Nutrition Department
Nutrition Graduate Program:
Nutrition Course Descriptions
NTR 500* (4), Exercise Physiology. Study of the cardiorespiratory and neuromuscular systems and how they respond and adapt to exercise. Other topics are body composition, endocrine/hormonal responses to exercise, environmental physiology (effects of temperature and pressure), exercise and aging, and gender differences. Prerequisites: BIOL 208 (anatomy) or 258 (physiology). (Cross-listed BIOL 358 and EXPH 500.)
Each Term (semester).
NTR 511 (4), Nutrition and Health Education. Theoretical foundation and applications of nutrition and health behavior theories.
Winter.
NTR 512 (4), Nutrition and Public Health. In this course, human nutritional needs, food choices, cultural patterns, and public health applications are studied. (Cross-listed MPH 612)
[Not offered in 2007-2009]
NTR 519 (2), Sports Nutrition for Health. The course discusses the biochemical and physiological rationale for optimal nutrient intake for exercise. Applications include exercises of varying intensity and duration, training and recovery periods, and various sports. Prerequisites: physiology, biochemistry, and a basic nutrition course.
(Cross-listed NUTR 390.) Fall.
NTR 521* (2), Fitness Testing Lab. Laboratory and field-based testing of selected physiological parameters of the human. Exercise leadership principles and skills are emphasized. (Cross-listed HLSC 321 and EXPH 521.)
Fall (semester).
NTR 522* (2), EKG Lab. Practice in the measurement and interpretation of the 12-lead EKG: normal, changes with disease, changes with exercise and stress testing. Prerequisite NTR/EXPH 521. (Cross-listed HLSC 322 and EXPH 522.)
Spring (semester).
NTR/NUTR 542* (4), Applied Nutritional Physiology. A physiological and biochemical examination of the impact of lifestyle factors (e.g., nutrient excesses and deficiencies, exercise, stress) on disease processes associated with Syndrome X. Prerequisites: basic nutrition, biochemistry and physiology courses.
Spring (semester).
NTR 560* (4), Advanced Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology. In depth study of the normal functioning of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Emphasis is placed on the acute effects of exercise as well as the adaptations that occur as a result of exercise. (Cross-listed HLSC 360 and EXPH 560. )
Fall (semester).
NTR 595 (2), Nutrition Counseling. Interviewing methods and counseling skill development, techniques, and issues. Incorporates principles of ethics, outcome measurements, and reimbursement. Prerequisites: advanced nutrition course; credit or registration in NTR 511, MPH 601, or MPH 632 (or health/nutrition education course).
Spring (quarter).
NTR 600 (1-4), Independent Study. Arranged on a specific topic by teaching/learning contract with instructor. Prerequisite: Dept Consent.
NTR 614 (4), Advanced Human Nutrition.
This class will provide students with an in-depth study of the metabolism of carbohydrate, fat, protein, vitamins, and minerals. An understanding of action and interaction of nutrients with other micronutrients as well as macronutrients and metabolic consequences will be stressed. Emphasis on providing understanding of research methodology in nutrition using the current literature in the field will also be discussed.
Prerequisites: physiology, biochemistry, & basic nutrition course.
(Cross-listed NUTR 390 and MPH 614). Fall.
NTR 615 (4), Medical Nutrition Therapy Advanced Concepts and Outcome Measurement. Application of clinical assessment techniques, data gathering methods, care planning, and documentation for patients with complex disease states. Use of waivered point of care techniques will be taught and require student demonstration of competence. Critical analysis and application of current issues in the clinical nutrition case arena. Student skill in gathering and applying information from a variety of sources is enhanced. Requirements related to patient confidentiality and professional conduct are emphasized. Transportation is required, as off-campus site is utilized. Prerequisite: Instructor Consent.
Early fall.
NTR 620 (4), Nutrition in Women's Health. Examination of the impact of nutrition on physiological changes in women's health and nutrition, including the use of functional foods. Explores issues throughout the life cycle, including eating disorders, pregnancy and lactation, menopause, osteoporosis, heart disease, and cancer. Prerequisites: physiology, biochemistry & nutrition.
(Cross-listed MPH 620) [Not offered in 2007-2009]
NTR 621 (4), Obesity: Theory & Practice Applications. Discussion of the etiology, physiological, pathophysiological, and psychological impacts, and multidisciplinary assessment and treatment modalities of obesity for persons throughout the life cycle. Prerequisites: physiology, biochemistry, and an advanced nutrition course.
(Cross-listed NUTR 390 and MPH 621). Winter.
NTR 622 (1), Case Studies in Dietetics Seminar. Uses case study approach for exploration of medical nutrition therapy, community, and counseling issues. Prerequisite: registration in NTR 689 or Instructor Consent.
Spring (quarter).
NTR 623* (3) Graded Exercise Testing. Exercise testing and prescription. Consideration of the implication of exercise for persons in rehabilitative programs. Experience in writing and implementing individualized exercise prescriptions, performing stress testing, and understanding the contraindications involved in these actions. Prerequisite NTR/EXPH 521 & 522. (Cross-listed EXPH 623.)
Summer.
NTR 624 (3), Portfolio and Professional Issues in Nutrition Services Management. This course focuses on professional development, self-evaluation, and goal-setting. Legislative and public policy issues are addressed as they impact dietetics. Students are introduced to the ADA Professional Development system. Test taking strategies and sample test questions related to the ADA Registration Exam are introduced to the students. As an outcome of the course, students will develop a professional portfolio, including a plan for life-long learning. Prerequisite: concurrent registration in NTR 689 or Instructor Consent.
Summer.
NTR 625 (4), Complementary and Alternative Nutrition. Scientific examination of the use, mechanisms of action, efficacy, side effects, and practical recommendations for food and herbal complementary and alternative therapies. Prerequisites: physiology, biochemistry, & adv nutrition course.
(Cross-list NUTR 390.)
Spring (quarter).
NTR 629 (4), Nutrition and Health Research Planning. Principles and application of the research process, as applied to nutrition, with a focus on community-based research and evaluating outcomes of health educational programs.
Prerequisites: statistics and advanced nutrition course.
Fall.
NTR 630 (4) , Science of Sports Nutrition. The course examines the metabolic and physiologic basis for macronutrient and micronutrient recommendations during training, competition/performance, and recovery. Includes disease applications and case studies. Prerequisites: physiology, biochemistry, and a nutrition course.
(Cross-list NUTR 390.)
Summer.
NTR 631 (2), Nutrition for Elite Athletes. A case study approach to assess unique needs and nutritional concerns, and design nutrition strategies for training and performance in elite athletes. Includes ergogenic aids.
Prerequisite: NTR 630.
Summer.
NTR 632 (2), Counseling for Disordered Eating in Sports. Use of case studies to focus on the identification of eating
disorders, assessment of impact on performance, and nutrition counseling strategies.
Prerequisite: NTR 519 or 630, or consent of MSNW Director.
Summer.
NTR 639 (3 or 6), Sports Nutrition Internship. Applied experiences in sports nutrition. Activities are designed to include body composition assessment and evaluation of needs and status of individuals and groups, development of nutrition strategies for varied conditions, and client education. Off-campus; transportation and malpractice insurance are required. May register for two sections concurrently. Must request placement 3 months in advance. May be repeated for credit. Not available until 2008.
Prerequisite: RD and consent of MSNW program director.
NTR 664* (4), Special Populations. Basic assessment and treatment of special populations – such as adolescents, geriatric patients and those with neuromuscular disorders – and diabetes, pulmonary, renal or orthopedic problems. Prerequisite: NTR/EXPH 662. (Cross-listed EXPH 664.)
Spring (semester).
NTR 684 (4), Program Development and Administration. Policies and procedures for the development of all phases of wellness programs with special emphasis on budgets, management, and evaluation. Prerequisites: NTR 621 and 629; and NTR 511, MPH 601 or MPH 632.
Fall.
NTR 685 (1-6), Applied Program Evaluation. Practical application in health program assessment, planning, delivery, data collection and analysis, and outcomes evaluation. Final credit is to complete Thesis and Oral Defense. Can be repeated for credit. May register for multiple sections in the same term. Prerequisite: NTR 684, statistics, and Instructor Consent.
NTR 689 (1-4), Dietetic Internship. Supervised field placement in community education, health care, and management organizations. Taken more than once to total the 10 credits required for the M.S.N.W. or M.P.H. degree and to meet 1,014 clock-hour requirement for ADA Internship Verification Statement. May be repeated for credit. May be enrolled in multiple sections of the course simultaneously. Prerequisites: completion of DPD, separate acceptance into Dietetic Internship program, and Instructor Consent.
NTR 691 (1), Nutrition and Health Research Analysis. In this computer lab course, each student will utilize statistical software to analysis his/her own thesis data and write the results chapter of his/her thesis. Students are expected to have completed data collection and input prior to the start of the course. Prerequisite: NTR 629 and 2 credits of NTR 692.
Summer.
NTR 692 (1-3), Nutrition Thesis. Development and completion of written thesis for original nutrition research. Research is conducted under the supervision of a Nutrition Department faculty member or program director. Oral defense. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Instructor Consent.
A future planned course offering (2009) is Pediatric Nutrition.
Note: NTR and MPH courses are offered in the quarter terms, with the following exceptions.
NUTR and NTR exercise physiology courses (marked with an asterik) are offered in the semester terms.
Undergraduate level nutrition courses are listed on the nutrition web page:
http://www.ben.edu/nutrition/dpdcourses.html.
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