activity participation and lifestyle habit evaluation will be reviewed. The topic of body composition will be emphasized, describing assessment by a variety of methods and discussing the contexts of the different measurements. Musculoskeletal fitness assessment will be discussed and practiced.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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FNA
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202
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Physical Activity and the Environment
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The emerging research regarding the built environment's impact on health will be critically examined within a small group format. Specifically urban ecology and design, and adaptive planning and policy will be explored as it related to physical engagement and the current body weight discourse. Both social and environmental circumstances will inform the framework of this course.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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FNA
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300
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Nutrition and Physical Activity
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The course will discuss the special nutritional needs and practices of active individuals. The course will focus on various levels of activity, discussing the metabolic needs and adaptations to the different levels of stress and types of activity. A variety of sports will be examined through the perspective of nutritional requirements and adjustments. It is recommended that students complete FNN 201 and PLN 203 prior to enrolling in this course.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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FNA
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301
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Exercise Intervention and Disease
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This course will discuss the significance and describe the incremental value of exercise intervention in the management of a variety of common chronic diseases and conditions, such as obesity, type-1 and type-2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, congestive heart failure, osteoporosis, cystic fibrosis, and anxiety and mood disorders.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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FNA
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303
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Recreational and Fitness Planning
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This course will discuss a selection of unique adjustments in recreational planning to a wide variety of populations, focusing on age group, groups of special needs, and diverse settings. The course will introduce a selection of existing organizations and resources offering specialized methods and solutions.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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Course Weight: 1.00
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FNA
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304
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Advanced Exercise Physiology
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The course will discuss the physiological adaptations that occur with chronic exposure to specific types of exercise and training, focusing on neuromuscular, metabolic and cardio-respiratory adaptions. The course will examine the various environmental influences on performance, and unique physiological considerations throughout the life cycle. Various mechanisms and principles of the body's responses to different levels of physical activity.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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FNA
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305
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Aging and Physical Activity
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This course will explore the nature and reasons of the various biological changes that occur in the aging process. The extent of lifestyle impact (i.e. sedentary vs. physically active living) on the changes of various human systems will be discussed. The course will present the issues surrounding safe exercise prescription for the older adult.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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Departmental consent required
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FNN
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100
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Nutrition and Health
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This course introduces the principles of nutrition as they relate to health and health promotion. Topics covered include the dietary standards, macro- and micronutrient sources, metabolism and function, energy balance, healthy weights, and vegetarian diets. Students will use dietary assessment software to complete a 3-day estimated food record and analyse the results in comparison with dietary standards.
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Lect: 4 hrs.
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FNN
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111
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Nutrition for Nursing Practice
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This course introduces nutrition as one of the interrelated determinants of health and examines both the role of environments and the importance of individual self-determination and self-knowledge in health promotion. The topics covered will include the basics of healthy eating, macro- and micronutrients, nutrition assessment, and nutrition principles through the lifespan. Student participation will entail group learning, self-assessment and self-reflection.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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FNN
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200
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Nutrition and Metabolism
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This course includes the macronutrients, how we metabolize them and their contribution to health and well being; the DRI nutrient requirements along with physical activity. Selected micronutrients will be studied in relation to their importance to blood and bone development and maintenance. Students will enhance their use and understanding of dietary intake analysis and its application to dietary intervention. Based on an understanding of the DRI principles, students will develop an appreciation for dietary guidelines.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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FNN
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201
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Nutrition Through the Lifespan
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Nutrient needs and nutritional status are explored using a determinants of health framework. Areas of emphasis include dietary intake patterns and recommendations, principles of nutritional assessment, specific nutrient requirements, food security, high risk populations, and intervention strategies. Labs provide opportunities for self-directed and hands on experience with an emphasis on dietary, anthropometric and biochemical assessment. Current areas of research and controversy will also be examined.
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Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
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FNN
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202
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Public Health Nutrition
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Chronic disease risk reduction from a population-based perspective will be explored. Utilizing a determinants of health framework, strategies for identifying risk and managing chronic disease at a population level will be studied. Cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis and mental health will be used to frame this approach to disease risk reduction. Students will move from examining theoretical approaches to chronic disease prevention to examining 'success stories' - examples of theory being put into practice.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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FNN
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301
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Intro to Nutrition Mgt of Human Disease
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The practice of dietetics is examined within an evolving health care context. The role of nutrition and food in the management of chronic disease is critically evaluated. Areas of focus include current approaches to carbohydrate, lipoprotein, body weight and gastrointestinal disorders. Using an inter-disciplinary framework, client assessment, continuity of care, interpersonal dynamics, ethical considerations and research-based practice issues are explored.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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| Prerequisites: FNN 200 and FNN 201
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FNN
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400
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Advanced Nutrition and Health
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Health and its multiple determinants are explored from a theoretic and applied perspective. The role of nutrition and food as determinants of health is critically analyzed. This course examines the basis of health promotion and population health initiatives, the agencies and organizations involved, and the inter-sectoral nature of current strategies. Attention is given to the values and support systems of the community. Assets assessment, facilitative communication, community development, and program evaluation are surveyed.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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FNN
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401
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Advanced Nutrition Mgt of Human Disease
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The nutritional management of both acute and chronic disorders including hepatic, pancreatic and renal disease will be explored with an emphasis on the development of practical nutrition care skills specifically, assessment techniques. Immunodeficiency, surgical, neurologic trauma and critical care conditions will also be addressed. Current nutritional support practices and research initiatives in many of these areas will be critically analyzed.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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| Prerequisites: FNN 301 and FNR 201
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FNN
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403
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Advanced Nutritional Science
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Topics of current interest and controversy in the field of nutritional science will be examined using an integrative approach. The focus will be developed through a critical appraisal of the relevant literature using a range of inquiry methodologies. The origins of risk analysis, role of the media, evolving research supports and legislative initiatives will also be explored.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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| Prerequisites: CHY 205 and FNN 200 and PLN 203 and FNR 201
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Course Weight: 1.00
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FNN
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404
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Special Topics in Global Nutrition
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Elective course themes will vary. Topics will include micronutrient malnutrition, obesity and food insecurity, and infant and child malnutrition.
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Lect: 3 hrs.
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| Prerequisites: (FNN 200 and FNY 404) or (FNN 200 and FNN 301)
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