DTN3NPO
NUTRITION PROJECT
DTN3NPO
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will undertake a small project in nutrition that can be taken individually or as part of a group project, where individual objectives for the student's project are met. The project will provide students with experience and skills in project management, data collection, data analysis and interpretation, critical analysis, and preparation of a scientific report. Students are expected to attend workshops, complete on-line modules, work independently in self-directed learning, and meet regularly with their project supervisor.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAudrey Tierney
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be enrolled in HBHN - Bachelor of Human Nutrition and must have passed DTN2PNU. All other students require Subject Coordinator approval.
Co-requisites DTN4EPI
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Introduction to Research in the Health Sciences, | Prescribed | Polgar, S and Thomas, S A 2008 | 5TH EDN CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE, UK, EDINBURGH |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. To be able to critically appraise the literature related to the chosen project area.
- Activities:
- On-line self-directed modules, meetings with supervisors, attendance of relevant workshop.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
02. To be able to design and implement a data collection tool, and gain practical skills in data collection.
- Activities:
- On-line self-directed modules, meetings with supervisors, attendance of relevant workshop.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
03. To apply the principles of ethical conduct of research to the implementation of a project.
- Activities:
- On-line self directed modules, meetings with supervisors, seminars.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Ethical/ Social Responsibility(Ethical/ Social Responsibility)
04. To be able to analyse data using simple statistical techniques and interpret the findings.
- Activities:
- On-line self-directed modules, meetings with supervisors, attendance of relevant workshop.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
05. To communicate the findings of a project in an oral presentation to peers.
- Activities:
- On-line self-directed modules, meetings with supervisors, attendance of relevant workshop.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Communication(Communication)
06. To be able to write a research report in the format of an original paper or review paper.
- Activities:
- On-line self-directed modules, meetings with supervisors, attendance of relevant workshop.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
Subject options
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Hong Kong, 2017, Week 04-30, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAudrey Tierney
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 04 - 30
One 30.0 hours seminar per study period from week 04 to week 30 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final project report (3,000 words) | 60 | 06, 05, 04, 03, 02, 01 | |
| One 20-minute oral presentation | 25 | 01, 05 | |
| Regular meetings with supervisor. | (incl. a record of critical review of relevant research papers - signed by supervisor) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2017, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size45
Enrolment information Quota due to limited project availability. Merit based quota. Priority is given to students enrolled in HBHN for whom DTN3NPO is core, then to other students until the quota is reached.
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAudrey Tierney
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 37 - 43
One 3.0 hours lecture/workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final project report (3,000 words) | 60 | 06, 05, 04, 03, 02, 01 | |
| One 20-minute oral presentation | 25 | 01, 05 | |
| Regular meetings with supervisor. | (incl. a record of critical review of relevant research papers - signed by supervisor) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |