HSN307 - Sports Nutrition: Theory and Practice
Unit details
| Enrolment modes: | (B, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | S Brockington (B) |
| Prerequisite: | HSN201 |
| Contact hours: | 1 x 2 hour lecture per week, 1 x 1 hour tutorial in weeks 2, 6, 8, 10 of trimester and 1 x 1 hour laboratory in week 4 (ie: week commencing 8 April 2013) |
Note:Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit will provide an introduction to the major areas of sport and exercise nutrition for elite athletes and recreational exercisers. It will cover sport and exercise nutrition for pre-, during and post activity considering various sporting activities and body composition considerations. Food and fluid choices for maximising sport and exercise performance will be considered with protein and carbohydrate requirements. A range of supplements will be analysed regarding claims made for performance enhancement and the relationship between exercise and the immune system.
Assessment
Examination (2 hours) 50%, one assignment (1500 words) 35%, 5 x online multiple choice quizzes (5 x 3% = 15%)
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1045 | $1045 | $2910 | $2987 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.