Tulsa Community College
Nutrition Course Syllabus
Spring Semester 2015
Course & Section: Bio 1383-304 Nutrition
Instructor: Marcia A. Curley, RDN/LD
CR Number: 21098
Date and Time: Jan 12 – May 8, 2015; MWF, 11:00 – 11:50am
Room Number: SEC Room 8217
Phone: 595-7673—leave messages only
E-Mail: Marcia.Curley@tulsacc.edu This is the best way to contact instructor.
TO CONTACT THE DIVISION OFFICE:
Division: Science and Mathematics
Associate Dean: Lyn Kent
Office: SEC 8125
Phone Number: 918-595-7742
TO CONTACT ACADEMIC & CAMPUS SERVICES:
Director: Susan Burlew
Office: SEC 2202
Phone: 918-595-7673
OTHER COMMUNICATION TOOLS: Outlook e-mail and Blackboard
COURSE PREREQUISITES: None
TEXTBOOKS AND OTHER SUPPLIES: Nutrition: An Applied Approach, 4th Edition, Thompson and Manore, with the
MasteringNutritionandHealth access code. OR, An eText and the MasteringNutritionandHealth access code may be
purchased at http://www.pearsonmylabandmastering.com/northamerica/masteringhealthandnutrition/ Chapter Outlines,
Chapter Quizzes, and other course documents are located on Blackboard.
CATALOG DESCRIPTION: This course is an evaluation of basic composition of nutrients and accessory factors
required for adequate human nutrition. Students will learn the application of nutritional principles to the planning of
normal and special dietary regimes.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: After the completion of this course, the student will be able to:
 Relate the basic principles of nutrition to health.
 Identify the sources, characteristics, and functions of nutrients.
 Identify the processes by which foods are utilized by the body.
 Develop an awareness of how nutrition contributes to wellness and quality of life.
TEACHING METHODS: This course is primarily a lecture course with discussion and other class participation activities
included. In order to create an optimal learning experience, the student is encouraged to be an active participant in all
discussions and activities. Lecture will be supplemented with PowerPoint slides, videos, and other activities. The
student is responsible for all material in lecture unless otherwise advised. The student is responsible for all textbook
material in the chapters that are covered in lecture.
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EVALUATION TECHNIQUES: The final grade will be determined according to the following system:
 4 Exams
= 400 points
If, for any reason, a student is unable to take a lecture exam, student may make-up the exam during
the last 2 weeks of the semester: April 27 – May 7. It is the student’s responsibility to communicate with
the instructor regarding make-up exams.

3-Day Dietary Analysis
= 100 points
Using the online MyDietAnalysis 5.0 program, students will conduct a dietary analysis of their food
consumption during a 3-day period. A written summary should be included with your reports.
More details for this assignment are posted on my Blackboard site.
If you purchased a new textbook, you received an access code for the
MasteringNutritionandHealth website.
Since this is an online assignment—I would highly recommend that students do NOT wait until the
last minute. Students should log-on and ensure their access code is working correctly.
NOTE: This assignment will not be accepted LATE unless there are extreme and
extenuating circumstances, in which case, written documentation will be required.

The “Diet” Paper
= 100 points
Each student will research a current weight-loss or popular diet plan. Paper should include an
overview of the diet; pros and cons of the diet; discussion of any pertinent research; and the
student’s conclusion of the diet’s effectiveness. Students will give a verbal presentation of their
report which should be supported by a PowerPoint (or comparable program) presentation.
(Students should submit a copy of the PowerPoint Slides with the written report.) Written report
should be a minimum of 750 words. Report should be submitted in MLA format.
NOTE: This assignment will not be accepted LATE unless there are extreme and
extenuating circumstances, in which case, written documentation will be required.

Evaluation of the presentation will be based on the following guidelines:
 Thoroughness, neatness, and accuracy of the written information
 50%
 Quality of the verbal presentation of the material
 50%
4 Online Quizzes—these must be completed by due dates.

Any other activities and/or assignments the instructor deems appropriate. Approximately = 100 points

