Research Methods & Analysis in Nutritional Science
This course will familiarize students with current methodologies of assessing nutritional status through molecular biology, clinical/biochemical analysis, and dietary experimentation and analysis. Upon completion of this course,students will understand the work of a nutrition scientist, including asking scientific questions and generating hypotheses, using creativity and critical thinking to develop experimental design and execute laboratory procedures, as well as interpreting data and presenting (written and oral) findings from results obtained.Throughout the course, students will perform several nutritional assessments and compare and contrast the results to those obtained from a controlled analytical method and/or specimen.
Topics
- Applies an understanding of environmental, molecular factors (e.g., genes, proteins, metabolites) and food in the development and management of disease. (1.1) Applies knowledge of math and statistics. (1.10) Demonstrates computer skills and uses nutrition informatics in the decision making process (1.13) Incorporates critical thinking skills in practice. (6.1) Applies scientific methods utilizing ethical research practices when reviewing, evaluating, and conducting research. (6.2) Applies current research and evidence-informed practice to services. (6.3) Uses effective communication, collaboration and advocacy skills. (7.2)
Official catalogue course objectives and student learning outcomes
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027