Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion

FNH 1001 First Year Seminar: 1 hour.

One hour lecture. First-year seminars explore a diverse arrary of topics that provide students with an opportunity to learn about a specific discipline from skilled faculty members

FNH 1003 Introduction to Vitamins and Supplements: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. An introductory course to understanding the basics related to the scope, potency, and interplay of regulatory vitamins and supplements in human health and illness

FNH 1103 Introduction to Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. An introductory course that relates the importance of food science, nutrition, and health promotion to the community to consideration of current trends in these fields

FNH 2011 Career Planning and Success Skills in Food Science: 1 hour.

One hour lecture.The course will introduce students to the job opportunities and skills necessary for success in food industries

FNH 2112 Food Products Evaluation: 2 hours.

One hour lecture. Two hours laboratory. Sensory examination of food products; common defects, causes, and remedies. Basic methods of evaluation of different types of foods

FNH 2203 Science of Food Preparation: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in CH 1213/1221 or HS major). One hour lecture. Four hours laboratory. A study of foods and the principles underlying handling and preparation of food products to maintain the highest standards of quality. (Same as HS 2203)

FNH 2233 Meal Management: 3 hours.

One hour lecture. Four hours laboratory. Planning, preparing and serving meals; emphasis on management of time, energy, and money in relation to feeding the family. (HS 2233)

FNH 2283 Child Health and Nutrition: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Nutrition requirements during pregnancy and lactation, and of infants and young children; birth defects from metabolic errors; related health of young children. (Same as HS 2283)

FNH 2293 Individual and Family Nutrition: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Fundamental principles of human nutrition and the practical application of this knowledge in the selection of adequate diets. (Same as HS 2293)

FNH 2990 Special Topics in Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion: 1-9 hours.

Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)

FNH 3003 Nutrition Field Experience: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in FNH 3701 and Junior or Senior Standing). Supervised work experience for nutrition students in an approved situation

FNH 3111 Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion Seminar: 1 hour.

One hour lecture. Preparation and presentation on specially assigned current topics in Food Science, Nutrition, and Health Promotion

FNH 3142 Meats Judging I: 2 hours.

Spring semester. Four hours laboratory. Grading and judging meat carcasses and cuts, study of packing house operations. (Same as ADS 3142)

FNH 3163 Basic Principles of Health Promotion: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Basic concepts of health promotion. Role of health/fitness professional in developing wellness/prevention oriented interventions to promote healthy lifestyles

FNH 3263 Research Methods in Food and Nutrition: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in ST 2113 and Junior or Senior Standing, or Consent of Instructor). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Introduction to food and nutrition research methods, application of computer and related technologies in nutrition research through design and development of a research project

FNH 3283 The Food Service System: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher in FNH 2203 and Junior or Senior Standing, or PGM major). Three hours lecture. Introduction to the food service system concept, functional subsystems, and management of financial and human resources

FNH 3314 Introduction to Meat Science: 4 hours.

(Prerequisites: ADS 1114 or FNH 1103). Three hour lecture. Two hours laboratory. Introduction to survey of the muscle food industry including history, production of meat including harvesting, inspection, evaluation and fabrication, storage and value added manufacturing of meat. (Same as ADS 3314)

FNH 3701 Nutrition Professional Development: 1 hour.

(Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing and consent of instructor). Preparation for nutrition field experience, dietetic internship, and careers

FNH 3723 Community Nutrition: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher in FNH 2293 and Junior or Senior Standing). Three hours lecture. The course addresses the biological economic, social-cultural and policy issues that impact communities by understanding and evaluating the various solutions to improving community health outcomes

FNH 4000 Directed Individual Study in Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion: 1-6 hours.

Hours and credits to be arranged

FNH 4013 Nutrition Assessment: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in FNH 2293 and KI 2603 and Junior Standing). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Selection, utilization, interpretation, and evaluation of anthropometric, laboratory, clinical and dietary methods available for the assessment of nutritional status

FNH 4114 Analysis of Food Products: 4 hours.

(Prerequisites: CH 2503). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Chemistry and technology of food products processing and physical and chemical methods of analyzing foods and biological products

FNH 4123 Nutrition and Chronic Disease: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in FNH 4013/6013 and Junior or Senior Standing). Three hours lecture. The study of principles of nutrition and pathophysiology of chronic diseases and medical and nutrition management/treatment of chronic diseases and impact on nutritional status

FNH 4143 Dairy Foods Processing: 3 hours.

Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Basic concepts of processing, freezing, and concentrating milk and milk products. Emphasis on fluid milk products, frozen dairy desserts, and dried products

FNH 4164 Quality Assurance of Food Products: 4 hours.

