California State University, Los Angeles
School of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Food Science NTRS 3100-92, 3100-93 – Scientific Aspects of Food Preparation Fall 2021

COURSE INFORMATION

Instructor Information

Instructor: Funmi Salami, MS

Office Location: online

Email:  esalami@calstatela.edu

Office Hours: Thursdays: 6:00-6:50 PM (starting September 2^nd), and by appointment

General Course Information

Class Days/Time: Thursdays, 5:00-5:50 PM

Course Description

University Catalog Description:  Introduction to the chemical, physical, and sensory aspects of foods. An examination of the scientific principles involved in food preparation, storage, preservation, regulation, and safety.

Student Learning Objectives and Course Learning Objectives/Outcomes

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Apply the principles of food safety and sanitation in food preparation. ***KRDN 4.5
2. Evaluate the quality of food products using sensory and objective evaluation techniques.
3. Examine and effectively interpret the physical and chemical properties of food and food additives.
4. Apply basic microbiological and chemistry principles to the preparation of food.
5. Successfully utilize nutrient databases to analyze the nutrition composition of food.
6. Explain the nutritional, cultural, psychological, and sociological criteria involved in food selection.
7. Define government food regulations and laws.
8. Explore the functionality of food components through scientific experimentation.

KRDN

*** This outcome is consistent with the following core knowledge outcomes, also known as KRDN Student Learning Outcomes, required by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), the accrediting agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: KRDN 4.5: Describe safety principles related to food, personnel, and consumers.

To ensure our students achieve preparatory knowledge to become a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), students must successfully complete all 22 KRDNs (Knowledge for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists) assessments, as well as obtain “C” grades or better in all DPD-relevant coursework in order to receive a Verification Statement upon graduation. In this course, a quiz on food safety and sanitation meets KRDN 4.5 – “Describe safety principles related to food, personnel, and consumers.” To pass, students must obtain 80% or greater on this assessment. Students who do not meet the cutoff in the first attempt will be offered an opportunity to re-do the assessment, which does not carry bonus points or change the original grade. If a student is unable to meet a competency after two attempts, the failure to meet the competency will be documented and reported to the DPD director by the end of the semester.

Course Structure

This course is to be conducted online, through live lecture and online coursework. You will participate in the course using Cal State LA learning management system(s) Canvas.

REQUIRED COURSE MATERIALS

Textbook

Title:  Understanding Food Principles and Preparation

Author:  Amy Christine Brown

Edition:  5^th/6^th (Either is fine, but 5^th edition is preferred)

ISBN-13 (5^th): 978-1133-607151

ISBN-13 (6^th): 978-0538734981

Computer Requirements

You will need to have an up-to-date browser, operating system and some additional software on your computer to take this class. Check the ITS Helpdesk Student Resources page. Some of the documents in this course will be available to you in PDF form. You will need to download and install Adobe Acrobat Reader software on your computer.

COURSE POLICIES

Regular participation in this course is imperative for success. You must login to the Canvas classroom multiple times each week to participate in discussions and activities.

Attendance

You should attend every class, but extenuating circumstances arise that can make this difficult. If you cannot attend a class, please let me know. If circumstances make you miss more than three classes during the semester, you may be overextended. I ask that you come see me to discuss your options early in the semester. Should you have a medical emergency or need to care for someone due to health issues I will ask that you provide proper documentation such as a doctor’s note with a name and a phone number where they can be reached. Keep in mind, I also might ask for proof of funeral attendance and travel.

COURSE COMMUNICATION

Interaction with Instructor

I will make every effort to communicate frequently with students through announcements and postings within the CANVAS site. Post any questions or comments you have about the course content and/or requirements in the Announcements forum. You can also try to answer other students’ questions through the forum. I will be checking it regularly and give feedback as necessary. Questions of a more personal nature can be sent to me via email at esalami@calstatela.edu

It might take up to 48 hours for you to get an email response from me (or longer). Use office hours or email to discuss coursework. Messages through Canvas will take longer for me to reply.

I will email you about:

• Questions arising from difficulty in understanding course content.
• Requests for feedback on a graded assignment.
• Private issues.

I will not respond to email that:

• Has a question that is answered in the course information.
• Lacks a subject line clearly stating the purpose of the email.
• Raises an inappropriate question.

Questions

In online courses it is normal to have many questions about things that relate to the course, such as clarification about assignments, course materials, or assessments. Please post these in the Q&A Forum.

Discussion Forums

Considering this in an online course, your weekly discussions will count for a good portion of your grade. Each week you will have a discussion where you will have to post one initial response and also at least tworesponses to your fellow students. Your initial post will be due on Thursday of each week with your responses to other students due by Sunday of each week. If there are changes to this schedule, you will be notified on Canvas. Changes will be posted in the Overview for the week, in the assignment directions, as well as in Announcements.

[Virtual] Office Hours

I will be available for office hours in the time beforementioned in my Zoom personal meeting room:  https://calstatela.zoom.us/j/5824597844

ASSIGNMENTS AND GRADING POLICY

All communication will be through Canvas and CSU email. Contact ITS Help Desk if you need assistance:

Weekly online class attendance is mandatory. Participation in posted assignments each week will make up your attendance grade. ALL requirements must be met to receive full credit for your attendance each week.

All assignments will be posted on Canvas by MONDAY of each week. You are required to complete all assignments according to the posted due dates.

Late policy. 5% of the overall grade for each day that an assignment/discussion is submitted late. For assignments, such as discussions, that have multiple due dates, the 5% rule will apply to EACH due date.

• For example, if you are late submitting your initial post on a discussion, you will lose 5% for each day the post was late. If you then are also late in submitting replies to other student posts, you will also lose 5% for each day the posts were late.

There is no extra credit available.

Grading Criteria

Please make sure you understand the criteria by which your class performance will be graded. You can view your grades using the GRADES button in the Canvas course navigation. Please check your grades regularly to make certain that I have received all your assignments. If you have a question about a grade, email me at esalami@calstatela.edu. Please do not post your personal concerns in a discussion forum.

LECTURE Grading

Project:  One project will be assigned which will require a written portion and a short presentation over Zoom. More information on this project will be given during the semester.

Exams:  There will be two (2) exams, one midterm and one final. Each exam is worth 15% of your final grade and will contain material from readings, PowerPoint slides, and lecture.

Grading Scale

To help understand how to read and access your grades on Canvas, explore this question: https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-16532-4212829286

LAB Grading

Lab grades are based on performance in writing assignments, participation activities, and weekly quizzes, all assigned and due online. They are usually due on Sundays at 11:55pm.

Grading Scale

Rubrics

Grading rubrics will be provided in the instructions for each weekly activity/assignment as well as on each course discussion.

HELPFUL STUDENT RESOURCES

Technical Resources

Information on Cal State LA technical support resources for students: Technical Support Resources

Student Support Resources

Information on Cal State LA student support resources for students: Student Support Resources

Academic Support Resources

Information on Cal State LA academic support resources for students: Academic Support Resources

Center for Academic Success

The Center for Academic Success (CAS) supports all students throughout their educational journey. You are encouraged to visit a CAS tutor for STEM, social science, or writing tutoring early in the semester. The academic services CAS provides are inclusive, engaging, challenging, and impactful. CAS tutors offer a one-on-one opportunity to discuss your assignments and will provide you with tools to become an independent scholar. The appointments are 30 minutes long. Log on to the Student Success Collaborative portal to make an appointment online.

Canvas Student Support

Information for students on how to be a successful online student and how to use Canvas:

• Canvas Student Guide

Glazer Family Dreamers Resource Center

The Erika J. Glazer Family Dreamers Resource Center promotes the success of undocumented students and students from mixed-status families at Cal State LA through a variety of resources, services, and community engagement opportunities. Such programs and services are weekly immigration legal clinics, California Dream Act Application for Financial Aid Assistance, and professional and academic development workshops.

UNIVERSITY POLICIES

Student Conduct

Information on student rights and responsibilities, standards of conduct, etc., can be found by visiting the Cal State LA University Catalog Appendices.

 Dropping and Adding

Students are responsible for understanding the policies and procedures about add/drops, academic renewal, etc. Students should be aware of the current deadlines and penalties for adding and dropping classes by visiting the GET home page. (Registrar news and information)

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Reasonable accommodation will be provided to any student who is registered with the Office of Students with Disabilities and requests needed accommodation. For more information visit the Office for Students with Disabilities home page.

Academic Honesty

Many incidents of plagiarism result from students’ lack of understanding about what constitutes plagiarism. However, you are expected to familiarize yourself with the Cal State LA Academic Honesty Policy including Appendix D – Academic Honesty and Appendix E - Student Conduct / Student Conduct Procedures. All work you submit must be your own scholarly and creative efforts. At Cal State LA, plagiarism is defined as the act of using ideas, words, or work of another person or persons as if they were one’s own, without giving proper credit to the original sources.

Turnitin Statement: In this course we will utilize turnitin.com, an automated system which instructors can use to quickly and easily compare each student’s assignment with billions of web sites, as well as an enormous database of student papers that grows with each submission.

Please view Student FAQ’s about Turnitin for questions on the software and process.

COURSE PACING GUIDE/SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS

Please complete expected readings before coming to class. The Chapters of the 5^th and 6^th editions of the Brown textbook are the same, unless otherwise noted. The discussions and quizzes will be due by Sunday, 11:55 PM on the weeks listed.

**Lecture schedule is subject to change. Please refer to Canvas for any changes.**