General Information
This subject builds on earlier studies in clinical dietetics to develop graduate competencies relevant to sports nutrition. This subject provides students with an understanding of the relationship between nutrition, health and exercise performance. Students will develop an understanding of nutrient metabolism during exercise and the role of food, fluid and nutrition supplements in enhancing exercise performance, training and recovery. Current nutrition recommendations for overall health and well-being will also be covered along with nutrition and physical activity guidelines for modifying body composition and preventing and managing chronic disease. This subject will enhance student’s knowledge and skills to support their development towards evidence-based sports nutrition practice.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine Subject code: NUTR71-115 Subject title: Sports Nutrition Subject level: Postgraduate Semester/Year: May 2018 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Intensive Workload items: - Seminar: x2 (Total hours: 18) - Seminar 1
- Seminar: x2 (Total hours: 18) - Seminar 2
- Seminar: x2 (Total hours: 18) - Seminar 3
- Seminar: x2 (Total hours: 18) - Seminar 4
- Seminar: x2 (Total hours: 18) - Seminar 5
- Personal Study Hours: x2 (Total hours: 30) - Recommended study hours
Attendance and learning activities: Student must attend ALL sessions. Most sessions build on the work from the previous one. It is difficult to recover if a session is missed. Attendance in classes will be monitored. If a student has a legitimate reason for non-attendance they must notify the subject convenor as early as possible and provide documentation (i.e. absence form, medical certificate, statutory declaration). Participation in ALL classes is required in order to demonstrate professional competence. If a student fails to attend any less than 75% of the classes, they will not be eligible to pass the subject. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: Books
- Susan Lanham-New (Editor), Samantha Stear (Editor), Susan Shirreffs (Editor), Adam Collins (Editor) (2011). Sport and Exercise Nutrition. 1st, Wiley-Blackwell 400
iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the online learning environment at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, lecture recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine |
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| Subject code: | NUTR71-115 |
| Subject title: | Sports Nutrition |
| Subject level: | Postgraduate |
| Semester/Year: | May 2018 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Intensive |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | Student must attend ALL sessions. Most sessions build on the work from the previous one. It is difficult to recover if a session is missed. Attendance in classes will be monitored. If a student has a legitimate reason for non-attendance they must notify the subject convenor as early as possible and provide documentation (i.e. absence form, medical certificate, statutory declaration). Participation in ALL classes is required in order to demonstrate professional competence. If a student fails to attend any less than 75% of the classes, they will not be eligible to pass the subject. |
| Prescribed resources: | Books
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the online learning environment at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, lecture recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
| Requisites: |
Nil |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge. Admission into CC-63041 - Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice |
| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Describe foods and food preparation methods used in relation to sports nutrition practice.
- Apply the National Physical Activity Guidelines in practice.
- Develop educational material that is evidence-based, culturally sensitive and pitched at the appropriate literacy level to meet the needs of sports nutrition clients.
- Interpret and describe the advantages and limitations of anthropometric, body composition and nutritional assessment data using appropriate reference ranges.
- Identify nutrition outcome measures and performance indicators related to sports nutrition interventions and the factors that impact adaptation to training and exercise.
- Identify the changes in metabolism of carbohydrate, protein and fat that occur during physical activity and the likely impact on sports nutrition requirements.
- Outline nutrition strategies to enhance recovery and adaptation after exercise training.
- Provide an evidence-based rationale for the use of specific supplements and ergogenic aids to enhance performance.
- Describe the physiological functions of vitamins and minerals and explain how and why mincronutrient requirements may be altered in athletes compared with non-exercising individuals.
- Critically appraise the nutritional, health and psychological risks of 'fad' or popular diets.
- Identify and discuss specific nutrition issues associated with children, adolescent and older athletes.
