Designed to provide coaches, teachers, athletic trainers, physically active people, and competitors with the most recent factual information on sound nutrition. Includes information on essential nutrients, metabolism during exercise, specific problems experienced by athletes or highly active people, myths, ergogenic aids, and current interests. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in all prerequisite courses. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

Prerequisite(s): NFS 1020 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C

Registration Restriction(s): None

• Textbook: Sports Nutrition: A Practice Manual for Professionals, 6th Ed., Karpinski & Rosenbloom Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics ISBN: 978-0880919753

• Nancy Clark’s Sports Nutrition Guidebook, 6th Ed., Clark ISBN: 978-1492591573)

• Lecture Slides, recordings, articles, and all materials can be found in Canvas under the "Modules" section.

• SUU Library resource link: https://www.suu.edu/library/citation-help.html

After completing the course, students who are successful in this class will be able to do the following:

• Demonstrate an understanding of nutrition principles relevant to athletic performance, fitness, and sports.

• Apply knowledge of essential nutrients and metabolism during exercise to address the specific needs of athletes and active individuals.

• Analyze and evaluate information on ergogenic aids, common myths, and current interests related to sports nutrition.

• Develop critical thinking skills to evaluate and synthesize information from scientific literature and apply it to sports nutrition scenarios.

• Communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) about sports nutrition concepts with individuals, groups, and the public.

• Use appropriate tools and information technologies to access and apply evidence-based guidelines and protocols in sports nutrition.

Class: Hybrid course format (HY): This is a blended in-person and online course. The hybrid format provides student flexibility. Classes will meet twice a week in person and combine classroom with out-of-class experiences. Online instructional features include instructor-made video lectures, discussion questions, assignments, assessments, other practical activities, and opportunities for questions and answers.

Most weekly assignments, quizzes, and exams are due on Fridays at 5 pm.

There are three modules. Each module includes an exam, 2-3 assignments, and activities.

Chapter Assignments:

Before class, read the assigned chapter in preparation for class participation and complete the chapter assignment. Chapter assignments must be completed per the syllabus schedule and submitted via Canvas. No assignments will be accepted late (see late policy).

Grading Policy

Your final letter grade is based on the SUU grading policy below. Please review your graded assignments regularly and let me know if you have any questions. The course is based on a total point system.

Incomplete Grades: A grade of Incomplete (I) may be given at the instructor's discretion to a student unable to complete the course requirements due to a serious interruption not caused by the student’s negligence. Letter grades of “A” through “F” (course final grade) will be awarded based on the following:

Percentages for grades are as follows:

• 100 - 94 A
• <94 - 90 A-
• <90 - 87 B+
• <87 - 84 B
• <84 - 80 B-
• <80 - 77 C+
• <77 - 74 C
• <74 - 70 C-
• <70 - 67 D+
• <67 - 64 D
• <64 - 60 D-
• <60 – 0 F

Tentative Course Schedule (subject to change)

Module one covers communication with athletes, energy metabolism, carbohydrates, and fats. Module two covers protein, hydration, and electrolytes. Module three covers micronutrients, ergogenic aids, energy management, and disordered eating.

Late work is not accepted in this course without legitimate medical or emergency documentation. In addition, best efforts must be made to notify the instructor before the due date.

Please note that contacting the instructor before a due date does not guarantee an extension, as that decision will be determined based on the nature of the need for an extension. Please note that work schedules, other course deadlines/schedules, technology issues/errors, submission/upload errors, and lack of access to technology devices and/or software are not considered legitimate excuses.

LATE/MAKE-UP WORK

Late Work: Work turned in late will receive a zero (except for extenuating circumstances). Most assignment due dates will be Friday at 5 PM. Assignments need to be legible and typed on a computer. No handwritten assignments will be accepted.

Makeup Work or In-Class Activities: No make-ups without medical or equivalent (e.g., school excused) reasons or under extreme circumstances.

In extreme circumstances (e.g., COVID, illness), arrangements for make-up should be made with the instructor within a week of the missed class or exam.

For school-excused activities, arrangements for making up in-class work must be made before the date of absence. According to Policy 6.30, you must inform the instructor of the dates you will miss class due to school-related activities before the anticipated absence. For activities whose schedules are known before the start of the semester, you must provide the instructors with a written schedule during the first week of the semester showing the days you expect to miss class. For other university-excused absences, you must provide the earliest advanced written notice of the classes you will miss.

ATTENDANCE: Although attendance is not graded, it is imperative for student learning. In-class quizzes will be frequent. Please be prompt for class. Being late for class is disruptive and unacceptable.

Class Participation: Although class participation is not graded, daily student participation is imperative to learning and class success. I am happy to meet with you if you miss a class.

Instructor's Response Time & Feedback

I will respond to messages within 24 hours during the week, and 48 hours on weekends. During holiday breaks, my response time will be longer. Feedback is important for learning. Please review the feedback on your assignments that I have provided.

Grading: My goal is to complete grades within one week (except for spring break). I understand grades are important to you. If you have a question about your grade, please contact me within one week. There will be no potential changes after one week. I am always happy to review your test or assignment.

Student Communication

All student communication (oral and written) must be professional. Professional emails must be written. "Hey, professor" is not considered professional, and you may not receive a response. Instructions and rubrics for assignments, quizzes, and exams are in Canvas. Please check Canvas first before emailing me with a question.

PLAN YOUR WORK, WORK YOUR PLAN.

Throughout the semester, in-class activities will provide opportunities to learn, practice, and master the skills and abilities of research. Due dates for assignments represent the latest time they may be submitted. You should start working on them before the due date, and you can turn them in early. You will be expected to attend class on time with your book (if applicable) and the needed materials.

CELL PHONES NEED TO BE TURNED OFF DURING CLASS UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.

Cell phones are great technology, and we will use them occasionally with class activities. In the case of an emergency, please use your phone in the hallway. The ringing/buzzing/vibrating of a cell phone in class is disruptive and negatively affects your learning and that of those around you.