Module Details

Module Code: BIOL8031
Title: Human Nutrition for Home Ec.
Long Title: Human Nutrition for Home Economics
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2022/23 ( January 2023 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4211 - Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module describes the fundamental role of protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and water in the body and the nutritional standards and recommendations for these nutrients.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Appraise the fundamental principles of human nutrition
LO2 Evaluate the different classes of macronutrients in terms of sources, digestion, absorption, functions and consequences of deficiency
LO3 Compare and contrast the categories of micronutrients, their sources, structures, digestion, absorption, functions and deficiency symptoms
LO4 Perform analytical procedures, collate data, interpret results and write scientific reports
LO5 Demonstrate competency in nutrition communication
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Fundamentals of Human Nutrition
Overview of nutrition and a balanced diet, dietary reference intakes, nutrition and health claims, nutrition and food labels, factors affecting food choice, impact of cultural and religious beliefs and practices on food choice/intake, nutrition and health.
Macronutrients/Micronutrients
Details of classification, requirements, digestion and bioavailability, functions, deficiency and role in health and disease. Sources of nutrients and the effect of source on chemical form and resulting nutrient utilisation, nutrient quality from different sources and special considerations when consuming restricted diets. Taught using visual aids and supported by practical sessions.
Lab practicals
A range of lab practicals in the area of human nutrition and health.
Nutrition Communication/Pedagogy
Communication of nutrition related messages with emphasis on application to a Home Economics context.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Assessment Description
Project involving researching and critically evaluating current research on topics related to human nutrition and nutrients
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcomes 1,4,5
Assessment Description
Practical laboratory sessions and associated laboratory reports and communication on selected nutrition topics
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Principles of human nutrition, macronutrients, micronutrients
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Laboratory based practicals Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self-directed study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 8.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Laboratory based practicals Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self-directed study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 8.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Paul Insel, Don Ross, Kimberley McMahon, Melissa Bernstein. (2016), Nutrition, 6th. Jones and Bartlett, [ISBN: 9781284100051].
  • Michael EJ Lean, Emilie Combet. (2016), Barisi's Human Nutrition: a health perspective, 3rd. [ISBN: 9781444137200].
  • Michael J Gibney, Susan A Lanham-New, Aedin Cassidy and Hester H Vorster. (2019), Introduction to Human Nutrition, 3rd. Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 9781405168076].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_FHOEC_8 Professional Diploma in Education - Home Economics 2 Mandatory