HLTH120: Nutrition
Section: EG1     (eLearning)

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MyNutritionLab

Your course is using MyNutritionLab, which requires the purchase of an access code. This code is usually packaged with a new textbook, but may also be purchased separately from the MyNutritionLab website if it is not included with your book.

Information about MyNutritionLab can be found at http://www.mynutritionlab.com. Please check the systems Requirement page to verify your computer compatibility.

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Access to this course will begin as of 1 AM on the first day of class.

Thank you for your interest in Nutrition - HLTH120. I hope that you will benefit immensely from the many experiences you will have to explore the science of nutrition. Please note that this course is an eLearning course through Canvas. ALL aspects of the courses (assignments, examinations, and postings) are completed online through the Canvas coursespace. At least 1 week prior to the start of classes, a WELCOME EMAIL will be sent to all registered students BCCC email account providing additional information regarding the course and the course format.

This course will explore the nutrients in food and the body's handling of those nutrients, also with the role nutrition plays in health.

Orientation: There will be a mandatory online orientation session for all students to complete once classes start. Students will have access to the course space and online orientation on the first day of classes. To complete the online orientation, the student must enter the course space and click on the "Online Orientation - Start Here" icon. Students must successfully complete the online orientation (e.g., score a 100% (9) on the quiz) to gain full access into the HLTH120 - Nutrition course space. Students can retake the quiz multiple times.

This course uses a course management system called Canvas. It is recommended that students review the Canvas Basics course. Additionally, students are encouraged to contact the Technology Learning Center for assistance in understanding Canvas and eLearning course, additionally it will aid in the technological aspects of the course. All of the recommended components contain information you will need in order to decide if your computer meets the minimal requirements for accessing the course.

Title : The Science of Nutrition

Author : Thompson, Manore, & Vaughan

Publisher : Pearson-Benjamin Cummings

Edition/Year : 2nd Edition

Additional information : The will provide you with the online access to the dietary analysis software that is required for assignment 1 and has additional resources and tool to assist with student learning.

Communication: The course is designed so that you, the student, can benefit from various methods of communication with the instructor and your fellow students. This means that you will be required to participate in various chat sessions, and utilize the numerous internet methods to communicate, send assignments, take tests and quizzes, and perform your own research. Remember, your success in this class will be directly linked to your utilization of the various tools available to you.

Course Requirements: Some things that will be required for your effective participation in this course are the following items:

1. Access to a Computer with Internet Access
2. Active participation in on-line discussions and chat sessions
3. Timely completion of required examinations and class assignments. NO LATE ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED! (ALL ASSIGNMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THE COURSE SPACE)