| NUTRITION |
50 |
DIETETIC SERVICES INTERNSHIP |
3.0 Units |
NUTR 50 is a discipline-specific course that allows students to earn 3 units for structured, supervised work on-campus or off-campus in the field of nutrition under the supervision of a faculty advisor. It is designed to provide students with hands-on, discipline-linked work experience that will extend their knowledge and understanding of career demands in nutrition. Note: This course is Pass/No Pass only. Note: This course may be taken four times; a maximum of 12 units may be earned. Students must arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling in this class. Laboratory 9 hours. Prerequisite: CULIN 111 and 113; NUTR 114 and 118 (NUTR 118 can be taken concurrently). Recommended Preparation: ENGL C1000 or ESL 141. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| NUTRITION |
114 |
NUTRITION AND MENU PLANNING |
3.0 Units |
NUTR 114 examines nutrition guidelines for health maintenance and disease prevention and their relation to quantity food preparation and menu planning. The course emphasizes the development and marketing of healthy recipes and menus for various institutional food service operations, including restaurants, hotels, schools, and healthcare facilities. Topics include alternative ingredients and food preparation techniques to preserve or increase the nutritive value and acceptance of foods. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: NUTR 125 and ENGL C1000 or ESL 151. |
| NUTRITION |
118 |
DIETARY HEALTH CARE |
4.0 Units |
NUTR 118 is a study of the functions of a health care facility's dietary department and its policies, procedures, and the management of its food service operations. Consideration is given to appropriate menus for various age groups and disease conditions, accommodation of therapeutic diet prescriptions and special needs, standards of tray service, patient satisfaction, regulatory agency guidelines, and general organizational and operational issues. Lecture 4 hours. Prerequisite: NUTR 114 (NUTR 114 may be taken concurrently). Recommended Preparation: ENGL C1000 or ESL 151. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| NUTRITION |
125 |
ELEMENTS OF NUTRITION |
3.0 Units |
NUTR 125 presents an overview of the many aspects of nutrition, including current dietary trends and related food and nutrition controversies, the nutritive processes of the body, the functions, utilization, food sources, and recommended allowances of nutrients. It emphasizes the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Dietary Guidelines for Americans, as well as the general principles of eating for optimal health and disease prevention, supported by scientific research. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ENGL C1000 or ESL 151, or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID NUTR 110) |
| NUTRITION |
201 |
CERTIFIED DIETARY MANAGER (CDM) BOARD EXAM REVIEW |
2.0 Units |
NON-DEGREE APPLICABLE | NUTR 201 provides students with information, resources and insights to facilitate their preparation for the national credentialing examination for dietary managers in health care institutions. Topics cover the five competency areas included in the Certified Dietary manager (CDM) Board exam, namely: Nutrition, Foodservice, Personnel and Communications, Sanitation and Food Safety, and Business Operations. Note: This is a Pass/No Pass only. Lecture 2 hours. Recommended Preparation: Dietetic Services Supervisor (DSS) Certificate and ENGL C1000 or ESL 151. |
