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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.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18692
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/0304/21
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • S. Tjonn
Open
3 of 18 Seats Available
29227
Scottsdale
Online Course
Online
03/1705/09
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • R. Shedden
Open
8 of 25 Seats Available
    • Notes: ONLINE CLASS. All classwork can be completed entirely online.
      This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access and speakers.
      This class meets for an 8-week period during the full length semester. Students should expect an increased amount of work each week during the 8 weeks as compared to the same class offered in the full semester. Students are encouraged to work with an academic advisor to be sure their course load is balanced over the course of a given semester.

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.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18694
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/0304/21
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • B. Khan
Open
12 of 15 Seats Available

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.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
25161
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
03/1705/09
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • D. Kinsfather
Open
7 of 24 Seats Available
    • Notes: Second Eight (8) Week Class
    • Additional Notes: This is a class that focuses on jobs and careers in nutrition.
      Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
12623
Glendale
Online Class
Online
03/1705/09
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • G. Lilley
Open
11 of 24 Seats Available
    • Notes: ONLINE
      Online classes are completely asynchronous but may include optional synchronous components such as review sessions, office hours, etc.

      Students are required to have access to a computer/mobile device and Internet access, and a webcam may be necessary for specific classes.

      Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class.

      For information about how to get started, go to https://www.gccaz.edu/online/readiness. Click 'Canvas' link in column on the left and then click 'Log in to Canvas': https://learn.maricopa.edu
      Flex Start Class

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 and serving of foods from many cultures. Prerequisites: None. Note: FON143 may be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours.

General Education Designations: G

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18700
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/0304/21
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • P. Savery
Open
22 of 25 Seats Available

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.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
23503
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/1004/21
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • P. Savery
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available

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.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
22600
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/1004/21
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • P. Savery
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available
    • Notes: Eight (8) Week Class
      Microsoft Office Excel 365 or Excel 2019 is required.
      Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
      Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

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.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
23115
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/0304/21
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • P. Savery
Open
22 of 25 Seats Available
    • Notes: Eight (8) Week Class
      Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
      Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

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

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18684
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/0304/21
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • J. Koslo
Open
10 of 25 Seats Available
    • Notes: Eight (8) Week Class
      Lab Component Recommended
      Microsoft Word is required.
    • Additional Notes: Enrollment in both a FON241 Lecture class and a FON241LL Laboratory class is required for Natural Sciences designation.
18685
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/0304/21
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • R. Crawford
Open
7 of 18 Seats Available
    • Notes: Sixteen (16) Week Class
      Lab Component Recommended
      Microsoft Word is required.
      This FON241 section is a 16-week course. Although the 8-week calendar option appears available to students, calendar changes to this option will be reverted to the default 16-week calendar without prior instructor approval. Please note that 8-week sections for FON241 are available.
    • Additional Notes: Enrollment in both a FON241 Lecture class and a FON241LL Laboratory class is required for Natural Sciences designation.
14547
South Mountain
ONLINE
Online
03/1705/09
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • G. Lilley
Open
6 of 25 Seats Available

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

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
22661
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/0304/21
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • R. Crawford
Open
1 of 11 Seats Available
    • Notes: Eight (8) Week Class
      Software Required
      Lecture Component Recommended
    • Additional Notes: Enrollment in both a FON241 Lecture class and a FON241LL Laboratory class is required for Natural Sciences designation.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
22662
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/0304/21
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • R. Crawford
Open
4 of 7 Seats Available
    • Notes: Sixteen (16) Week Class
      8-week class option available
      Software Required
      Lecture Component Recommended
    • Additional Notes: Enrollment in both a FON241 Lecture class and a FON241LL Laboratory class is required for Natural Sciences designation.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
22666
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/1004/21
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
  • J. Koslo
Open
10 of 11 Seats Available
    • Notes: Eight (8) Week Class
      Lecture Component Recommended
      Software Required
    • Additional Notes: Enrollment in both a FON241 Lecture class and a FON241LL Laboratory class is required for Natural Sciences designation.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor