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Child Nutrition (FN 42) 
Syllabus and Class Policy Sheet
Selma Community Campus 
Tuesday 6:00 p.m. to 8:50 p.m.
Spring 2004

Text and Materials:	Nutrition in Infancy and Childhood, 6th edition
	Christine M. Trahms and Peggy L. Pipes

Instructor:	Stephanie Morris
Email:	schoolrd@email.com

Recommended Preparation:	Eligibility for English 25 and 26.

Course Description:

	Nutritional requirements during prenatal, infancy, childhood, and adolescent periods with emphasis on social, psychological, cultural, and clinical factors. The role of nutrition education in improving the nutritional status of parents, infants, and children will be explored.

Class Objectives:

Upon completion of this class the student will be able to:

A.	Describe the nutritional needs of  pregnant woman and select a diet that meets those needs.
B.  	Relate the nutritional needs of lactating women and select a diet that meets those needs.
C.  Compare breastfeeding to alternative feeding methods as they relate to parents, children, and nutritional value.
D.  Evaluate a child's growth compared to height and weight charts.
E.  Differentiate the nutritional requirements for infants, preschool children, and preadolescents.
F.  Write a one month lunch and snack menu plan for a preschool classroom that meets the requirements of the California State Child Care Food Program.
G.  Plan and present a nutrition education learning activity.
H.  Describe community nutrition programs designed to promote healthy eating
I.   Understand caloric needs and the problems of weight control as they relate to energy balance.
K.  Evaluate different kinds of weight control diets.
L.  Describe cultural and religious influences on child nutrition.
M. Describe nutritional problems of children in this country and around the world.

Class Polices

Assignments:

•	All assignments are to be submitted on or before the due date.
•	All assignments are due at the BEGINNING of the class period.
•	Late assignments will be marked down one letter grade.

Attendance Policy:

•	Regular attendance and class participation is expected of each student.
•	Students are expected to read the subject matter outline, read the assignments, and come to class prepared.
•	Students are expected to be on time for the beginning of each class, return on time from breaks, and stay for the entire class.
•	After the first class it is the responsibility of the student to withdraw from the class. Failure to do so can result in an “F” grade being awarded.

				Class Schedule:

	Regular Day					Exam Day                 
	6:00-6:50 Lecture				6:00-6:45 Exam
	6:50-7:00 Break				6:45-7:00 Break
	7:00-7:50 Lecture				7:00-7:50 Lecture
	7:50-8:00 Break				7:50-8:00 Break
	8:00-8:50 Lecture				8:00-8:50 Lecture

Classroom Rules: -Compliance with Reedley College’s established rules and procedure is required. Please work toward promoting a positive learning environment.

•	NO SMOKING, FOOD, OR BEVERAGES  in the classroom.
•	Use appropriate trash receptacles.
•	Please refrain from conversation during lectures and presentations. Participation and discussion are encouraged but disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
•	If you are late for any class please quietly take a seat in the back of the classroom. Save questions and requests for materials for the break period.
•	Turn off all cell phones, pagers etc during class time.
•	Do not bring children to class.

Exams:

•	Two (2) Midterm exams will be given at regular intervals throughout the session.
•	Each exam will be worth 100 points. 
•	Exams will consist mainly of multiple choice and true or false questions. Additional questions will be matching, fill in, or short answer. No scantrons needed.
•	The final exam will be comprehensive and may not be dropped.

Exam Preparation:

•	Before each exam we will use the last portion of the preceding class to review for the exam. The instructor will provide an exam review sheet.
•	Exam questions will come only from material covered in class lectures. Attendance and participation in class are essential.

Assignements: (All assignements must be completed to receive a passing grade)

A. Menu Planning Assignement- Plan and evaluate a one month menu plan for a preschooler based on the standards of the California Child Care Food Program

B. Nutrition Education Activity-Plan a nutrition related activity for children. 

C. Homework-Assigned throughout the term.

 

What’s My Grade?

					Points Possible 		Points Earned

	Exam 1   __________          100         		       ____________
	Exam 2   __________	        100		       ____________	     		      
          Menu Assignment		     200		       ____________

	Nutrition Education 	     300		       ____________

	Homework  	 	     100		       ____________

	Final Exam			     200 		       ____________

                                 Total 		      1000 Points	         ____________

Grades will be assigned as follows:

		A= 900 points or higher
		B= 800-899 points
		C= 700-799 points
		D= 600-699 points
		F= 599 points or lower

Tentative Subject Matter Outline- Child Nutrition (FN42) 
Spring 2004
Selma Community Campus