(Prerequisite: BIO 3304). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Principles, methods, and techniques involved in evaluating essential parameters for commercial, state and federal control of food products

FNH 4173 Food Packaging: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Objectives and requirements of packaging; composition, characteristics, chemical and physical properties, selection and adaptation of packaging materials and packages

FNH 4193 Social-Cultural Aspects of Food: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. A study of international, regional and religious history, customs, beliefs and other impacts upon food preparation and consumption

FNH 4200 Dual Enroll MUW Culinology Pgm: 1-12 hours.

FNH 4223 Sports Nutrition: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: FNH 2293 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Integration of nutrition and exercise physiology illustrating links between training, increased demand for nutrients, appropriate intake of foods, beverages and supplements and performance

FNH 4233 Medical Nutrition Therapy: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in FNH 4013/6013 or consent of instructor) Three hours lecture. The study and application of the principles of medical nutrition therapy in stress, trauma and specific disease conditions

FNH 4241 Applied Food Chemistry: 1 hour.

(Prerequisite: BCH 3613 and prior credit for/or current enrollment in FNH 4243/6243). Two hour laboratory. Basic laboratory experiments to provide understanding of the function and interactions of chemical components in food

FNH 4243 Composition and Chemical Reactions of Foods: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in CH 1213, and CH 2503 or equivalent, and Junior or Senior Standing). Three hours lecture. Nature and chemical behavior of food constituents including proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, minerals, water, enzymes and pigments; properties of food systems as related to commercial preparation. (Same as ADS 4243/6243)

FNH 4253 Macronutrients: Human Metabolism: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: FNH Majors: Grade of “C” or better or concurrent enrollment in BCH 4013 and Junior or Senior Standing; or BCH Major). Three hours face to face lecture or web-based distance instruction. In-depth study of the chemistry and functionality of macronutrients in food systems and their biochemical impact on the human body. (Same as BCH 4253/6253)

FNH 4283 Purchasing Food and Equipment for Food Service Systems: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Procuring food and equipment for food service systems. Product specifications, cost-effectiveness, value analysis and quality standards

FNH 4284 Quantity Food Production and Service: 4 hours.

(Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher in FNH 2203 and FNH 3283 and Senior Standing). One hour lecture. Eight hours laboratory. Principles and methods of preparation and service of food in quantity

FNH 4293 Micronutrients: Human Metabolism: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in BCH 4013 and Junior or Senior Standing). Three hours lecture. Advanced human nutrition and metabolism of regulatory micronutrients

FNH 4313 Advanced Science of Muscle Foods: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Junior standing or greater, ADS/FNH 3314, CH 1223 and/or Instructor Consent). Three hours lecture. Exploration of the ultra-structure of muscle, (pre- and post-harvest), and the microbiology, inspection and safety, nutritional properties, and sensory characteristics of muscle foods. (Same as ADS 4313/6313.)

FNH 4333 Food Law: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Consent of instructor). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Role of law, mandatory and optional food regulations exercised by state, federal and international agencies on food quality, safety, wholesomeness, nutrition and security

FNH 4353 Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in FNH 4013/6013,FNH 4123/6123, FNH 4233/6233 and Senior Standing ). Three hours lecture. Study of interrelationships of physiological, biochemical and sociological factors and nutrient needs of individuals and groups during the life cycle; infancy through the later years

FNH 4373 Nutrition Education and Counseling Skills: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in FNH 3723 and Junior or Senior Standing). Three hours lecture. Examination of nutrition education and counseling in the delivery of food/nutrition interventions. Use of technology, interviewing, activities, and application strategies to enhance dietary change

FNH 4393 Prevention and Control of Disease: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. An examination of how food science, nutrition and health promotion relate to chronic diseases. Prevention, control and detection are examined

FNH 4414 Microbiology of Foods: 4 hours.

(Prerequisite: BIO 3404).Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Isolation and classification of the microorganisms associated with spoilage of commercial and domestic preserved foods. (Same as BIO 4414/6414)

FNH 4480 Food Science Internship: 3-6 hours.

(Prerequisites: Consent of instructor/advisor). Individual work experience in food science; students will gain faculty supervised experience in industrial, government, and /or University research settings. (May be taken twice for credit.)

FNH 4512 Poultry Products Safety and Sanitation: 2 hours.

(Prerequisite: Junior standing or greater.) Two hours lecture. Poultry product safety hazards, food safety systems (HACCP), principles and practices of food sanitation related to poultry products and poultry safety regulations. (Same as PO 4512/6512)

FNH 4514 Poultry Processing: 4 hours.

Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Study of commercial poultry processing including poultry inspection, regulations, processed poultry products, egg processing, and food safety. (Same as PO 4514/6514)

FNH 4553 Current Issues in Food Science: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Discussion of selected topics in the area of food science. Emphasis on topics published by the IFT's Expert Panel on Food Safety and Nutrition and the IFT Office of Scientific and Public Affairs

FNH 4563 Food Products Evaluation: 3 hours.

Basic principles and applications in food product measurements, including physical (viscosity, texture), chemical (ph, acidity), microbiological (bacteria, yeast), and sensory methods will be discussed. (This course is designed for certification programs and not for students enrolled in degree programs at MSU)

FNH 4573 Food Engineering Fundamentals: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: MA 1713, PH 1123 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Fundamentals of engineering as applied to food and agricultural products. Emphasis on units and dimensions, thermodynamics, mass and energy balances, fluid flow and heat transfer

FNH 4583 Food Preservation Technology: 3 hours.

Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Basics and unit operations on thermal processing, refrigeration/ freezing, concentration/dehydration, fermentation, preservatives, baking, low thermal processes, modified atmospheres, waste-water, and shelf-life will be discussed

FNH 4593 New Food Product Development: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Senior level standing). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. New product development, original idea through preliminary appraisal, economic and technological feasibility studies, laboratory developments, organoleptical and consumer testing, and revisions to final decision making

FNH 4613 Seafood Processing: 3 hours.

Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. A study of basic food science and technology principles directed toward seafood and aquaculture food harvesting, processing, marketing and regulation

FNH 4773 Introduction to Environmental Health: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Examines the relationship of people to their environment, how the environment can influence physical well-being, and importance of environmental protection to overall community health

FNH 4783 School and Community Drug Use Prevention: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Evidence-based prevention program for alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs in schools and communities. Focus on prevention through the Coordinated School Health Programs

FNH 4990 Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion: 1-9 hours.

Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years.)

FNH 6013 Nutrition Assessment: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in FNH 2293 and KI 2603 and Junior Standing). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Selection, utilization, interpretation, and evaluation of anthropometric, laboratory, clinical and dietary methods available for the assessment of nutritional status

FNH 6114 Analysis of Food Products: 4 hours.

(Prerequisites: CH 2503). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Chemistry and technology of food products processing and physical and chemical methods of analyzing foods and biological products

FNH 6123 Nutrition and Chronic Disease: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in FNH 4013/6013 and Junior or Senior Standing). Three hours lecture. The study of principles of nutrition and pathophysiology of chronic diseases and medical and nutrition management/treatment of chronic diseases and impact on nutritional status

FNH 6143 Dairy Foods Processing: 3 hours.

Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Basic concepts of processing, freezing, and concentrating milk and milk products. Emphasis on fluid milk products, frozen dairy desserts, and dried products

FNH 6164 Quality Assurance of Food Products: 4 hours.

(Prerequisite: BIO 3304). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Principles, methods, and techniques involved in evaluating essential parameters for commercial, state and federal control of food products

FNH 6173 Food Packaging: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Objectives and requirements of packaging; composition, characteristics, chemical and physical properties, selection and adaptation of packaging materials and packages

FNH 6193 Social-Cultural Aspects of Food: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. A study of international, regional and religious history, customs, beliefs and other impacts upon food preparation and consumption

FNH 6223 Sports Nutrition: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: FNH 2293 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Integration of nutrition and exercise physiology illustrating links between training, increased demand for nutrients, appropriate intake of foods, beverages and supplements and performance

FNH 6233 Medical Nutrition Therapy: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in FNH 4013/6013 or consent of instructor) Three hours lecture. The study and application of the principles of medical nutrition therapy in stress, trauma and specific disease conditions

FNH 6241 Applied Food Chemistry: 1 hour.

(Prerequisite: BCH 3613 and prior credit for/or current enrollment in FNH 4243/6243). Two hour laboratory. Basic laboratory experiments to provide understanding of the function and interactions of chemical components in food

FNH 6243 Composition and Chemical Reactions of Foods: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in CH 1213, and CH 2503 or equivalent, and Junior or Senior Standing). Three hours lecture. Nature and chemical behavior of food constituents including proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, minerals, water, enzymes and pigments; properties of food systems as related to commercial preparation. (Same as ADS 4243/6243)

FNH 6253 Macronutrients: Human Metabolism: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: FNH Majors: Grade of “C” or better or concurrent enrollment in BCH 4013 and Junior or Senior Standing; or BCH Major). Three hours face to face lecture or web-based distance instruction. In-depth study of the chemistry and functionality of macronutrients in food systems and their biochemical impact on the human body. (Same as BCH 4253/6253)

