Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2023 - BPK 110 D100

Human Nutrition: Current Issues (3)

Class Number: 3651

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 8 – Aug 4, 2023: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Aug 11, 2023
    Fri, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

An introduction of the principles of human nutrition with an emphasis on topics of current interest. The material is presented in a Canadian context to focus on nutrition practices and problems in this country. Students will gain an understanding of factors affecting food selection and the role of nutrition in maintaining good health. Students will develop the ability to discriminate between reliable and unreliable information on the subject of food and nutrition. Breadth-Science.

COURSE DETAILS:


13 weeks; 2 hours of lecture plus one hour of tutorial per week.

Topics include:

  • Introduction to Nutrition
  • Dietary Recommendations and Food Policy
  • Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism
  • Water
  • Carbohydrates
  • Lipids
  • Protein
  • Vitamins
  • Minerals
  • Energy Balance
  • Nutrition for Physical Activity

 

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:


  • Give an overview of the various methods used to study nutrition including their strengths and limitations
  • Critically evaluate nutrition sources for credibility
  • Record and analyze one’s diet, compare it to current nutritional recommendations and suggest realistic areas for improvement
  • Give an overview of Canadian health policy with respect to nutrition, including the food guide and labelling requirements
  • Describe the process and structures involved in digestion and absorption
  • Outline the stages of cellular respiration and differentiate between the metabolic breakdown of sugars, amino acids and fatty acids
  • Describe the structure and function of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water
  • Describe how nutrition plays a role in various conditions including diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, cancer, gastroesophageal reflux, diverticulosis, diarrhea, constipation
  • Describe conditions related to micronutrient deficiencies and excesses
  • Describe the nutrition-related causes of energy imbalance and outline approaches for achieving healthy energy balance
  • Outline how and when the various nutrients are used to fuel physical activity

Grading

  • Participation 10%
  • Quizzes 15%
  • Dietary Analysis Assignment 15%
  • Midterm 25%
  • Final Exam 35%

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Department Undergraduate Notes:

It is the responsibility of the student to keep their BPK course outlines if they plan on furthering their education.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the semester are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.