Apr 20, 2024  
2013-14 NSU Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2013-14 NSU Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Human and Family Sciences B.S. - Dietetics/Nutrition Option - Major Code 8410 (8406)


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Human and Family Sciences uses an integrative approach to the relationships among individuals, families, and communities and the environments in which they function. The program offers degrees in Human and Family Sciences. The program offers interdisciplinary courses available to students majoring in other fields.

The program uses an interdisciplinary approach to areas in the fields of HUMAN SCIENCES, DIETETICS/NUTRITION, and EARLY CARE. Courses in fields such as business, science, sociology, psychology and education are selected to supplement the option listed above. Contact the program coordinator for the on line degree requirements. An internship which provides on-the-job training in the option is also offered.

This program leads to the Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Human and Family Sciences with an option in General Human and Family Sciences, Early Care or Dietetics.

General Education Requirements


A minimum of 49 hours of academic work in general education is required during the freshman and sophomore years.  For students transferring with the Associate of Arts degree or Associate of Science degree from a public institution in Oklahoma, all general education requirements will be satisfied with respect to degree requirements.  However, some majors may require other specific general education courses as program prerequisites or program requirements.  Students should consult advisors and the program’s plan of study for further information.  Students are required to complete general education requirements by the time they have completed 90 semester hours of college work.  See General Education Requirements for Bachelor’s Degrees  for more information.

Human and Family Sciences General Education Requirements


Students seeking a Bachelor of Science degree in Human and Family Sciences, regardless of emphasis, are encouraged to select these courses while completing General Education requirements.

Total 42 hours


Dietetics Support Courses 20 hours


To meet American Dietetic Association requirements.

May be used to meet general education or minor requirements or electives.

Other Requirements for Program


HFS majors must take BIOL 1123 and BIOL 1131 or BIOL 1114; CHEM 1123 and CHEM 1131; and PSYC 1113 or SOC 1113.

Minor


The College of Science and Health Professions does not offer a minor in Dietetics.

It is highly recommended that dietetics majors take the directed Business minor which consists of:  (consult advisor)  However, students may choose any minor.

Policies of the College of Science and Health Professions


ENGLISH PROFICIENCY: English proficiency is a graduation requirement. Components I and II of English proficiency should be met with grades of “C” or better prior to the completion of 60 credit hours.
UPPER DIVISION CREDIT: Total hours must include at least 40 hours of credit in courses numbered 3000 and above.
LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES: At least 55 semester credit hours are required in the liberal arts and sciences for a BS/BSED degree and 40 credit hours of liberal arts and science courses are required for a specialty degree (BSN).   Liberal Arts and Science courses are designated by a “#” after the course title.

 

Human and Family Sciences - Dietetics Course Sequence


 The following represents a suggested 4-year sequence of courses. The sequence considers prerequisites and specific scheduling of classes.

First Year – Freshman 

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

*ENGL 1113 English Composition 1

*ENGL 1213 English Composition II

BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity

**Quantitative Analysis (3 hrs) See list in NSU catalog

BIOL 1131 Investigative Lab

*POLS 1113 American Federal Government

*HFS 1103 Relatinships and Marriages (Life Skills)

**Humanities-Culture & Ideas (3 hrs) See list in NSU catalog

*HIST 1483 or 1493 Am Hist (1492-1876) or since 1876

*HFS 3653 Food and Culture

*UNIV 1002 University Strategies

 

Total Hours  15           

Total Hours 15

 

Second Year – Sophomore 

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

HFS 1001 Introduction to HFS

*/**Communications (3 hrs) See Courses in NSU Catalog

*Soc 1113 or Psych 1113 (Social Science)

 HFS 3113 Consumer Issues

*HFS 1653 Basic Nutrition (Counts Toward Life Skills GE)

**Global Perspectives (3 hrs) See List in NSU Catalog

**Humanities-Fine Arts App. (3 hrs) See List in NSU Catalog

HFS 4243 Life Cycle Nutrition

CHEM 1123/1131 Chemistry I Lecture plus Lab

*UNIV 2091 Capstone

HFS 2103 Food Prep/Meal Management

HFS 3953 Food Systems Management

Total Hours 16

Total Hours 16

 

Third Year – Junior 

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

HFS 3583 Nutrition Assessment/Counseling

HFS 3763 MNT 1

HFS 4283 Community Nutrition

HFS 3883 Instructional Strategies

CHEM1223/1231 Chemistry II Lecture plus Lab

HFS 3103 Food Science Principles

***Minor (6 hrs)

BIOL 3224 Microbiology

 

***Minor (3 hrs)

Total Hours 17

Total Hours 16

 

Fourth Year – Senior

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

HFS 4633 Professional Development

HFS 4792 HFS Capstone

HFS 4583 MNT 2

BIOL 3314 Physiology

***Minor (1 hrs)

HFS 4353 Advanced Nutrition

CHEM 3123/3132 Organic 1 Lecture plus Lab

HFS 4563 Quantity Food Production

Statistics Class (3 hrs) See List in NSU Catalog

***Minor (3 hrs)

Total Hours 14

Total Hours 16

 

Total Degree Plan Hours 124 

*General Education Requirement.  **See current catalog “General Requirements” for selection. ***Minor required (18 hours)

 

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