Undergraduate Department of Health, Nutrition and Food Sciences

College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences

Website: https://cehhs.fsu.edu/hnfs

Chair and Teaching Faculty II: Griffiths; Associate Chair and Teaching Faculty III: Garber; Professors: Arjmandi, Delp, Hickner, Kim, Ormsbee, Panton, Ray; Associate Professors: Gordon, Rao, Salazar, Singh; Assistant Professors: Cui, Hwang, LaFavor, Ma, Machin, Nagpal, Parvatiyar, Smith, Solis, Steiner, Sun, Watso; Dietic Internship Director: Trone; DPD Director: Farrell; Director, Institute of Sports Sciences and Medicine: Ormsbee; Teaching Faculty III: Farrell, Garber, Sehgal; Teaching Faculty II: Griffiths, Ghosh, Maier; Teaching Faculty I: Trone, Williams; Adjunct Professors: Magnuson, Stowers; Professors Emeriti: Dorsey, Harris, Haymes, Hsieh, Sathe, Toole; Affiliate Faculty: Ackerman, Giampalo, Hernandez, Latimer, Lowery, Wendler; Courtesy Faculty: Burkhart, Daggy, Florian; Advisory Board Members: Daggy, Derman, Hamilton, Hennig, Katch, Koo, Weaver

The Department of Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences (HNFS) offers four Bachelor of Science degrees: Athletic Training, Dietetics, Exercise Physiology, and Food and Nutrition.

Athletic Training

The Athletic Training degree program at Florida State University prepares students for careers and graduate study in athletic training, physical therapy, physician assistant and medicine. It is ideal for students interested in gaining clinical experience with injury prevention, recognition and immediate care, rehabilitation, health care management and professional development in a sports medicine environment. Given the rigor of the National Athletic Trainers' Association healthcare professional standards; the critical need to maintain the safety of clinical patients in the practice settings; and the desire to maintain FSU's Athletic Training Program's national reputation as a leader in preparing healthcare professionals, it is necessary that prospective undergraduate students possess “Minimal Skills” and knowledge prior to entering major coursework. The admission requirements and procedures for the athletic training program at Florida State University include common entry indicators. The common indicators included in each student's portfolio will be ranked as follows:

FSU cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or better based on FSU coursework (weighted rank of GPA at 50%)
SAT/ACT scores (weighted rank of SAT/ACT at 25%)
Interview score (weighted rank of interview score at 25%).

To be eligible for the interview the student must complete an application portfolio and be currently enrolled in or have completed ATR 1800.

Composite applicant scores, based on the above indicators, are calculated and ranked. The number of athletic training applicants admitted is determined by available vacancies created by graduation. The top-ranking students are then admitted filling the vacancies. The Athletic Training Program includes a strict didactic and clinical course progression. New student admission is completed during summer term of each year. New athletic training students enroll in the first block of courses the following Fall semester. Community college students are required to complete the same application process as resident students. Please see the Athletic Training Program website for additional information.

Dietetics

The purpose of the Dietetics degree program is to provide the foundation knowledge and skills required for the didactic component of entry-level dietetics education. This Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606-6995; (312) 899-0040 (ext. 5400). Graduates of the DPD program may earn a DPD verification statement and are eligible to apply to graduate school and/or post-baccalaureate, accredited dietetic internships. An accredited dietetic internship is required for eligibility to take the national Registration Examination for Dietitians. Careers are available for registered dietitians in clinical, research, community food service management, consulting, and educational settings. The dietetics degree program is a specialized admissions program; students apply spring or summer of their sophomore year. Admission requirements and procedures for the Dietetics degree at Florida State University include: minimum GPA of 2.75, a grade of “S” in DIE 3005, a résumé, and a personal statement. It is highly recommended that students earn a “B” or better in the following: Chemistry I, Chemistry II, and Organic Chemistry. Once formally admitted, the program is two years. Please see the dietetics web page for more information regarding admission to the degree.

The FSU post-baccalaureate dietetic internship (DI) program is the supervised practice component of dietetics education available only to graduate students in the department and is required for eligibility to take the national Registration Examination for Dietitians administered by the Commission for Dietetics Registration. The purpose of the internship is to provide students with supervised practice experiences that train interns for the competencies required by entry level positions in dietetics and nutrition practice. Careers are available for registered dieticians in clinical, research, community food service management, consulting, and educational settings. Fifteen graduate students are accepted annually to the graduate internship program through an internship application process.