FNH 6283 Purchasing Food and Equipment for Food Service Systems: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Procuring food and equipment for food service systems. Product specifications, cost-effectiveness, value analysis and quality standards

FNH 6293 Micronutrients: Human Metabolism: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in BCH 4013 and Junior or Senior Standing). Three hours lecture. Advanced human nutrition and metabolism of regulatory micronutrients

FNH 6313 Advanced Science of Muscle Foods: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Junior standing or greater, ADS/FNH 3314, CH 1223 and/or Instructor Consent). Three hours lecture. Exploration of the ultra-structure of muscle, (pre- and post-harvest), and the microbiology, inspection and safety, nutritional properties, and sensory characteristics of muscle foods. (Same as ADS 4313/6313.)

FNH 6333 Food Law: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Consent of instructor). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Role of law, mandatory and optional food regulations exercised by state, federal and international agencies on food quality, safety, wholesomeness, nutrition and security

FNH 6353 Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in FNH 4013/6013,FNH 4123/6123, FNH 4233/6233 and Senior Standing ). Three hours lecture. Study of interrelationships of physiological, biochemical and sociological factors and nutrient needs of individuals and groups during the life cycle; infancy through the later years

FNH 6373 Nutrition Education and Counseling Skills: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in FNH 3723 and Junior or Senior Standing). Three hours lecture. Examination of nutrition education and counseling in the delivery of food/nutrition interventions. Use of technology, interviewing, activities, and application strategies to enhance dietary change

FNH 6393 Prevention and Control of Disease: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. An examination of how food science, nutrition and health promotion relate to chronic diseases. Prevention, control and detection are examined

FNH 6414 Microbiology of Foods: 4 hours.

(Prerequisite: BIO 3404).Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Isolation and classification of the microorganisms associated with spoilage of commercial and domestic preserved foods. (Same as BIO 4414/6414)

FNH 6512 Poultry Products Safety and Sanitation: 2 hours.

(Prerequisite: Junior standing or greater.) Two hours lecture. Poultry product safety hazards, food safety systems (HACCP), principles and practices of food sanitation related to poultry products and poultry safety regulations. (Same as PO 4512/6512)

FNH 6514 Poultry Processing: 4 hours.

Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Study of commercial poultry processing including poultry inspection, regulations, processed poultry products, egg processing, and food safety. (Same as PO 4514/6514)

FNH 6573 Food Engineering Fundamentals: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: MA 1713, PH 1123 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Fundamentals of engineering as applied to food and agricultural products. Emphasis on units and dimensions, thermodynamics, mass and energy balances, fluid flow and heat transfer

FNH 6583 Food Preservation Technology: 3 hours.

Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Basics and unit operations on thermal processing, refrigeration/ freezing, concentration/dehydration, fermentation, preservatives, baking, low thermal processes, modified atmospheres, waste-water, and shelf-life will be discussed

FNH 6593 New Food Product Development: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Senior level standing). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. New product development, original idea through preliminary appraisal, economic and technological feasibility studies, laboratory developments, organoleptical and consumer testing, and revisions to final decision making

FNH 6613 Seafood Processing: 3 hours.

Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. A study of basic food science and technology principles directed toward seafood and aquaculture food harvesting, processing, marketing and regulation

FNH 6773 Introduction to Environmental Health: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Examines the relationship of people to their environment, how the environment can influence physical well-being, and importance of environmental protection to overall community health

FNH 6783 School and Community Drug Use Prevention: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Evidence-based prevention program for alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs in schools and communities. Focus on prevention through the Coordinated School Health Programs

FNH 6990 Special Topics in Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion: 1-9 hours.

Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years.)

FNH 7000 Directed Individual Study in Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion: 1-6 hours.

Hours and credit to be arranged

FNH 7223 Human Nutrition: 3 hours.

FNH 8000 Thesis Research/Thesis in Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion: 1-13 hours.

Thesis Research/Thesis. Hours and credits to be arranged

FNH 8111 Food Science, Nutrition, and Health Promotion Seminar: 1 hour.

One hour lecture. Preparation and presentation of reports on specially assigned current topics in Food Science

FNH 8113 Advanced Food Microbiology: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: BIO 4414 or equivalent). A specialized study of food poisoning outbreaks, including methods used in tracing origins and the investigation of etiological agents. Preventive measures considered

FNH 8121 Food Science Nutrition and Health Promotion Seminar: 1 hour.

One hour lecture. Preparation of reports on specially assigned current topics in Food Science

FNH 8131 Food Science Nutrition and Health Promotion Seminar: 1 hour.

