Catalog Info
Effective Term
Fall 2015
WebAdvisor Title
Food and Nutrition
Credit Hours
3.00
Contact Hours Per Week
3 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
Examines basic concepts of nutrition, food composition, food technology, controversies in nutrition, and marketing nutrition in the food service business. Covers carbohydrates, fats, protein, vitamins, RDA, food labeling, menu planning, weight management, cardiovascular disease, nutrition and cancer, and modifying recipes for health and lower calorie content.
Pre-requisites
Satisfactory completion of ENG-081 or ENG-082 or higher, or a satisfactory score on the English placement exam.
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
No