Basics of foods and nutrition research methodology. Critical
reading and evaluation of the foods and nutrition literature
using the evidence-based guidelines and protocols. Application
of research findings to dietetic practice.
Additional Requirements for Graduate Students: Graduate students will write a detailed report that demonstrates
their creative independence with a level of complexity and
specialization beyond the expectations for the undergraduate
students. This report will systematically analyze and explore an
advanced topic related to the course content (minimum of 10
pages and 5 scholarly references).
Athena Title
Research Methods
Undergraduate Pre or Corequisite
(BIOL 1103 or BIOL 1103E) and BIOL 1103L) or (BIOL 1107 or BIOL 1107E) and 1107L) and (NUTR 2100 or NUTR 2100E or NUTR 2100H) and (CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1212L)
Semester Course Offered
Not offered on a regular basis.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to understand the basics of research design and statistical analysis used in food and nutrition research.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to locate current foods and nutrition literature and evidence-based guidelines and protocols.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to interpret new scientific findings using evidence-based guidelines and protocols.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to conduct descriptive statistical analyses.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to incorporate the basics of research design and descriptive statistical analysis in developing and evaluating a client/patient care plan.
Topical Outline
WK1: Basics of research I: What is research?
WK2: Basics of research II: Study sample and ethics overview
WK3: Basics of research III: Measurement
WK4: Basics of research IV: Research design I
WK5: Basics of research IV: Research design II
WK6: How to locate foods and nutrition literature
WK7: Basics of research V: Statistical analysis
WK8: How to locate evidence-based guidelines and protocols
WK9: How to complete a paper review report
WK10: How to conduct descriptive statistical analysis