- Apply knowledge of the sporting environment as to how this can influence sports nutrition practice.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed *In-Class Quiz - Individual This assessment includes 2 x 30 minute quizzes that will assess the knowledge you have gained through your coursework through a series of multiple choice and short answer questions. 35% Progressive 1,2,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12 Project§ You will develop a short sports nutrition 'eating for your sport' youtube/video clip. Your group will present your clip to the class and discuss key information relating to sports nutrition for your allocated sport. 30% In Consultation 1,3,6,8,12 *Competency Test The simulation exam will present a series of sports nutrition case studies or tasks that will require written or verbal responses. Assessment preparation will be undertaken in class. 35% In Consultation 1,4,5,6,8,9,10,11 - § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| *In-Class Quiz - Individual | This assessment includes 2 x 30 minute quizzes that will assess the knowledge you have gained through your coursework through a series of multiple choice and short answer questions. | 35% | Progressive | 1,2,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12 |
| Project§ | You will develop a short sports nutrition 'eating for your sport' youtube/video clip. Your group will present your clip to the class and discuss key information relating to sports nutrition for your allocated sport. | 30% | In Consultation | 1,3,6,8,12 |
| *Competency Test | The simulation exam will present a series of sports nutrition case studies or tasks that will require written or verbal responses. Assessment preparation will be undertaken in class. | 35% | In Consultation | 1,4,5,6,8,9,10,11 |
- § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A late penalty will be applied to all overdue assessment tasks unless an extension is granted by the subject coordinator. The standard penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment per day late with no assessment to be accepted seven days after the due date. Where a student is granted an extension, the penalty of 10% per day late starts from the new due date.
Academic Integrity
University’s Academic Integrity Policy defines plagiarism as the act of misrepresenting as one’s own original work: another’s ideas, interpretations, words, or creative works; and/or one’s own previous ideas, interpretations, words, or creative work without acknowledging that it was used previously (i.e., self-plagiarism). The University considers the act of plagiarising to be a breach of the Student Conduct Code and, therefore, subject to the Discipline Regulations which provide for a range of penalties including the reduction of marks or grades, fines and suspension from the University.
Bond University utilises Originality Reporting software to inform academic integrity.Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, as per the Assessment Policy.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
If you have a disability, illness, injury or health condition that impacts your capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks, it is important you let us know your special requirements, early in the semester. Students will need to make an application for support and submit it with recent, comprehensive documentation at an appointment with a Disability Officer. Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Office at the earliest possible time, to meet staff and learn about the services available to meet your specific needs. Please note that late notification or failure to disclose your disability can be to your disadvantage as the University cannot guarantee support under such circumstances.
Additional subject information
Subject curriculum
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Day 1 Introduction, Overview, Exercise Physiology.
Introduction and overview, assessment and pathways to practice. Exercise Physiology and training.
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Day 2 Dietary Assessment and body composition manipulation
Dietary assessment content, examples and practice. Weight management strategies and controversies, making weight, disordered eating and bone health.
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Day 3 - Dietary energy, fat and carbohydrate.
Exploring the factors influencing athlete energy requirements, accurate energy prescription, energy metabolism and fat as energy substrate. Carbohydrate metabolism and recommendations.
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Day 4 - Protein and Sports Nutrition applied to different contexts.
Protein recommendations for training, recovery, and muscle hypertrophy. Competition and training diet – principles and contextualised to sporting context e.g. field or court sports, explosive/sprint sports, swimming & rowing, road cycling and triathlon, middle and long distance running.
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Day 5 - Case study and project work
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Day 6 - Vitamin and Mineral requirements for athletes. Hydration.
Vitamin and mineral requirements for athletes. Hydration research, assessments and interventions. Hyponatremia.
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Day 7 - Sports nutrition for special populations and private practice.
Sports nutrition for special populations and private practice. Project Presentations.
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Day 8 - Evidence-based supplements, sports foods and ergogenic aids.
Finding proof of efficacy (science vs anecdotes), ethics and safety, trials and research, ergogenic aids, sports foods and supplements with scientific support.
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Day 9 - Translating knowledge to practice.
Practical sports food activities, guest speakers.
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Day 10 - Practical examination.
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