Recent SemestersWinter 2027, Summer 2026Class Size40–80 studentsCredits0PrerequisiteCompletion of NS 102A and NS 103A In this course, the focus is on development of nursing skills and competent nursing care. Participation is required to develop and enhance skills in the clinical setting with a preceptor. (R unlimited) 310 2024-2025 AVC College Catalog Nutrition and Foods Department Description The program in Nutrition and Foods allows individuals to acquire knowledge of nutrition to promote optimum health and maximize one's physical, social, and economic potential. The Nutrition and Foods program includes courses that may ap- ply toward; 1) vocational training, 2) the associate degree or, 3) transfer to upper-division institutions for careers in dietet- ics, dietary health care, and nutrition fitness and health. This program provides up-to-date scientific and factual informa- tion as well as practical application of that information to the everyday nutrition and food choices that consumers must make. Program Learning Outcomes Nutrition and Foods 1. Demonstrate the ability to use accepted nutrition computer software to analyze dietary intake. 2. Analyze dietary intake as it relates to common nutrition re- lated conditions. 3. Develop an understanding of how food affects nutrient intake as noted by nutrition software and the ability to understand basic scientific data. Certificate Program Certificate not applicable. Associate Degree Nutrition and Dietetics AS- T The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer (AS-T in Nutrition and Dietetics) degree offers students a fundamental knowledge of Nutrition and Dietetics and its relation to science, technology, and engineering. Students will enhance their problem solving and critical thinking skills by applying mathematical models to real world problems or utilizing mathematical objects and theorems to evaluate the validity of a statement or to prove mathematical statements. The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer (AS-T in Nutrition and Dietetics) degree meets the requirements of SB 1440 for Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADT). These degrees are intended to make it easier for students to transfer to California State University campuses, but do not exclude admittance to other colleges or universities. To earn an Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer (AS-T in Nutrition and Dietetics) degree a student must Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionParticipation is required to develop and enhance skills in the clinical setting with a preceptor. (R unlimited) 310 2024-2025 AVC College Catalog Nutrition and Foods Department Description The program in Nutrition and Foods allows individuals to acquire knowledge of nutrition to promote optimum health and maximize one's physical, social, and economic potential. The Nutrition and Foods program includes courses that may ap- ply toward; 1) vocational training, 2) the associate degree or, 3) transfer to upper-division institutions for careers in dietet- ics, dietary health care, and nutrition fitness and health. This program provides up-to-date scientific and factual informa- tion as well as practical application of that information to the everyday nutrition and food choices that consumers must make. Program Learning Outcomes Nutrition and Foods 1. Demonstrate the ability to use accepted nutrition computer software to analyze dietary intake. 2. Analyze dietary intake as it relates to common nutrition re- lated conditions. 3. Develop an understanding of how food affects nutrient intake as noted by nutrition software and the ability to understand basic scientific data. Certificate Program Certificate not applicable. Associate Degree Nutrition and Dietetics AS- T The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer (AS-T in Nutrition and Dietetics) degree offers students a fundamental knowledge of Nutrition and Dietetics and its relation to science, technology, and engineering. Students will enhance their problem solving and critical thinking skills by applying mathematical models to real world problems or utilizing mathematical objects and theorems to evaluate the validity of a statement or to prove mathematical statements. The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer (AS-T in Nutrition and Dietetics) degree meets the requirements of SB 1440 for Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADT). These degrees are intended to make it easier for students to transfer to California State University campuses, but do not exclude admittance to other colleges or universities. To earn an Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer (AS-T in Nutrition and Dietetics) degree a student must complete the following: (1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following: (A) The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education � Breadth Requirements. (B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district. (2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. ADTs also require that students must earn a C or "P" or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. Program Requirements Nutrition and Dietetics AS-T (Total 28 - 29) Complete all of the following: Required Courses (Total 21) Complete all of the following: Units NF100 - Nutrition 3 PSY101 - General Psychology 3 CHEM110 - General Chemistry 5 CHEM120 - General Chemistry 5 BIOL204 - General Microbiology 5 Required Electives List A (Total 4 - 5) Complete 4-5 units: CHEM210 - Organic Chemistry 5 BIOL201 - General Human Anatomy 4 BIOL202 - General Human Physiology 4 MATH115 - Statistics 4 MATH116 - Introduction to Statistics Using R 4 Required Electives List B (Total 3) Complete 3 units: NF103 - Principles of Food Preparation 3 PSY232 - Theories of Personality 3 PSY233 - Personal and Social Adjustment 3 Recommended Pathway Term 1 Units CSU GE A-1 (recommended COMM101) 3 CSU GE A-2 (ENGL101) 3 CSU GE B-1 (recommended CHEM110) 5 General Elective 1 CSU GE D (recommended PSY101) 3 Total 15 Term 2 CHEM120 - General Chemistry 5 CSU GE E (recommended NF100) 3 CSU GE B-4 (recommended MATH115 or MATH116) 4 CSU GE A-3 3 Total 15 Term 3 Required Electives List A (see list) 4 Required Electives List B (see list) 3 CSU GE C-2 (recommended NF150) 3 CSU GE B-2 (recommended BIOL204) 5 Total 15 