NUTRITION PROJECT
DTN3NPO
2018
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.
School: School of Allied Health
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Ashley Ng
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 3 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Must be admitted in HBHN and must have passed DTN2PNU OR must be admitted in HBHNHK and no other rule applies. All other students require Subject Coordinator approval.
Co-requisites: DTN4EPI
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/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. 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:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. 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:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)
03. 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:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)
04. 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:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
05. Communicate the findings of the project in a clear and coherent manner for a group of peers
- Activities:
- On-line self-directed modules, meetings with supervisors, attendance of relevant workshop.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Hong Kong, 2018, Week 05-16, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: No
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Antigone Kouris-Blazos
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 05 - 16
One 30.0 hours seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 05 to week 16 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final project report (3,000 words) | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| One 5-minute oral presentation beside a poster display (250 word equivalent) | 15 | 01, 05 | |
| Critical review of relevant research papers (500 word equivalent) | (incl. a record of critical review of relevant research papers - signed by supervisor) | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2018, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: 45
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-ordinator: Ashley Ng
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 34 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture/workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 34 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"one two hour workshop per week for 10 weeks of Semester two starting week 34"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final project report (3,000 words) | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| One 5-minute oral presentation beside a poster display (250 word equivalent) | 15 | 01, 05 | |
| Critical review of relevant research papers (500 word equivalent) | (incl. a record of critical review of relevant research papers - signed by supervisor) | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |