Course Syllabus
DIET70/FDNT 70
Section 3033/3043
Course Description
Professional roles, skills, responsibilities and opportunities in the fields of nutrition, dietetics and food service management. Introduction to the history of the profession, related government agencies, scientific literature and resources, and professional code of ethics.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Understand the skills required of professionals in nutrition, dietetics and foodservice management
- Describe the academic and field experience requirements of professionals in nutrition, dietetics and foodservice management
- Exhibit professional behaviors and explain the ethical responsibilities of professionals in the field
Class Meetings
One meeting is required between the instructor and each student to discuss your education plan and answer questions about your what program you want to continue with. This meeting will be conducted via Zoom. Sign up sheet will be sent out.
Instructor Contact
Jill Harrison MS, RDN
Email: jharrison@santarosa.edu
Phone: (707) 521-6947
Office Hours: Monday Wednesday 12-3pm or by appointment. Office is 4075 Race building. I can meet on Zoom too.
Sign up using the Calendly link below or email:
https://calendly.com/jharrisonnutr/office-hours
Course Web Site
Students will use the Canvas course web site for assignment instructions, submitting assignments, viewing classmate's work, sharing resources, and viewing grades.
Course Schedule
We will meet on Zoom Mondays 3:30-5:30. Typically we will have a lecture and then have a guest speaker. All the class material is located under the Modules tab. Each week there will be an assignment and quiz to complete and some weeks there are additional assignments or materials to review. The work will be available every Monday after class. If there is a change in due date an announcement will be sent.
Textbook
There is no textbook required for this class.
Required Software
You will need the following software for this course.
Important Dates
| Monday, August 19, 2024 | CLASSES BEGIN |
| Sunday, August 25, 2024 | Last day to register/add semester length class without instructor’s signature or add code |
| Sunday, September 1, 2024 | Last day to drop semester length class and be eligible for a refund |
| Monday, September 2, 2024 | Labor Day Holiday (No classes, District closed) |
| Sunday, September 8, 2024 | Last day to register/add semester length class with the instructor’s signature or add code |
| Sunday, September 8, 2024 | Last day to drop a semester length class without “W” symbol |
| Monday, September 9, 2024 | First Census Day |
| Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | Constitution Day and Citizenship Day (Classes will meet) |
| Friday, September 27, 2024 | Native American Day (No classes, District closed) |
| Monday, October 21 - Sunday, November 17, 2024 | Midterm progress indicators posted in student portal |
| Monday, November 11, 2024 | Veterans Day Holiday (No classes, District closed) |
| Sunday, November 17, 2024 | Last day to drop a semester length class with “W” symbol |
Dropping the Class
If you decide to discontinue this course, it is your responsibility to officially drop it to avoid getting no refund (after 10% of course length), a W symbol (after 20%), or a grade (after 60%). Also, for several consecutive, unexplained absences, the instructor may drop a student.
Pass‐NoPass (P/NP)
You may take this class P/NP. You must decide before the deadline, and add the option online with TLC or file the P/NP form with Admissions and Records. With a grade of C or better, you will get P.
You must file for the P/NP option by [date]. Once you decide to go for P/NP, you cannot change back to a letter grade. If you are taking this course as part of a certificate program, you can probably still take the class P/NP. Check with a counselor to be sure.
Instructor Announcements and Q&A Forum
The instructor will post announcements on the “Instructor Announcements” page in Canvas throughout the semester. Canvas notifies students according to their preferred Notification Preferences as soon as the instructor creates an Announcement. A “Q&A Forum” is also on Canvas to ask for assistance of your classmates or of instructor.
Attendance
Students who fail to attend the first class (face-to-face courses) or do not log-in to an online class after the second day of the semester will be dropped from the class. It is strongly advised that if you need to miss more than one class/homework deadline in a row that you contact me to avoid being dropped from the class.
Late Policy
All assignments are due at the beginning of class. A late submission will receive a 50% penalty. Submissions more than one week late are not accepted without prior arrangement. Late work will not be graded unless student sends instructor an email with URL for late work.
Exams
There will be one online final exam. The material comes from the class lectures and supplemental materials. If any exam is missed, a zero will be recorded as the score. It is your responsibility to take the online exams by the due date.
Grading Policy
Visit the “Grades” in Canvas to keep track of your grades. I grade [once a week] and post grades and comments on the online Canvas gradebook.
