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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.

FON100LL: Introductory Nutrition Laboratory – 1 credit

Introduction to nutrition using anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary analysis. Includes the use of qualitative and quantitative methodology to determine nutritional status and evaluate methodological applications. Emphasis on relationship between energy balance and weight regulation and health. Prerequisites: None. Note: Self-evaluative laboratory experience to complement FON100.

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: 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.

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 (General) - [SG] in combination with: FON241LL

General Education Designations: 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 (General) - [SG] in combination with: FON241 Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON241 or Corequisites: FON241.

General Education Designations: SG

FON245AA: Medical Nutrition Therapy Practicum – 2 credits

Classroom preparation and training, under the instruction and supervision of a registered dietitian. Understanding of principles, knowledge, and skills required for the delivery of medical nutrition therapy. Comprehension of nutritional screening, assessment, monitoring, and evaluation for common and complex medical conditions, medical documentation, patient interviewing and counseling, and education in health promotion and disease prevention. 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, FON242, and HCC145AA) and (MAT092, or equivalent, or satisfactory district placement) and permission of Program Director. Corequisites: FON245AB.

FON245AB: Medical Nutrition Therapy Practicum Laboratory – 2.5 credits

Practicum experience under the supervision of a registered dietitian. Application of principles, knowledge, and skills required for the delivery of medical nutrition therapy. Perform nutritional screening, assessment, monitoring, and evaluation for common and complex medical conditions, medical documentation, patient interviewing and counseling, and education in health promotion and disease prevention. 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, FON242, and HCC145AA) and (MAT092, or equivalent, or satisfactory district placement) and permission of Program Director. Corequisites: FON245AA.

FON250: Nutrition and Dietetic Exam Review – 1 credit

This course is intended to prepare dietetic students for the national exam for the nutrition and dietetic technician, registered (NDTR) credential. An emphasis in food service and medical nutrition therapy will be reviewed to prepare students for national exam content. In addition, nutrition science principles and community nutrition will be covered. The current NDTR study guide will be used to guide exam preparation. Note: " Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director.