One hour lecture. Preparation and presentation of reports on specially assigned current topics in Food Science

FNH 8163 Flavor and Food Acceptance: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite:CH 2503) Three hours lecture. Sensory responses with emphasis on smell, taste, tact, and appearance as related to foods. Techniques of panel and physicochemical methods of testing

FNH 8193 Problems in Health Education: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Includes current information relating to various health problems in our society. Stresses methods of prevention and wellness at different levels of curriculum organization

FNH 8233 Maternal, Infant, and Child Nutrition: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Nutritional needs during reproduction and growth; problems in nourishing women during the reproductive period, infants, and children; indices of growth and development

FNH 8243 Community Nutrition: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: HS 3213 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Nutrition services and problems in the community. Supervised experience in methods of determining and implementing action programs in nutrition education

FNH 8253 Nutrition and Food Science Research Techniques: 3 hours.

Spring Semester. One hour lecture. Six hours laboratory. Application of various instruments and techniques for assay of food and biological material

FNH 8263 Nutritional Genomics: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in FNH 4253/6253, or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. An in-depth study of the reciprocal interactions between genomic variations and nutrients and how they impact health

FNH 8273 Advanced Clinical Nutrition: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Senior level Medical Nutrition Therapy course) Three hours lecture. Study of advanced knowledge of principles of nutrition, pathophysiology and medical management of specific disease states and impact on nutritional status, including current research

FNH 8286 Supervised Practice Experience: 6 hours.

(Prerequisite: Admission in the Dietetic Internship/Graduate Studies Program). Supervised practice experience in clinical, community, and food service systems setttings. May be repeated for credit

FNH 8293 Molecular Nutrition: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in FNH 4243/6243 and FNH 4253/6253, or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. An in-depth study of the mechanisms of nutrients and their impact on human nutrition and health

FNH 8333 Food Safety and Security in Public Health: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Enrolled in graduate school or permission of instructor). Three hours lecture. Epidemiology and risk factors of illness from microbial food contaminates. Pre- and post-harvest interventions will be addressed. (Same as CVM 8333)

FNH 8423 Meat Science: 3 hours.

Summer semester. (Prerequisite: CH 4513/6513 or equivalent and BIO 3304 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Basic study of the value of meat and how this information is applied to the evaluation, processing, and preservation of meat, meat products, and meat by-products. (Same as ADS 8423)

FNH 8513 Theory and Practice of Health Education: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Historical perspectives and current status of health education/promotion. Fundamental constructs of the discipline in school, community, and worksite settings

FNH 8523 Health Promotion Techniques: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Examination of techniques utilized in delivery of health promotion interventions. Emphasizes uses of technology in development of activities suitable for diverse audiences and settings

FNH 8543 Health Education for Diverse Populations: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. This course is designed to help students identify and develop programs to overcome the health disparities that exist in diverse populations

FNH 8553 Behavioral Epidemiology: 3 hours.

Three hour lecture. Behavioral and social environmental issues related to premature morbidity and mortality patterns Current research literature and application of epidemiological principles to health education/promotion

FNH 8563 Principles of Epidemiology and Health Science Research: 3 hours.

Development of skills to interpret epidemiological research. Evaluation of various study design commonly used in the field of epidemiology related to health sciences

FNH 8572 Advanced Food Technology: 2 hours.

(Prerequisite: FNH 6583 and/or consent of instructor). Two hours lecture. Introduction and discussion of recent developments in Food Science and Technology including aseptic processing, microwave technology, food irradiation separation techniques, and modified atmosphere packaging

FNH 8613 Design and Administration of Health Promotion Programs: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Principles of health promotion planning models applicable to school, community, and worksite programs. Investigation of existing programs and current literature

FNH 8623 Current Issues in School Health: 3 hours.

Three hours seminar. Examination of the role of the health educator in the Coordinated School Health Program. Review of current curricular approaches and issues in school health

FNH 8653 Implementation and Evaluation of Health Promotion Programs: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Development and application of evaluation protocols for health promotion programs. Process, impact and outcome measures are examined

FNH 8673 Applied Projects for Certified Health Education Specialists: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.) Three hours directed individual study or special project. Experiential projects in health promotion program assessment, design, delivery, and evaluation. Utilization of skills of a Certified Health Education Specialist

FNH 8983 Ingredient Technology: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. A special study of the major food ingredients including functionality, applications, formulations, and legal considerations for formulated products

FNH 8990 Special Topics in Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion: 1-9 hours.

Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be offered on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years.)

FNH 9000 Dissertation Research/Dissertation in Food, Nutrition and Health Promotion: 1-13 hours.

Hours and credits to be arranged