GRADING:
Assignments= 10 pts each (8) = 80 pts
Discussions= 10 pts each (8)=80 pts
Quizzes=10 pts each (8)=80 pts
Education Plan Meeting= 20 pts
Speaker Reviews (4 @ 5 pts) = 20 pts
Professionalism=35 pts
Participation=50 pts
Final Exam = 35 pts
TOTAL = 400 pts
Grades will be assigned as follows:
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A |
90% |
315 points or more |
|---|---|---|
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B |
80% |
280 to 314 points |
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C |
70% |
244 to 279 points |
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D |
60% |
210 to 243 points |
If taking Pass/No Pass you need at least 70% of the total class points and complete the midterm exam and the final exam to pass the class.
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TOPIC |
ASSIGNMENTS |
DATE DUE |
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Week 1 Introduction to class and classmates History of the Profession, Key Figures, Scientific Discoveries and Legislation |
Assignment 1a and 1b Quiz |
August 26 |
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Week 2 Educational Preparation for Dietary Services Supervisor Certificate/Certified Dietary Manager Guest Speaker |
Assignment 2:CDM Discussion Quiz |
September 3 (holiday on Sept 2nd) |
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Week 3 Educational Preparation for Dietetic Technician Guest Speakers |
Assignment 3: DTR Discussion Quiz
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September 9 |
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Week 4 Educational Preparation for Registered Dietitian Guest Speaker |
Assignment 4: RD Discussion Quiz |
September 16 |
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Week 5 Developing your Professional Resume Developing a Cover Letter How and Where to look for Jobs |
Assignment 5: Sample Education Plan Discussion Quiz |
September 23 |
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Week 6 Nutrition Organizations and Policy Guest Speaker |
Assignment 6: Resume and Cover Letter Discussion Quiz |
September 30 |
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Week 7 Reviewing Scientific Literature Guest Speaker |
Assignment 7: Current Event Discussion Quiz |
October 7 |
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Week 8 Standards of Practice and the Professional Code of Ethics for Nutrition and Dietetics Scope of Practice for RD’s and DTR’s; Title 22 |
Assignment 8: Ethical Case Study Discussion Quiz |
October 14 |
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Week 9 Final Exam and Wrap-Up |
Final Exam |
October 21 |
Standards of Conduct
Students who register in SRJC classes are required to abide by the SRJC Student Conduct Standards. Violation of the Standards is basis for referral to the Vice President of Student Services or dismissal from class or from the College. See the Student Code of Conduct page.
Collaborating on or copying of tests or homework in whole or in part will be considered an act of academic dishonesty and result in a grade of 0 for that test or assignment. I encourage students to share information and ideas, but not their work. See these links on Plagiarism:
SRJC Writing Center Lessons on avoiding plagiarism
SRJC's policy on Academic Integrity
Other Important Policies and Practices
AI Policy
In this course, every element of class assignments must be fully prepared by the student. The use of generative AI tools for any part of your work will be treated as plagiarism. If you have questions, please contact me.
Avoid Plagiarism Like the, er, Plague
Although most students have likely heard about plagiarism during their years of schooling, it still is prevalent-even in higher education.
The video below reviews what plagiarism is and how not to do it.
This activity tests your knowledge of plagiarism (not graded): Self-check: Plagiarism
Netiquette, or Why Is It Harder to Be Polite Online?
Netiquette refers to using common courtesy in online communication. All members of the class are expected to follow netiquette in all course communications. Use these guidelines:
- Use capital letters sparingly. THEY LOOK LIKE SHOUTING.
- Forward emails only with a writer's permission.
- Be considerate of others' feelings and use language carefully.
- Cite all quotations, references, and sources (otherwise, it is plagiarism).
- Use humor carefully. It is hard to "read" tone; sometimes humor can be misread as criticism or personal attack. Feel free to use emoticons like :) for a smiley face to let others know you are being humorous.
- Use complete sentences and standard English grammar to compose posts. Write in proper paragraphs. Review work before submitting it.
- Text speak, such as "ur" for "your" or "ru" for "are you" etc., is only acceptable when texting.
Special Needs
Students with disabilities who believe they need accommodations in this class are encouraged to contact Disability Resources (527-4278), as soon as possible to better ensure such accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion.