Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2022 - HSCI 481 D200

Senior Seminar in Social Health Science (3)

Class Number: 5316

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 10 – Aug 8, 2022: Thu, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    90 units, including at least 15 upper division HSCI units with a minimum grade of C-. Other prerequisites may vary according to topic.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

An in-depth overview of the sociocultural, epidemiological, and policy aspects of population and public health. May be repeated for credit.

COURSE DETAILS:

In this seminar course, we examine how diet and lifestyle are affected by multiple factors, and how they impact the health of populations. We study the roles of culture, societal norms, socioeconomic status, community design, environment, food advertising, labelling, etc. and how they influence food choices, physical activity level and the weight of populations. We also study these factors as the main risk factors that could contribute to either under-nutrition or over-nutrition and their consequences including nutritional deficiencies, obesity and non-communicable diseases among populations.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

After taking this course, students will become familiar with:

  • The fundamentals of nutrition and health development and their impact on health of populations
  • The roles of culture, societal norms, socioeconomic status, community design, food advertising, labelling, etc. and how they affect food choices and dietary habits among different populations
  • How economic and sociocultural factors may increase health risks associated with poor diet, especially among vulnerable populations (e.g. young children and pregnant women) within a society
  • How promoting healthy eating, and regular physical activity could influence health at the individual, community and society level
  • Interventions towards improving dietary habits and life styles of populations

Grading

  • Exam 1 15%
  • Exam 2 20%
  • Assignment 10%
  • Attendance and Class Activities 15%
  • Presentation 20%
  • Final Paper 20%

NOTES:

There will be a three-hour in-person seminar per week. Due to the interactive nature of this course, course related meetings are in-person, during the designated class times every week. Students are required to attend all classes. Students should also be prepared to commit time towards group meetings regarding their assignments.

 



Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site 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

TEACHING AT SFU IN SUMMER 2022

Teaching at SFU in summer 2022 will involve primarily in-person instruction.  Some courses may be offered through alternative methods (remote, online, blended), and if so, this will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes. 

Enrolling in a course acknowledges that you are able to attend in whatever format is required.  You should not enroll in a course that is in-person if you are not able to return to campus, and should be aware that remote, online, or blended courses study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the summer 2022 term.