HSN719 - Population Nutrition and Physical Activity Assessment
Unit details
| Enrolment modes: | (X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | R Daly (B) |
| Incompatible with: | HSN305 |
Note:Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit provides an overview of methods of measuring food intake, physical activity, energy expenditure and body composition at the individual and population level. Practical activities are undertaken to gain a strong understanding of issues in analysing and interpreting data relating to nutritional and physical activity status and body composition. The uses and limitations of each of the assessment methodologies are critically evaluated. Reference standards and Australian norms for nutrition, physical activity and anthropometry are examined. The interpretation of dietary, physical activity and body composition survey data is addressed along with an examination of the theory and practice of validation and measurement error.
Assessment
One written report (1500 words) 30%, major assignment (3000 words) 50%, three online multiple choice tests (15 questions each) 20%
Prescribed texts
Gibson, R.S. 2005, Principles of Nutritional Assessment, Oxford University Press, Oxford, UK.
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1045 | $1045 | $2881 | $3001 |
* 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.