206 HLTH DV3420. Multicultural Health and Nutrition (3) F, S (Cross listed with NUTR DV3420) The application and understanding of social, religious, economic and aesthetic qualities of foods provides the knowledge for the explorations of the food patterns of various cultures. The understanding or world food problems as they pertain to the health will also be discussed. Prerequisite: NUTR LSI020 and NUTR 2320. HLTH 3500. Human Sexuality (3) Su, F, S A survey course of the biomedical and psychosocial forces which shape our sexuality. The focus will be upon the scholarly study of the biological, social, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of human sexuality. HLTH SI4013. Health Promotion Research and Assessment (3) F, S Application of research methods used both in assessing individual and community needs for health education, and in assessing the effectiveness of health education programs. Prerequisites: HLTH 3000 and HIM 3200. HLTH 4150. Needs Assessment & Planning Health Promotion Programs (4) F, S Conducting needs assessment and planning health promotion programs in a community, occupational, school or clinical setting Prerequisite: HLTH 3000 (for Health Promotion majors) or PE 2200 (for Human Performance Management majors). HLTH 4220. Women's Health Issues (3) S (Cross listed with Women's Studies) A feminist perspective and analysis of the psychological, cultural and political health related issues that impact women throughout the life span. Prerequisite: Upper division standing or consent of instructor. HLTH 4250. Contemporary Health Issues of Adolescents (2) Su, F, S Provides professionals who work with adolescents an overview of both the school health program and health issues prevalent among teens. HLTH 4300. Health Education in the Elementary School (2) Su, F, S Provides elementary school teachers the resources and skills needed to teach the Utah Healthy Lifestyles curriculum. HLTH 4420. Health and Nutrition in the Older Adult (3) F, S (on-line only) (Cross listed with NUTR 4420) The developmental process of late adulthood from the physical, emotional, social perspectives as they impact health and nutrition. The process of nutritional assessment and prescription are addressed in the elderly. Prerequisites: NUTR LS1020 and HLTH SSI030. HLTH 4800. Individual Projects (1-3) Su, F, S A comprehensive study or project in the field of Health Education. Hours to be arranged for seniors only. HLTH 4860. Field Experience (2-6) Su, F, S Work experience which applies prior academic learning in a supervised setting. Prerequisite: Consent of faculty supervisor prior to registration. Can be repeated for credit. HLTH 4890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-6) Su, F, S A continuation of HLTH 2890. HLTH 4920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) As Needed Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Offered on an as needed basis. HLTH 4990 Senior Seminar (1) F, S This is a capstone course of Health Promotion seniors only. Summarizes the experiences of the Health Promotion Major, addresses future alternatives and prepares students for employment now and/or graduate study. MASTER LEVEL COURSES (HLTH) HLTH 6250. Contemporary Health Issues of Adolescents (2) Su, F, S Provides professionals who work with adolescents an overview of both the school health program and health issues prevalent among teens. HLTH 6300. Health Education in the Elementary School (2) Su, F, S Provides elementary school teachers the resources and skills needed to teach the Utah Healthy Lifestyles curriculum. NUTRITION EDUCATION COURSES NUTR NUTR LSI 020. Foundations in Nutrition (3) Su, F, S (available on-line) (Cross listed with HLTH LS1020) Basic principles of human nutrition are considered with respect to maintaining nutritional balance, as well as maintaining good health. NUTR 2220. Prenatal and Infant Nutrition (2) F, S (Cross listed with HLTH 2220) This course focuses on nutrition and diet as they apply to birth outcome, the maintenance of maternal health, and the growth of the infant. Breastfeeding and community programs will be discussed in support of maternal and infant health. Prerequisite: NUTR LSI020. NUTR 2320. Food Values, Diet Design and Health (3) F, S The relationships between dietary components and the development of chronic diseases provides the foundation for designing diets that support life-long "good health". Nutrient density of foods, food labeling, food safety, and behavior modification techniques are addressed in order to enhance one's ability to make consistent good food choices. Prerequisite: NUTR LS1020. NUTR 2420. Childhood and Adolescent Nutrition (2) F (Cross listed with HLTH 2420) The effects of nutrition and diet on child growth, health and behavior are explored from toddler through adolescence. The processes of growth and puberty provide the foundations for understanding nutritional support. Common nutritionally-related problems such as obesity, anemia, and eating disorders are also addressed. Prerequisite: NUTR LS1020. NUTR 3020. Nutrition and Fitness (3) S The evaluation of body composition is explored in depth which provides the basis for comprehending how the diet and exercise combinations can augment performance, as well as achieve desired body composition changes. Prerequisite: NUTR LSI020 and NUTR 2320. NUTR 3220. Foundations in Diet Therapy (2) F, S (on-line only) Nutritionally related medical conditions in which diet is crucial for control of the disease will be the foundation for developing skills in case management. The use of several nutritional alternatives and supplements will be incorporated into the curriculum as they Weber State University 2005 - 2006 Catalog