FOOD AND NUTRITION PRACTICAL SKILLS
HBS301
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will undertake a series of interactive, application focused practical exercises that apply foundational knowledge of biochemistry, physiology and human nutrition. The aim of the subject is to instil concepts, knowledge and skills that will enable the application of these principles within a laboratory environment.
School: School of Life Sciences
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Kristina Anevska
Available to Study Abroad Students: No
Subject year level: Year Level 3 - UG
Exchange Students: No
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Students must be admitted into one of the following course codes: HBFN, HBFNX or HOUA and have successfully completed the following subjects: DTN201 and HBS202 and HBS204 and BCM202.
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: DTN202.
Special conditions: This subject is offered via Open Universities Australia. La Trobe University students can undertake this subject as part of a cross institutional enrolment under certain circumstances, and must seek approval from the Bachelor of Food and Nutrition Course Coordinator for eligibility. Due to the nature of the subject content and online delivery, enrolments are generally not permitted past the published OUA enrolment date for the study period. Students will be required to spend 10 working days (Mon-Fri) at the Bundoora Campus of La Trobe University to complete an intensive block of practical laboratory classes. Students are responsible for costs associated with travel and accommodation while completing the intensive. Students will also be responsible for purchasing a lab coat and safety glasses for practical class.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Silverthorn, Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach | Recommended | Dee Unglaub Silverthorn, 2016 | Pearson, Global Edition 7ed |
| Readings | Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry (2012) | Recommended | David L Nelson & Michael M Cox | W.H. FREEMAN & COMPANY, NEW YORK |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Measure and record experimental data relevant to the practical skills required for food and nutrition sciences.
- Activities:
- Laboratory practical sessions (on campus intensive), laboratory manuals, laboratory report.
02. Analyze experimental data to draw evidence-based conclusions.
- Activities:
- Laboratory Practical sessions (on campus intensive), online quizzes, laboratory manuals, laboratory report.
03. Prepare written scientific reports consistent with industry discipline standards.
- Activities:
- Laboratory reports, laboratory manuals
04. Demonstrate practical skills and laboratory safety for food and nutrition sciences..
- Activities:
- Laboratory practical sessions (on campus intensive), online quizzes, laboratory manuals, laboratory report.
Melbourne, 2019, OUA Study Period 4, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: No
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Kristina Anevska
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 48
One 2.0 hours lecture/workshop per study period on any day including weekend during the day in week 48 and delivered via blended.
"Lectures will introduce you to the practical program for HBS301 and orientation to campus"
PracticalWeek: 48
Fourteen 3.0 hours practical per study period on any day including weekend during the day in week 48 and delivered via blended.
"Application of practical skills for chemistry, physiology and nutrition."
PracticalWeek: 48
Five 4.0 hours practical per study period on any day including weekend during the day in week 48 and delivered via blended.
"Application of practical skills for chemistry, physiology and nutrition."
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 48
Four 1.0 hours scheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day in week 48 and delivered via online.
"Synchronous Sessions"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Quizzes equivalent to 600 words | Online quiz addressing the pre-practical preparation and post practical knowledge tests | 20 | 02, 04 |
| Laboratory reports equivalent to 1700 words | Reports based on data collected and analyzed during the face-to-face intensive | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Laboratory Manual equivalent to 1700 words | Questions in lab books to be completed during lab classes | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |