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FON100: Introductory Nutrition – 3 credits

Introduction to the science of food and human nutrition. Current sustainable dietary recommendations and applications for maximizing well-being and minimizing risk of chronic disease throughout the life cycle. An overview of the nutrients, emphasizing the importance of energy and fluid balance, and optimal functioning of the digestive system. Understanding factors that influence food intake in different cultures. Methods for evaluating credibility of nutrition claims, a focus on modern food safety and technology practices, and a worldview of nutrition are included. Emphasis is on personal dietary behavior change for a holistic life of wellness. Prerequisites: None.

FON104: Certification in Food Service Safety and Sanitation – 1 credit

Preparation for and certification in a national food sanitation and safety program. Emphasis on food from purchasing, receiving, and storing to preparation, holding, and serving. Focuses on safe and sanitary food service facilities and equipment, employee habits and personal hygiene, and role of management in safety and sanitation. Includes time-temperature principles, foodborne illnesses, pest control, accident prevention, standards for cleaning and sanitizing, and regional regulations and standards. Prerequisites: None.

FON125: Introduction to Professions in Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics – 1 credit

Overview and discussion of career opportunities in the fields of food, nutrition, and dietetics. Includes information about history, ethics, standards of practice, communication and counseling skills. Emphasis on how to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist or a Dietetic Technician Registered.
Prerequisites: None.

FON135: Sustainable Cooking – 3 credits

Basic cooking techniques for healthful and enjoyable eating. Emphasis on strategies for maximizing the use of whole, local, and nutrient-dense food while focusing on applying the dietary recommendations for optimal health to food choices. Opportunities to learn about sustainable food living and identifying resources that enable people to be more in control of their food supply. Covers issues of diversity as related to sustainable food systems and equitable access to food.
Prerequisites: None. Note: Laboratory component involves hands-on experience in the college teaching or commercial kitchen and garden (or similar teaching or commercial food operation). Students employed in a farm-to-table or similar operation may complete their hands-on portion under their employer's supervision.

FON142AB: Science of Food – 3 credits

Exploration and Application of Scientific Principles of Food; experiences with ingredient functionality and application in cooking techniques. Prerequisites: None.

FON143: Food and Culture – 3 credits

Understanding diet in the context of culture. Historical, religious, and sociocultural influences on the development of cuisine, meal patterns, eating customs, cooking methods, and nutritional status of various ethnic groups. Traditional and contemporary food habits. Health and social impact of changes in diet. Preparation of cultural foods. Prerequisites: None. Note: FON143 may be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Global Awareness [G]

FON161: Sustainable Food Production Systems – 3 credits

Overview of the global food system. Covers historical events impacting current food production model and the effects food systems have on the environment, health, and communities. Also covers conventional agriculture and food safety concerns. Emphasis on the movement towards sustainable food systems. Prerequisites: None.

FON163: Sustainable Kitchen Practices – 3 credits

Overview of sustainable kitchen practices. Covers energy efficient appliances and equipment, as well as electricity and water conservation practices. Includes environmentally friendly kitchen products and methods for disposal of waste. Researching food sources, purchasing locally, and building relationships, and promoting local food equity are also covered. Emphasis in preparing organic, seasonal, and local foods, and developing sustainable menus.
Prerequisites: None.

FON165: Sustainable Food Entrepreneurship – 3 credits

Overview of the process for starting a small food business. Covers stages for introducing a variety of food products into the market, food safety, and sanitation requirements. Includes business and marketing strategies, processing, labeling, and distribution requirements for different food product types such as dairy, meat, poultry, and fish. Covers the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion for the sustainable food entrepreneur. Also covers available resources for small food business support.
Prerequisites: None.

FON207: Introduction to Nutrition Services Management – 3 credits

Principles, knowledge, and techniques required for effective nutrition services management. Includes nutrition service issues in relation to health care trends, leadership skills, management theories and styles, food service manager responsibilities, and laws which pertain to nutrition service operations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (MAT055, MAT056, and MAT057), or (MAT090, or MAT091, or MAT092), or satisfactory mathematics placement.

FON225: Research in Complementary and Alternative Nutrition Therapies – 3 credits

Introduction to basic research methods and statistics as applied to complementary and alternative nutrition therapies. Emphasis on the analysis and interpretation of health-related research. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory score on district placement exam.

General Education Designations: Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]

FON241: Principles of Human Nutrition – 3 credits

Scientific principles of human nutrition. Emphasis on scientific literacy and the study of nutrients for disease prevention. Includes macronutrients and micronutrients, human nutrient metabolism and nutrition's role in the health of the human body throughout the life cycle. Addresses nutrition principles for prevention of nutrition-related health conditions. Prerequisites: None. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences - [NSI] in combination with FON241LL; General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (General) - [SG] in combination with FON241LL.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences [NSI], Natural Sciences General [SG]

FON241LL: Principles of Human Nutrition Laboratory – 1 credit

Self-evaluative laboratory experience to complement FON241, Principles of Human Nutrition using anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary analysis. Includes the use of qualitative and quantitative methodology to determine nutritional status and evaluate methodological applications. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences - [NSI] in combination with FON241; General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (General) - [SG] in combination with FON241 Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON241 or Corequisites: FON241.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences [NSI], Natural Sciences General [SG]

FON242: Introduction to Medical Nutrition Therapy – 3 credits

Introduction to fundamental principles of medical nutrition therapy. Introduces the study of nutritional therapy of disease and evidence-based practice in prevention and nutritional management of diseases. Nutrition care planning for chronic diseases is taught via a variety of methods including case studies. This course applies foundational skills in the application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) for diet therapy implementation and documentation. Includes strategies to promote dietary adherence and the development of educational programs for a diverse adult population. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO160 and FON241.

FON246AA: Community Nutrition Practicum – 2 credits

Classroom preparation and training, under the instruction of a registered dietitian. Understanding of principles, knowledge and skills required in the delivery of nutrition services in community-based agencies, outpatient health care settings, and social service agencies. Includes knowledge and understanding of nutrition intervention and wellness promotion for individuals and groups across the lifespan, i.e. infants through geriatrics with a diversity of cultural, religious and social backgrounds. Note: Students must be in compliance with the Maricopa Community Colleges Allied Health Program Student Policies. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (FON125 and FON242) and permission of Program Director. Corequisites: FON246AB.

FON246AB: Community Nutrition Practicum Laboratory – 2 credits

Practicum experience under the supervision of a registered dietitian. Application of principles, knowledge and skills required in the delivery of nutrition services in community-based agencies, outpatient health care settings, and social service agencies. Includes nutrition intervention and wellness promotion for individuals and groups across the lifespan, i.e. infants through geriatrics with a diversity of cultural, religious and social backgrounds. Note: Students must be in compliance with the Maricopa Community Colleges Allied Health Program Student Policies. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (FON125 and FON242) and permission of Program Director. Corequisites: FON246AA.

FON247: Weight Management Science – 3 credits

The comprehensive study of obesity as a disease of modern society due to multiple determinants. Use of evidence-based data and methods to assess and manage weight in various settings. Use of client-centered counseling strategies, including behavior change theories. Focus on discovering successful healthful long-term weight management strategies. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON100 or FON241 or permission of Instructor.

FON270AA: Applied Nutrition Experience for Personal Trainers and Coaches – 1 credit

Applied nutrition course customized around the interests and needs of the individual student enrolled in the Nutrition Certificate for Personal Trainers and Coaches. Note: FON270AA may be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours. Prerequisites: Completion of six (6) credits of FON courses with a grade of C or better, and permission of Department/Division Chair and/or the Program Director.

FON298AA: Special Projects – 1 credit

Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.