OntarioLearn Course Details Start at 01/14/2025
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Course Details
| Course Title |
Science of Popular Diets: Impact of Nutrition on Human Wellness |
| Conestoga Course Code |
OLRN1154 |
| Host College |
Sheridan College |
| OntarioLearn Course Code |
SH-NUTR70001G |
| Start Date |
01/14/2025 |
| End Date |
04/22/2025 |
| Course Fee |
$409.50 |
| Hours |
42 |
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| Course Description |
Students explore concepts of human nutrition as they relate to fad diets and cultural norms, while gaining an understanding of the impact nutrition has on wellness and disease. They will examine a range of popular and culturally-specific diets are critically examined and assessed based on current practice and scientific evidence. Using a variety of interactive learning tools, students investigate the links between the major nutrients and personal health. Further, comparison of individual diet and nutrition standards allows for a thorough understanding of connections between nutrition and health. Students use existing knowledge to evaluate the benefits and consequences of popular "fad" diets. Cultural diet norms and popular diet trends are explored with a focus on the overall impact on individual and population wellness. Finally, through scientific investigation of emerging literature, the impact of scientific change is appreciated. |
| Midterm Exam Format |
No exam requirement |
| Final Exam Format |
No exam requirement |
| Final Exam Group |
01/14/2025 |
| Other Evaluation Details |
Test 15%, Assignments 85% |
| Minimum Passing Mark |
50 |
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d2l/brightspace |
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| Textbook Information |
No textbook required |
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