FOOD SCIENCE AND HUMAN NUTRITION

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY

Food and the Consumer

Course Number: Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) 101, XW

Credit: 3 undergraduate credits

Tuition: $693 undergraduate, plus $73 delivery fee

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Dates: 5/19-8/8/2008

Registration Deadline: 5/5/2008

   The food system from point of harvest to the consumption of the food by the consumer. Properties of food constituents. Protection of food against deterioration and microbial contamination. Introduction of foods into the marketplace. Process for making various foods. Space Foods. Government regulations. Use of food additives. Current and controversial topics. Electronic communication from web emphasized for class reports, notes, and assignments.

Prerequisite: High School Biology and Chemistry or 3 credits each of biology and chemistry

Computer Requirements: College of Agriculture Requirements

Note: May be applied toward Bachelor of Liberal Studies

Instructor: Lester A. Wilson

For information visit: www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/disciplineSummer08.html or call Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. toll free (800) 262-0015.

To Register visit: http://www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/register.htm

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY

Food Laws, Regulations, and the Regulatory Process

Course Number: Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) 403, XF, XH, XW

Credit: 2 undergraduate, 2 nonmajor Graduate credits

Tuition: Section XF, XH: $590 for undergraduate, $830 for nonmajor graduate; Section XW: $462 for undergraduate, $718 for graduate

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Dates: 5/19-6/20/2008

Registration Deadline: 5/12/2008

   History of the development of the current federal and state food regulations. Guidelines that govern the practice of regulating the wholesomeness of red meats, poultry, and eggs. Presentations by state and federal food regulators.

Prerequisite: 3 credits in food science coursework at 200 level or above. Department Permission Required: Carrie Brus (cbrus@iastate.edu)

Computer Requirements: internet access, e-mail capabilities

Instructor: Mark Love

For information visit: www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/disciplineSummer08.html or call Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. toll free (800) 262-0015.

To Register visit: http://www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/register.htm

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY

Disease and Medical Nutrition Therapy

Course Number: Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) 461

461A-Nutrition Assessment - XW - 1 credit

461B-Gastrointestinal diseases - XW - 1 credit

461C-Diabetes - XW - 1 credit

461D-Cardio-pulmonary diseases - XW - 1 credit

Tuition: $231 per course, plus $20 per course delivery fee

WebCT

Dates: 5/19-8/8/2008

Registration Deadline: 5/14/2008

   Pathophysiology of selected medical problems with specific attention to nutritional needs and treatment as part of medical nutrition therapy. Clinical nutrition applications in acute and chronic disease. Assessment of nutritional problems, nutrition care, planning and documentation. Each course includes a knowledge component, assigned readings, a case study assignment, and an exam.

Prerequisites: college physiology, college biochemistry, nutrient metabolism, permission of instructor required: alisonst@iastate.edu

Computer Requirements: Nutrition Therapy Computer Requirements

Dates: 5/19-8/8/2008

Instructor: Alison Germain

For information visit: www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/disciplineSummer08.html or call Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. toll free (800) 262-0015.

To Register visit: http://www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/register.htm

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY

Disease and Medical Nutrition Therapy

Course Number: Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) 464

464A-Renal - XW - 1 credit

464B-Hypermetabolic States/Nutrition Support - XW - 1 credit

464C-Lifespan Topics: Inborn errors of metabolism, Geriatrics, Neurologic disorders, Weight Management Issues - XW - 1 credit

Tuition: $231 per course, plus $20 per course delivery fee

WebCT

Dates: 5/19-8/8/2008

Registration Deadline: 5/14/2008

   Pathophysiology of selected medical problems with specific attention to nutritional needs and treatment as part of medical nutrition therapy. Clinical nutrition applications in acute and chronic disease. Assessment of nutritional problems, nutrition care, planning and documentation. Each course includes a knowledge component, assigned readings, a case study assignment, and an exam.

Prerequisites: college physiology, college biochemistry, nutrient metabolism, permission of instructor required: alisonst@iastate.edu

Computer Requirements: Nutrition Therapy Computer Requirements

Instructor: Alison Germain

For information visit: www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/disciplineSummer08.html or call Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. toll free (800) 262-0015.

To Register visit: http://www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/register.htm

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY

Microbiology of Food

Course Number: Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) 521X, XG

Credit: 2 graduate credits

Tuition: $830 graduate

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Dates: 6/9-8/1/2008

   This course deals with the identification, enumeration, and characterization of bacteria, yeasts, and mold associated with foods and food processing. Effects of physical and chemical agents on micro-organisms will be studied. Microbiological problems in food spoilage, food preservation, food fermentation, and food-borne diseases will be discussed. This course is Web-based lecture course for off-campus distance education students.

Prerequisite: biology with laboratory, Department Permission Required: Carrie Brus (cbrus@iastate.edu)

Computer Requirements: internet access, email, word processing and graphing capabilities

Note: May be applied toward Food Safety & Defense Certificate (FSDC)

Instructor: Daniel Y. C. Fung

For information visit: www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/disciplineSummer08.html or call Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. toll free (800) 262-0015.

To Register visit: http://www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/register.htm

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY

Multidisciplinary Overview of Food Safety and Security

Course Number: Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) 523X, XG

Credit: 2 graduate credits

Tuition: $830 graduate

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Dates: 6/9-8/1/2008

   Multidisciplinary food safety and security perspectives provided by numerous subject matter experts. Topics include food safety policy, ag bioterrorism, border security, animal ID, food defense and site security, risk analysis, crisis communication, epidemiology, HACCP, and more.

Prerequisite: college biology or chemistry

Computer Requirements: Internet and e-mail access. Department Permission Required: Carrie Brus (cbrus@iastate.edu)

Note: May be applied toward Food Safety & Defense Certificate (FSDC)

Instructor: Abbey Nutsch

For information visit: www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/disciplineSummer08.html or call Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. toll free (800) 262-0015.

To Register visit: http://www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/register.htm

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Phone: 712-366-3647
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E-mail: swirrc@iastate.edu

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