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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for Semester 1 2020 Units. Students will be notified of all approved modifications by Unit Coordinators via email and Unit Blackboard sites. Where changes have been made, these are designed to ensure that you still meet the unit learning outcomes in the context of our adjusted teaching and learning arrangements.
This unit examines the methods by which information and data are gathered that contribute to the nutritional assessment of individuals and/or populations. Physical, biochemical and dietary assessment methodology is evaluated and relevant objective and subjective tools and techniques are practised. In particular students develop skills in conducting nutritional assessment to evaluate dietary adequacy in individuals and populations, using relevant national and International standards. Clinical tests and screening tools pertinent to diseases associated with nutritional deficiency or over-sufficiency are reviewed.
Unit was previously coded NUT4443
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimstr 1 | 13 x 2 hour lab | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Trimstr 1 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will undertake, and be assessed on, authentic activities through engagement with industry and community partners.
Students are provided with opportunities to use equipment or practice that is standard in industry.
Students learn how to gather information, assess data and apply nutrition models in order to assess the nutritional status and needs of clients. Learning activities include small group discussions, team-based activities, laboratory workshops, e-Learning activities and multimedia. Guest lectures and practical and theoretical case studies are included to help students to apply their learning in practical ways. Students are required to attend the Joondalup Community Clinical School as part of this unit. This will provide opportunities to apply nutritional and anthropometric assessment tools and techniques with diverse clients in a real world setting. Students will use their learning and experience in the clinic to complete assessment one. The practical examination will require students to demonstrate application and integration of both practical skills and theoretical knowledge.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report ^ | Nutritional assessment report | 40% |
| Examination ^ | Practical examination | 60% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for this unit. All assessment changes will be published by 27 July 2020. All students are reminded to check handbook at the beginning of semester to ensure they have the correct outline.
This unit examines the methods by which information and data are gathered that contribute to the nutritional assessment of individuals and/or populations. Physical, biochemical and dietary assessment methodology is evaluated and relevant objective and subjective tools and techniques are practised. In particular students develop skills in conducting nutritional assessment to evaluate dietary adequacy in individuals and populations, using relevant national and International standards. Clinical tests and screening tools pertinent to diseases associated with nutritional deficiency or over-sufficiency are reviewed.
Unit was previously coded NUT4443
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimstr 1 | 13 x 2 hour lab | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Trimstr 1 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will undertake, and be assessed on, authentic activities through engagement with industry and community partners.
Students are provided with opportunities to use equipment or practice that is standard in industry.
Students learn how to gather information, assess data and apply nutrition models in order to assess the nutritional status and needs of clients. Learning activities include small group discussions, team-based activities, laboratory workshops, e-Learning activities and multimedia. Guest lectures and practical and theoretical case studies are included to help students to apply their learning in practical ways. Students are required to attend the Joondalup Community Clinical School as part of this unit. This will provide opportunities to apply nutritional and anthropometric assessment tools and techniques with diverse clients in a real world setting. Students will use their learning and experience in the clinic to complete assessment one. The practical examination will require students to demonstrate application and integration of both practical skills and theoretical knowledge.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report ^ | Nutritional assessment report | 40% |
| Examination ^ | Practical examination | 60% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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