Total Points Possible plus any other activities or assignments
=150 points
850 points
GRADING SCALE: Final grades will be according to a percentage of the total points as follows:
A
100 - 89.5%
B
89.4 – 79.5%
C
79.4 – 69.5%
D
69.4 – 59.5%
F
59.4% and below
In the event there is any question or dispute about a grade or completion of an assignment, it is advisable for students
to keep all graded work in a notebook until the completion of the semester. Additionally, it is recommended that
students check Blackboard on a regular basis to view grades and keep up with their grade point average in class.
ATTENDANCE POLICY: Students are expected to attend class regularly. Please make every effort to be in class.
Missed notes, handouts, assignments, and any other materials covered are the responsibility of the student. Students
who miss 3 hours of class time or less will receive 10 points extra credit. If a student misses roll call, it is the
student’s responsibility to communicate with the instructor that they are present.
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EXTRA CREDIT: Students may earn an additional 10 extra credit points by having a mini health check-up done by the
TCC nurse or their own physician. This check-up must include: blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose testing.
Weight, eye and hearing exams, and triglycerides are optional but recommended. You must fast completely for 2
hours prior to testing. Please schedule your appointment at 595-7769.
INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT: Each student is responsible for being aware of the information contained in the
TCC Catalog, the TCC Student Policies & Resources Handbook, and semester information listed in the class schedule.
All information may be viewed on the TCC website: www.tulsacc.edu
COURSE WITHDRAWAL: The deadline to withdraw from a course shall not exceed 3/4 the duration of any class.
Check the TCC Academic Calendar for the deadline that applies to the course(s). Begin the process with a discussion
with the faculty member assigned to the course. Contact the Advisement Office at any TCC campus to initiate
withdrawal from a course ('W' grade) or to change from Credit to Audit. Withdrawal and/or change to an audit from a
course after the drop/add period can alter the financial aid award for the current and future semesters. Students may
receive an outstanding bill from TCC if the recalculation leaves a balance due to TCC. Students who stop
participating in the course and fail to withdraw may receive a course grade of “F,” which may have financial
aid consequences for the student.
GENERAL EDUCATION GOALS: General Education courses at TCC ensure that our graduates gain skills,
knowledge, and abilities that comprise a common foundation for their higher education and a backdrop for their work
and personal lives. TCC’s General Education goals are: Critical Thinking, Effective Communication, Engaged Learning,
and Technological Proficiency.
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE: Open and mutually respectful communication of varied opinions, beliefs, and
perspectives during classroom or online discussion encourages the free exchange of ideas that is essential to higher
learning and to the ability to learn from each other. Use of any electronic device is at the discretion of the instructor.
TOBACCO-FREE COLLEGE: Tulsa Community College is a Tobacco Free college in accordance with the Governor’s
Executive Order 2012-01 and Title 63 of the Oklahoma Statutes, Section 1-1523 which prohibits smoking or the use of
any tobacco products in all public places, in any indoor workplace, and all vehicles owned by the State of Oklahoma
and all of its agencies and instrumentalities. This Order includes property leased, rented, or owned by TCC including,
but not limited to, all grounds, buildings, facilities, and parking lots. Tulsa Community College’s policy includes a
tobacco free environment on all campus and off-campus locations conducting TCC credit or non-credit classes. The
TCC Campus Police is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Tobacco-Free Environment Policy. Violations of
the policy may be addressed through issuance of campus or state citations.
COMMUNICATIONS:
a. Email communications: All TCC students receive a designated TCC Outlook address (ex:
jane.doe@tulsacc.edu). All communications to you about TCC and course assignments will be sent to
your TCC Outlook email address; and you must use TCC Outlook email to send email to, and receive
email from, the instructor regarding this course.
b. Inclement Weather: TCC rarely closes. If extreme weather conditions or emergency situations arise,
TCC always gives cancellation notices to radio and television stations. This information is also posted
on the TCC website (www.tulsacc.edu). You can also sign up for text alerts.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: Academic dishonesty (cheating) is defined as the deception of others about one’s own
work or about the work of another. Academic dishonesty or misconduct is not condoned or tolerated at campuses
within the Tulsa Community College system. Tulsa Community College adopts a policy delegating certain forms of
authority for disciplinary action to the faculty. Such disciplinary actions delegated to the faculty include, but are not
limited to, the dismissal of disrespectful or disorderly students from classes. In the case of academic dishonesty a
faculty member may:
 Require the student to redo an assignment or test, or require the student to complete a substitute assignment
or test;
 Record a "zero" for the assignment or test in question;
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
Recommend to the student that the student withdraw from the class, or administratively withdraw the student
from the class;
 Record a grade of "F" for the student at the end of the semester.
Faculty may request that disciplinary action be taken against a student at the administrative level by submitting such
request to the Dean of Student Services.
SYLLABUS CHANGES: Occasionally, changes to the syllabus may be necessary. Students will be notified of any
changes to the syllabus in writing.
DISABILITY RESOURCES It is the policy and practice of Tulsa Community College to create inclusive learning
environments. Accommodations for qualifying students in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act are available. To request accommodations, contact the Education Access
Center (EAC) at eac@tulsacc.edu or call (918) 595-7115 (Voice). Deaf and hard of hearing students may text (918)
809-1864.
Tentative Class Schedule:
Week of
Jan 12
Review Syllabus
Chapter 1—Nutrition: Linking Food,
Function, and Health
Week of
Jan 19
Jan 19—ML King Day: No Classes
Chapter 1-continued
Week of
Jan 26
Chapter 2—Designing a Healthful Diet
Week of
Feb 2
Chapter 2-continued
Chapter 3—The Human Body: Are We Really
What We Eat?
Week of
Feb 9
Chapter 3—Continued
FEB 11: Exam #1-Chapters 1-3
Due: Online Quiz for Chapter 1
Week of
Feb 16
Week of
Feb 23
Chapter 5—Fat: An Essential EnergySupplying Nutrients
Week of
Mar 2
Chapter 6—continued
Mar
Chapter 5—continued
Chapter 6—Protein: Crucial Components of All
Body Tissues
FEB 27: 3-Day Diet Analysis Due
Week of
Mar 9
Chapter 4—Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived
Energy Nutrients
Week of
Mar 16
Spring Break: No Classes
Exam #2—Chapters 4-6
Due: Online Quiz for Chapter 6
Chapter 8—Nutrients Involved in Antioxidant
Function and Vision
Week of
Mar 23
Chapter 9—Nutrients Involved in Bone
Health
Week of
Mar 30
Chapter 10—Nutrients Involved in
Energy Metabolism and Blood Health
Exam #3—Chapters 8-10
Due: Online Quiz for Chapter 8
Chapter 11—Achieving and Maintaining a
Healthy Weight
Week of
Apr 6
Chapter 11—continued
Apr 10—Last day to W/D with a “W”
or to change from Credit to Audit
Week of
Apr 13
Diet Research Papers Due Verbal
Presentations Due
Week of
Apr 20
Chapter 12—Nutrition and Physical
Activity
Week of
Apr 27
Chapter 12—continued
Make-Up Exams Given This Week
Dec 8
Exam #4—Chapters 11-12
Due: Online Quiz for Chapter 12
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This schedule is tentative and may be altered or added to by the instructor at any time with a
written or verbal revision to the students. Prepared by Marcia A. Curley, August 12, 2014.
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