Exercise Physiology

The Exercise Physiology major prepares students for graduate study in exercise physiology, physical therapy, and other health fields, including medical school, as well as positions as personal trainers and health fitness instructors with both hospital-based wellness programs and corporate fitness programs.

Food and Nutrition Science

The Food and Nutrition Science major has a strong science base that prepares students for job opportunities in the food industry, government agencies, and careers in the medical field as well as graduate study in nutrition, food science, or agriculture.

Digital Literacy Requirement

Students must complete at least one course designated as meeting the Digital Literacy Requirement with a grade of “C–” or higher. Courses fulfilling the Digital Literacy Requirement must accomplish at least three of the following outcomes:

Evaluate and interpret the accuracy, credibility, and relevance of digital information
Evaluate and interpret digital data and their implications
Discuss the ways in which society and/or culture interact with digital technology
Discuss digital technology trends and their professional implications
Demonstrate the ability to use digital technology effectively
Demonstrate the knowledge to use digital technology safely and ethically

Each academic major has determined the courses that fulfill the Digital Literacy requirement for that major. Students should contact their major department(s) to determine which courses will fulfill their Digital Literacy requirement.

Undergraduate majors in athletic training, exercise physiology, and food and nutrition science satisfy this requirement by earning a grade of “C–” or higher in CGS 2060 or CHM 1045L. Undergraduate majors in dietetics satisfy this requirement by earning a grade of “C–” or higher in CGS 2060. Undergraduate majors in exercise physiology satisfy this requirement by earning a grade of “C-” or higher in BSC 2011L.

State of Florida Common Program Prerequisites for Nutrition

The Florida Virtual Campus (FLVC) houses the statewide, internet-based catalog of distance learning courses, degree programs, and resources offered by Florida's public colleges and universities, and they have developed operational procedures and technical guidelines for the catalog that all institutions must follow. The statute governing this policy can be reviewed by visiting https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2021/1006.73.

FLVC has identified common program prerequisites for the degree program in Nutrition. To obtain the most up-to-date, state-approved prerequisites for this degree, visit: https://cpm.flvc.org/programs/109/214 and https://cpm.flvc.org/programs/107/213.

Specific prerequisites are required for admission into the upper-division program and must be completed by the student at either a community college or a state university prior to being admitted to this program. Students may be admitted into the University without completing the prerequisites but may not be admitted into the program.

Bachelor of Science

The Department of Health, Nutrition and Food Sciences (HNFS) offers four Bachelor of Science degrees: Athletic Training, Dietetics, Exercise Physiology, and Food and Nutrition. To complete requirements for these degrees the following are required: (1) CoreFSU Curriculum requirements; (2) general graduation requirements for the University; and (3) specific requirements for the chosen major. Additional courses may be required to complete the one hundred twenty semester hours required for the degrees. A minimum grade of “C–” is required unless otherwise indicated. Required courses that may be taken in fulfillment of CoreFSU Curriculum include English, basic nutrition, general chemistry, organic chemistry, general psychology, family relationships, mathematics, and statistics. For diversity, HUN 2125 is recommended if the requirement is not satisfied with CoreFSU Curriculum.

The following are the specific requirements for each major. Students must meet the curriculum requirements in effect at the time they enter the major.

Athletic Training

ATR 3512; BSC 2010 and BSC 2010L; CHM 1045 and CHM 1045L; ATR 2020; HUN 1201 with grade of “B-” or better, MAC 1105, MAC 1114, and MAC 1140; ATR 1800; PHY 2053C; PSY 2012; STA 2122. Upper division: HSC 4711 or PET 3361 or HUN 4362; ATR 3132, PET 3322/3322L, PET 3323C (or BSC 2085/2085L and BSC 2086/2086L), APK 3110C, ATR 3102, ATR 4302C, ATR 4932, ATR 3012C, ATR 3213C, ATR 3312C.

The Athletic Training Degree program allows students to choose from four sub-plan options: 1) Pre-Athletic Training, 2) Pre-Physician Assistant, 3) Pre-Physical Therapy, and 4) Pre-Sports Medicine. All students in the Athletic Training Degree program must complete the core curriculum courses plus the specific sub-plan course requirements.

