Syllabus 
                 Code:                                            Title: 
                            HESC 115                                         Nutrition & Health 
                 Institute:    Health Sciences                    Department:        Health Sciences 
              
                                                                                                         tion to the body's 
                 Course Description: Nutrition is the science of the intake of food and nutrients in rela 
                                                                                                         an life, their roles 
                 needs. During this course, you will gain a better knowledge of nutrients essential to hum 
                                                                                                         ehaviors related 
                 in the body and sources from the food supply. We will also review the study of human b 
                                                                                                         ody as it relates 
                 to food. Students will learn and understand the anatomy and physiology of the human b 
                 to nutrition for everyday life, exercise and disease states 
                
                
                 Prerequisites: 
              
                 Corequisites: 
                 Prerequisites or Corequisites: 
              
                 Credits:  3                 Lecture Hours:  3                    Lab/Studio Hours: 
                
              
              
              
                Required Textbook/Materials: Nutrition, Concepts and Controversies- 15th Edition, 
                by Sizer and Whitney. 
                This course requires MindTap from Cengage. MindTap is available for purchase on its own, or 
                through Cengage Unlimited, a subscription that gives you access to all your Cengage access 
                codes and online textbooks for $119.99 per term, $179.99 per year or $239.99 for two years. No 
                matter how many Cengage products you use, they are included in Cengage Unlimited at no 
                additional cost. 
                Prefer print? You also get a textbook rental with your activation through Cengage Unlimited 
                for $7.99 + free shipping and the option to purchase a loose-leaf version of your textbook, which 
                you can keep. Cengage Unlimited is available in the bookstore or at cengage.com/unlimited. 
                ISBN for printed book with MINDTAP access is 978035732456must have the text or the 
                eBook with access to Mind tap to complete the work in this course. 
              
                Additional Time Requirements: 
                Students are expected to read chapters, complete weekly assignments in MINDTAP to reinforce 
                learning, and complete both a Diet and Wellness Project and Research Project. 
              
                For information on Brookdale’s policy on credit hour requirements and outside class student work refer to 
                Academic Credit Hour Policy. 
                Date: Spring 2020 
                                                                             Syllabus 
                    Course Learning Outcomes: 
                    Upon completion of this course, students will will demonstrate knowledge of the relationship of 
                    nutrients with the body’s needs, specific nutrient roles, and understand the anatomy and 
                    physiology of the human body as it relates to nutrition for everyday life, exercise and disease 
                    states. 
                 
                    Grading Standard: Grading Standards; the course grade will be determined as follows: 
                    A   = 92-100%                                               C+ = 76-78% 
                    A-  = 89-91%                                                C =   70-75% 
                    B+ = 86-88%                                                 D = 60-69% 
                    B  = 82-85%                                                  F = ˂60% 
                    B- = 79-81% 
                 
                    Grading Breakdown: 
                 
                                   •    Tests are worth 35% of your grade 
                                   •    Discussions are worth 10% of your grade( online) 
                                   •    Attendance is worth 10 % of your grade (face to face) 
                                   •    Final Research paper is worth 15% of your grade 
                                   •    Diet & Wellness Analysis is worth 10% of your grade 
                                   •    Mind Tap Homework Assignments are worth 30% of your grade 
                 
                 
                    Course Content: 
                        Nutrition Standards and 
                                 Guidelines 
                               Body Systems 
                              Carbohydrates 
                               Fats and Lipids 
                                  Proteins 
                                  Vitamins 
                                  Minerals 
                        Energy/Healthy Weight 
                         Performance Nutrition 
                              Diet and Health 
                           Life Cycle Nutrition 
                    Date: Spring 2020 
                                                          Syllabus 
             
               Department Policies for face to face class: Attendance is mandatory and essential for 
               student success in this course and has a 10% impact on the final grade. During class sessions, 
               students are encouraged and expected to participate in discussions, take notes, and join in 
               topic-related group class work. There is no make-up testing. Valid documentation in the event 
               of illness or emergency is required for the consideration of make-up exams. 
               Department Policies for Online: Participation is mandatory and essential for student success 
               in this course and has an impact on the final grade. You are expected to engage in the course 
               in CANVAS no less than three times per week. There is no make-up testing. Valid 
               documentation in the event of illness or emergency is required for the consideration of make- 
               up exams. 
             
               College Policies: 
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               discourse, and honors diverse perspectives informed by credible sources. Our College values all students 
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               engagement opportunities, please visit www.brookdalecc.edu/support. 
             
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                       ♦  Student Conduct Code 
                       ♦  Student Grade Appeal Process 
               Please refer to the BCC STUDENT HANDBOOK AND BCC CATALOG. 
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               disability, and request specific accommodations or services. If a student qualifies, reasonable 
               accommodations and/or services, which are appropriate for the college level and are recommended in the 
               documentation, can be approved. 
             
               ADDITIONAL SUPPORT/LABS: 
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               MENTAL HEALTH: 
               •   Mental Health Crisis Support: From a campus phone, dial 5555 or 732-224-2329 from an external 
                   line; off-hours calls will be forwarded to BCC police (2222 from a campus phone) 
               •   Psychological Counseling Services: 732-224-2986 (to schedule an appointment during regular hours) 
             
             
            The syllabus is intended to give student guidance in what may be covered during the semester and will be followed as 
            closely as possible. However, the faculty member reserves the right to modify, supplement, and make changes as the need 
            arises. 
             
               Date: Spring 2020