Sheridan Course Outlines

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Section I: Administrative Information

Total hours: 21.0
Credit Value: 2.0
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Winter 2023
Prerequisites: N/A
Corequisites: N/A
Equivalents: N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Program(s): Nutrition and Wellness Guide
Program Coordinator(s): N/A
Course Leader or Contact: N/A
Version: 20230109_00
Status: Approved (APPR)

Section I Notes: Access to course materials and assignments will be available on Sheridan's Learning and Teaching Environment (SLATE). Students will need reliable access to a computer and the internet.

Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
In this course, students analyze emerging trends and research related to nutrition and fitness to understand the impact of dietary choices and strategies to reduce body fat and increase muscle mass. This course will focus on the importance of evaluating the type and timing of food intake and explore the positive impact of a healthy weight on achieving athletic performance and fitness goals. Students will examine the changing physical and emotional needs of individuals during training and healthy body transformation and assess the impact of environmental and socioeconomic factors on overall athleticism. Students will learn how to identify misleading versus credible health information to gain a stronger understanding of the changing sports nutrition landscape in both popular media and the field of science.

Program Context

Nutrition and Wellness Guide	Program Coordinator(s): N/A
This course is one of three courses in the Health and Wellness Guide micro credential.

Course Critical Performance and Learning Outcomes

	Critical Performance:
	By the end of this course, students develop the ability to analyze emerging trends and research regarding the effects of nutrition on the body in combination with fitness and exercise, special dietary requirements, and coaching strategies to support healthy choices.

Learning Outcomes:

To achieve the critical performance, students will have demonstrated the ability to:

Understand and describe the importance of nutrients within the body to achieve specific athletic performance and fitness goals.
Recognize and articulate the impact of diet and hydration habits to optimize weight management, athletic performance, and recovery.
Utilize, evidence-based research to create fitness plans outlining sports nutrition principles to support athletic performance and weight goals.
Assess changes in nutritional requirements and special dietary requirements as they apply to athletic performance.
Evaluate the credibility of supplements and food products, plans, and strategies to ensure safe and efficacious dietary habits and fitness practices.
Determine and apply effective sports performance tactics and coaching practices to develop and implement personalized lifestyle plans for athletic success.

Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

Evaluation Plan: ONLINE

	Quiz 1	5.0%
	Assignment 1	15.0%
	Assignment 2	20.0%
	Quiz 2	10.0%
	Quiz 3	10.0%
	Quiz 4	10.0%
	Assignment 3	30.0%
	Total	100.0%

Evaluation Notes and Academic Missed Work Procedure:

Note:  A passing grade is 50%.  

TEST AND ASSIGNMENT PROTOCOL

The following protocol applies to every course offered by Continuing and Professional Studies.

1. Students are responsible for staying abreast of test dates and times, as well as due dates and any special instructions for submitting assignments and projects as supplied to the class by the instructor.

2. Students must write all tests at the specified date and time. Missed tests, in-class/online activities, assignments and presentations are awarded a mark of zero. The penalty for late submission of written assignments is a loss of 10% per day for up to five business days (excluding Sundays and statutory holidays), after which, a grade of zero is assigned. Business days include any day that the college is open for business, whether the student has scheduled classes that day or not.  An extension or make-up opportunity may be approved by the instructor at his or her discretion.

Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Colleges and Universities requirements:

Essential Employability Skills
Essential Employability Skills emphasized in the course:

Communication Skills - Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving - Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.
Information Management - Locate, select, organize and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.
Personal Skills - Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact (if course is PLAR-eligible) - Office of the Registrar

Not Eligible for PLAR

Section III: Topical Outline

Some details of this outline may change as a result of circumstances such as weather cancellations, College and student activities, and class timetabling.
Instruction Mode: Online
Professor: Multiple Professors
Resource(s):

	Type	Description
Optional	Other	N/A

Applicable student group(s): Continuing Education Students.
Course Details:

Module 1: General Exercise Physiology and Nutrition
General principles of exercise physiology
Impact of exercise training on health and wellness
Importance of appropriate nutrition on body functions and physical fitness
(Quiz 1, 5%)

Module 2: Muscle Building and Nutritional Requirements
Overview of muscle production pathways
Importance of protein and other nutrients critical for muscle health
Strategies and exercise plans to support muscle production
New science and emerging research
(Quiz 2, 10%)

Module 3: Weight Loss and Nutritional Requirements
Vitamins, minerals, and carbohydrate metabolism on exercise-related pathways
Food sources and supplementary sources of essential nutrients for exercise physiology
Bioavailability and individual needs during fitness and exercise
New science and emerging research
(Assessment 1 – Diet 15%)

Module 4: Carbohydrates and Micronutrient Metabolism during Exercise
Overview of energy requirements and weight loss benefits for health and wellbeing
Importance of nutrients and physical activity for fat metabolism and weight loss
Strategies and exercise plans for weight loss and weight maintenance
New science and emerging research
(Quiz 3, 10%)

Module 5: Effective coaching and factors that may influence performance
Evolving psychological impact during wanted/unwanted body changes
Socio-cultural and economic factors impacting health and wellness
Effective coaching strategies and techniques
New science and emerging research
(Assessment 2 – Coaching 20%)

Module 6: Hydration and Special Dietary Concerns
Overview of hydration for general wellness
Importance of maintaining hydration during fitness and exercise
Overview of common special dietary needs/preferences
Incorporating special dietary needs/preferences into fitness plans
New science and emerging research
(Quiz 4, 10%)
(Assignment 3 – Lifestyle plan 30%)

Sheridan Policies

It is recommended that students read the following policies in relation to course outlines:

Academic Integrity
Copyright
Intellectual Property
Respectful Behaviour
Accessible Learning

All Sheridan policies can be viewed on the Sheridan policy website.

Appropriate use of generative Artificial Intelligence tools: In alignment with Sheridan's Academic Integrity Policy, students should consult with their professors and/or refer to evaluation instructions regarding the appropriate use, or prohibition, of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for coursework. Turnitin AI detection software may be used by faculty members to screen assignment submissions or exams for unauthorized use of artificial intelligence.

Course Outline Changes: The information contained in this Course Outline including but not limited to faculty and program information and course description is subject to change without notice. Nothing in this Course Outline should be viewed as a representation, offer and/or warranty. Students are responsible for reading the Important Notice and Disclaimer which applies to Programs and Courses.

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