Pre-Athletic Training Sub-Plan: APK 3113, ATR 1810, 2820, 3832, 4842; Electives: 14 hours
Pre-Physician Assistant Sub-Plan: CHM 1046/1046L, MCB 2004/MCB 2004L or MCB 4403/MCB 4403L, APK 2001 and CHM 3217/L or CHM 2210 and CHM 2211/L where CHM 2211L is cumulative; Electives: 6 hours
Pre-Physical Therapy Sub-Plan: BSC 2011/BSC 2011L, CHM 1046/CHM 1046L, PHY 2054C, Psychology: 3–6; Electives: 3–6 hours
Pre-Sports Medicine Sub-Plan: BSC 2011/BSC 2011L, CHM 1046/CHM 1046L, PHY 2054C, CHM 2210, CHM 2211/CHM 2211L, BCH 4053; Electives: 3–9 hours

Dietetics

See CoreFSU Curriculum requirements, college and department core, and common prerequisites. MAC 1105, CHM 1045/1045L**, CHM 1046/1046L**, BCH 3023. CHM 3217** or both CHM 2210 and CHM 2211; DIE 3005, DIE 4243*, DIE 4244*/4244L*, and DIE 4310*; ECO 2XXX, and FAD 4601 or approved Nutrition Counseling; FOS 3026/3026L, FOS 4114C; FSS 4135 and FSS 4312*; HUN 1201 with grade of “B-” or better*, HUN 2125 or equivalent, HUN 3224, HUN 3226, and HUN 3403*; HUN 4941, MCB 2004/MCB 2004L**, or approved food microbiology, PSY 2012, PET 3322/3322L, PET 3361, STA 2122 and electives. All courses marked with an (*) must be completed with a “B” or better to earn a verification statement. A grade of “B” or better is suggested in courses marked with (**) to apply to the specialized admissions program.

Exercise Physiology

Lower division: see CoreFSU Curriculum, plus: BSC 2010*/2010L* and BSC 2011*/2011L*; CHM 1045*/1045L*, CHM 1046*/1046L*, CHM 2200*/2200L* or CHM 3217*/L or CHM 2210* and CHM 2211/2211L; HUN 1201* with grade of “B-” or better; MAC 1105*, MAC 1114* and MAC 1140*, PHY 2053C and PHY 2054C; PSY 2012*; STA 2122*. Upper division: APK 3110C, BCH 3023C or BCH 4053 or BCH 4054; HUN 3224, HUN 3226; PET 3102*, PET 3322/3322L, PET 3323C, and PET 4551; and three courses for a minimum of nine credit hours from the following list: APK 3113, APK 4400, APK 4401, APK 4402, APK 4403, HUN 4362, HSC 4711; ATR 3102, PET 3361, PET 3932 (Special Topics: Exercise and Disease), APK 3164, or PET 4076 and electives (to meet graduation requirements). Exercise physiology majors who plan on pursuing advanced degrees in physical therapy or medicine may need to take specified electives to meet admission requirements for these programs. Students are allowed only a single repeat in just ONE of the courses marked with an asterisk (*), This applies to any attempt at any institution.

Food and Nutrition Science

Lower division: see CoreFSU Curriculum plus: BSC 2010/2010L; CHM 1045*/1045L*, CHM 1046*/1046L*, CHM 2210*, and CHM 2211/2211L; ECO 2013 or equivalent; HUN 1201*; MAC 1105*, MAC 1114*, MAC 1140*, and MAC 2311*; MCB 2004/2004L; PHY 2053C; PSY 2012; STA 2122 or STA 2023. Upper division: BCH 3023C; CHM 3120C*; FOS 3026, FOS 3026L, FOS 4114C, and FOS 4209; HUN 3224, and HUN 3226; PET 3322 and PET 3322L; and electives to meet graduation requirements. At least ten additional semester hours must be at the 3000–4000 level for a total of forty hours at the 3000–4000 level. HUN 1201 must be completed with a “B–” or better. Students are allowed only a single repeat in just ONE of the courses marked with an asterisk (*), This applies to any attempt at any institution.

Honors in the Major

The Department of Health, Nutrition and Food Sciences offers a program in honors in the major to encourage talented juniors and seniors to undertake independent and original research as part of the undergraduate experience. Students complete a senior thesis, which usually involves six semester hours, and present an honors seminar. For requirements and other information, see the “University Honors Office and Honor Societies” chapter of this General Bulletin.

Master's and Doctoral Degrees

The Department of Health, Nutrition and Food Sciences offers work leading to the Master of Science in Nutrition and Food Science, the Master of Science in Exercise Physiology, the Doctor of Philosophy in Human Sciences (major in Nutrition Science of Food Science), and the Doctor of Philosophy in Exercise Physiology. Consult the Graduate Bulletin for details.

Definition of Prefixes

APK—Applied Kinesiology

ATR—Athletic Training

DIE—Dietetics

FOS—Food Science

FSS—Food Service System

HSC—Health Sciences

HUN—Human Nutrition

PET—Physical Education Theory

Undergraduate Courses

APK 2001. Medical and Scientific Terminology (3). Prerequisite: PET 3322 or BSC 2085. This course is the study of medical and scientific terminology, the language of medicine that focuses on prefixes, suffixes, word roots and their combining forms by review of each body system and specialty area. Emphasis is on word construction, usage, comprehension, pronunciation, and spelling. In addition, students gain information regarding anatomy and physiology, pathology, diagnostic/surgical procedures, pharmacology, scientific equipment and instruments, and abbreviations.

APK 3113. Methodology of Strength and Conditioning (3). Corequisite: ATR 1810. This course covers topics involving the development of speed, strength, power, and endurance, and explores specific methods of strength and conditioning.

APK 3164. Eating Disorders and Body Image (3). Prerequisite: HUN 1201. This course presents current science based information on the prevention, contributing factors, characteristics and treatment of eating disorders, dieting and body image. Diverse populations with eating disorders, cultural and societal emphasis on thinness, and the role of the media are addressed.

ATR 1800. Introduction to Athletic Training (1). (S/U grade only.) Prerequisites: 2.5 GPA and BSC 2010, BSC 2010L, CHM 1045, CHM 1045L, HUN 1201, MAC 1105, MAC 1114, and MAC 1140. This course offers an introduction to the sports medicine healthcare professions of AT, PT, PA, and MD and others. This course provides the framework for formal application to the Athletic Training Degree Program.

ATR 1810. Athletic Training Clinical I (1). (S/U grade only.) Prerequisite: ATR 1800. This course offers a study of the cognitive, affective, and motor skills required to perform athletic-training techniques in practice settings. The techniques employed in this course reflect those presented in the lecture and laboratory course taken the previous semester.

ATR 2020. First Aid (2). This course includes adult CPR, child CPR, and first aid. In addition, OSHA recommendations, blood borne pathogen precautions, and injuries are discussed.

ATR 2820. Athletic Training Clinical II (1). (S/U grade only.) Prerequisite: ATR 1810. This course offers a study of the cognitive, affective, and motor skills required to perform athletic-training techniques in practice settings. Techniques reflect those presented in the lecture and laboratory courses taken the previous semester.

ATR 3132. Kinesiology (3). Prerequisite: PET 3322. This course introduces basic physical concepts as they apply to human movement. Emphasis is placed upon structural anatomy, neuromuscular physiology, and biomedical principles as they apply to sport skills, injury assessments, fitness activities, and rehabilitative exercises.

DIE 3005. Introduction to Dietetics (1). (S/U grade only.) This course is an introduction to dietetics, the professional opportunities for registered dietitians, the importance of public policy, and the role of the American Dietetic Association in dietetics education and practice.

DIE 4244. Medical Nutrition Therapy II (3). Prerequisites: HUN 1201, HUN 3403, PET 3322, PET 3322L, and DIE 4243.
Corequisites: DIE 4244L and HUN 3226. This course is the second of a two-course sequence. Course material covers the pathophysiology of diseases and nutrition therapy in the treatment and prevention of acute disease states and includes guidelines for client assessment, nutritional diagnosis, intervention, education, and monitoring.

HUN 1201. The Science of Nutrition (3). This course focuses on the elements of nutrition and factors influencing the ability of individuals to maintain good nutrition status.

HUN 2125. Food and Society (3). This course examines the impact of society on human food ways; role of food and nutrition in national development and global politics. For nonmajors.

HUN 3403. Life Cycle Nutrition (3). Prerequisite: HUN 1201. This course examines nutrition during pregnancy, lactation, and growth from infancy to the elderly. Effects of nutrition on mother and child. Interrelationships of diet, nutrition, emotional development, behavior, stress and aging.

PET 1081. Living Learning Center Colloquium (1). This course explores different aspects of the transition to college life. The emphasis is on topics related to wellness, and activities address the health and development of individuals, families, and communities. The course is limited to the College of Health and Human Sciences Reynolds Hall students.

PET 3102. Introduction to Exercise Sciences (1). (S/U grade only.) This course introduces students to fields of study and careers in areas of exercise physiology, motor behavior, athletic training, health and fitness, and physical therapy. Students will examine preparation for careers, including the role of various accrediting organizations. Current professional issues will be discussed. This course is open to non-majors.

PET 3322. Functional Anatomy and Physiology I (3). Prerequisites: CHM 1045 and HUN 1201. Corequisite: PET 3322L. The first part of a two-semester sequence, this course covers the functional anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and endocrine systems, as well as part of the nervous system.

PET 3322L. Functional Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I (1). Prerequisites: CHM 1045 and HUN 1201. Corequisite: PET 3322. The first part of a two-semester sequence, this lab covers the functional anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and endocrine systems, as well as part of the nervous system.

PET 3323C. Functional Anatomy and Physiology II (4). Prerequisite: PET 3322. This course is a continuation of a two-semester sequence of functional anatomy and physiology that includes the integumentary, nervous, lymphatic, immune, and reproductive systems.

Advanced Undergraduate Courses

APK 3110C. Applied Exercise Physiology (4). Prerequisite: PET 3322. This course studies the nature of muscular, metabolic, cardiovascular, and respiratory adjustment to acute and chronic exercise.

ATR 3012C. Orthopedic Assessment–Upper Extremity (3). Prerequisite: ATR 2820. In this course, athletic training students examine the following topics included in this course: clinical orthopedic anatomy; evaluation; and assessment and special test protocols for the shoulder, elbow, forearm, wrist, hand, finger, eye, face, nose, throat, mouth, teeth, cervical spine, head, and neck.

ATR 3102. Athletic Training I (3). Prerequisite: ATR 1800. This course covers basic topics and issues pertaining to athletic training as established by the National Athletic Trainers' Association. Treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries will be introduced.

ATR 3112. First Responder (3). Prerequisite: Instructor permission. This course allows students to develop basic emergency medical skills and knowledge that enables them to assist people who sustain an accidental injury or who suffer a sudden illness. This course covers all the information from the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) First Responder National Standard Curriculum.

ATR 3213C. Orthopedic Assessment–Lower Extremity (3). Prerequisite: ATR 2832. In this course, athletic training students examine the following topics: clinical orthopedic anatomy; evaluation; and assessment and special test protocols for the foot, toes, ankle, knee, pelvis, thigh, thoracic and lumbar spine, and gait analysis.

ATR 3312C. Therapeutic Exercise/Rehabilitation (3). Prerequisite: ATR 3832. In this course, athletic training students examine various exercise and rehabilitation topics including the following: concepts of healing; evaluation and assessment techniques; range of motion and flexibility; goniometric measurement; manual therapy techniques; muscle strengthening; plyometrics; proprioception; posture; ambulation and ambulation aids; core stabilization; aqua therapy; joint rehabilitation protocols; and spine rehabilitation protocols.

ATR 3512. Administration of Athletic Training Programs (3). Prerequisite: ATR 4842. This course explores the aspects of athletic training organization and administration. Topics include program management, human resource management, athletic insurance, risk management, ethical considerations, pre-participation physical exams, and facility design.

ART 3802. First Responder Practicum (1). (S/U grade only.) Prerequisite: ATR 3112. This course is designed to emphasize patient assessment and care procedures at the first-responder level. The skills learned in the didactic First Responder course are refined with actual patient encounters by assisting crew members of the First Responder Unit.

ATR 3832. Athletic Training Clinical III (1). (S/U grade only.) Prerequisite: ATR 2820. This course offers a study of the cognitive, affective, and motor skills required to perform athletic-training techniques in practice settings. Techniques reflect those presented in the lecture and laboratory courses taken the previous semester.

ATR 3942r. Sports Medicine Practicum (0–6). Prerequisite: ATR 1800. This course is designed for athletic training students to investigate and research athletic training special topics through individual study and seminars. Enrollment is allowed by permission of the athletic training curriculum coordinator.

ATR 4302C. Therapeutic Modalities (3). Prerequisite: ATR 1800. This course trains students in common modalities employed by sports medicine. Where applicable, modalities of treatment will examine biophysical principles, effects of treatment, application techniques, and indications and contraindications to treatment. Safety is emphasized during instruction and practical experience.

ATR 4502. Athletic Training Professional Development (3). (S/U grade only.) Prerequisite: ATR 4852. This course covers the cognitive, affective, and motor skills required to perform athletic-training techniques in practice, non-traditional settings. Techniques reflect those presented in previous athletic-training administration lecture/lab courses. This course prepares students for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination and provides information on how the BOC examination is developed and scored.

ATR 4842. Athletic Training Clinical IV (1). (S/U grade only.) Prerequisite: ATR 3832. This course offers a study of the cognitive, affective, and motor skills required to perform athletic-training techniques in practice settings. Techniques reflect those presented in the lecture and laboratory courses taken the previous semester.

ATR 4852. Athletic Training Clinical V (1). (S/U grade only.) Prerequisite: ART 4842. This course covers the cognitive, affective, and motor skills required to perform athletic-training techniques in practice settings. Techniques reflect those presented in previous the orthopedic assessment/lower and the therapeutic exercise/rehabilitation lecture/lab courses.

ATR 4862. Athletic Training Clinical VI (1). (S/U grade only.) Corequisite: ATR 4932. This course is designed as a capstone for advanced-level students who intend to enter the profession of athletic training. Students are evaluated on cognitive, affective, and motor skills - all required to perform athletic training techniques in practice settings. Additional content includes oral, practical, and written examinations; professional-development activities; and a research project. All students enrolled in this course must show proof of current membership in the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA).

ATR 4932. Issues in Sports Medicine (3). Prerequisite: ATR 1810. This course addresses advanced issues relevant to athletic training and sports medicine. Current topics include athletic training administration, athletic training pharmacology, advanced assessment techniques, orthopedic surgical observation, and general medical conditions.

DIE 4243. Medical Nutrition Therapy I (3). Prerequisites: HUN 1201, HUN 3403, PET 3322, PET 3322L. This course presents how diet, nutrition, and functional foods, can help promote health, control weight, and manage chronic diseases. This course includes guidelines for client assessment, nutritional diagnosis, intervention, education, monitoring and evaluation.

DIE 4244L. Medical Nutrition Therapy II Laboratory (1). Prerequisites: BCH 3023C, BSC 2085, DIE 4243, HUN 3224, PET 3322, and PET 3322L. Corequisites: DIE 4244 and HUN 3226. Corequisites: DIE 4244 and HUN 3226. This laboratory covers the application of the principles of nutrition in the treatment and prevention of specific diseases.

DIE 4310. Community Nutrition (3). Prerequisites: DIE 3005 and HUN 1201 with a grade of “B–” or better. This course explores the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nutrition programs in the community; public nutrition policy formulation.

FOS 3026. Foods (3). Prerequisites: CHM 1032 and HUN 1201 with a grade of “B-” or better.. This course is an introduction to the physiochemical properties of food and the relationship of these properties to preparation techniques and food quality. Management and service of food.

FOS 3026L. Foods Laboratory (1). Corequisite: FOS 3026. This course is an introduction to the physiochemical properties of food and the relationship of these properties to preparation techniques and food quality. Management and service of food.

FOS 4114C. Food Science (4). Prerequisites: CHM 2200C, FOS 3026, and FOS 3026L. In this course, topics include food spoilage and food poisoning, food-borne pathogens, food laws and regulations, HACCP and safe food handler practices, with an emphasis on current issues related to the quality and safety of food.

FOS 4209. Food Safety and Quality (3). Prerequisites: FOS 3026 and HUN 1201, or departmental permission. In this course, topics include food spoilage and food poisoning, food-borne pathogens, food laws and regulations, HACCP, and safe food handler practices, with an emphasis on current issues related to the quality and safety of food.

FSS 4135. Institutional Food Economics (3). Prerequisites: DIE 3005, ECO 2000 or ECO 2013, FOS 3026 and FOS 3026L. This course discusses cost analysis, cost containment, organizational structure, food laws, and food and beverage procurement in health care settings.

FSS 4312. Food Service Management (3). Prerequisites: DIE 3005, FOS 3026, FOS 3026L, and HUN 1201. This course focuses on managerial concepts and administration concerns involved with institutional food production.

HSC 4711. Wellness/Health Risk Reduction (3). In this course the emphasis is on positive lifestyle practices to reduce one's risk for disease and for the maintenance of health and vitality. Topics include health behavior, stress, psychological health, chronic diseases, sexually transmitted infections, immunology, and psychoactive substance use and abuse.

HUN 3224. Intermediary Metabolism of Nutrients I (3). Prerequisites: CHM 2200C and HUN 1201 with a grade of “B-” or better. This course is part of a two-semester sequence emphasizing the physiochemical role of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins in metabolic pathways; their integration and regulation; bases for determining requirements for energy- yielding nutrients and energy and dietary standards; cell growth and body composition.

HUN 3226. Intermediary Metabolism of Nutrients II (3). Prerequisites: BCH 3023C or HUN 3224; BSC 2086 or PET 3322; and HUN 1201 with a grade of “B-” or better. This course is part of a two-semester sequence emphasizing the physiochemical role of vitamins, minerals, and water in metabolic pathways; their integration and regulation; bases for determining requirements for vitamins, minerals, and water and dietary standards; nutrition surveys and evaluation of nutrition status.

HUN 3934r. Special Topics in Food and Nutrition (3–6). Prerequisite: HUN 1201 with a grade of “B–” or better. This course focuses on topics in community nutrition, food science and technology, developmental and metabolic aspects of nutrition. May be repeated to a maximum of six semester hours as content changes.

HUN 4362. Functional Foods and Human Health (3). Prerequisite: HUN 1201. This course focuses on what makes a food or a food product functional, chemistry, bioavailability, and health benefits of various functional foods.

HUN 4905r. Directed Individual Study (1–3). May be repeated to a maximum of six semester hours.

HUN 4913r. Honors in the Major Research (1–6). In this course, students accepted into the Honors in the Major program complete an original research or creative project in their major area of study. This course must be repeated at least twice to complete a minimum of six credit hours total, but may be repeated to a maximum of 12 credit hours in total.

HUN 4941r. Nutrition Practicum (1–4). (S/U grade only.) Prerequisites: a 2.5 GPA. This practicum consists of supervised field experience with a selected government or nongovernment agency at the local or state level. May be repeated to a maximum of four semester hours.

PET 3361. Nutrition and Sports (3). Prerequisites: HUN 1201 with a grade of “B–” or better and PET 3322. This course studies the effects of sports training upon individual nutrient stores and requirements and the effects of nutrient intake upon sports performance.

PET 3932r. Special Topics in Wellness and Exercise Science (3–6). This course discusses topics in wellness, health promotion, exercise physiology, biomechanics, and motor behavior. Consult instructor. May be repeated as content changes to a maximum of six semester hours. May be repeated within the same semester.

PET 4076. Physical Dimensions of Aging (4). This course deals with the quality of life and individual differences as we age; physical decline of physiological systems (cardiovascular, muscular, joints, bone, neuromuscular); health, exercise, and well-being; and the pathology of aging. Assists students in developing an understanding of the physical aspects of aging to apply to settings such as physical therapy, sports medicine, and health and fitness programs in hospitals and retirement communities.

PET 4551. Exercise Testing and Prescription (3). Prerequisite: APK 3110C. This course examines techniques of evaluation for physical fitness and health with a particular emphasis on aerobic capacity, flexibility, strength, and body composition and to design, implement, and administer programs for developing physical fitness and lifestyle changes.

PET 4948r. Practicum in Exercise Sciences (1–6). Prerequisites: A 2.75 GPA, ATR 2020 or equivalent, APK 3110C, and instructor permission. This course consists of supervised field experience in exercise physiology or motor control. May include research, athletic training, or community fitness projects. May be repeated to a maximum of six semester hours with permission of the instructor.

For listings relating to graduate coursework, consult the Graduate Bulletin.

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