SCI 131Introduction to NutritionDistance (Online Didactic Instruction)3 (Didactic Only)45An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hourFall, Spring, and Summer (Subject to Enrollment)NoneNoneNoneThis course will provide an understanding of basic nutrition science. Learners will become familiar with the principles of diet planning, government standards, and food labeling. They will also learn about the biological functions and food sources of each nutrient, energy balance, weight management, physical activity, the role of nutrition in chronic disease development, nutrition through the life cycle, and food safety issues.General Electives