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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
GEP1013 Healthy Nutrition in Exercise Fall
Spring
3 0 3 4
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: Turkish
Type of course: GE-Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. İLAYDA ÖZTÜRK ALTUNCEVAHİR
Course Objectives: To learn exercise-specific nutrition approaches that determine the nutritional needs of exercisers, increase performance, and prevent injury and disease risks

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Students who successfully complete this course;

1) Learn basic concepts about nutrition
2) Learn the energy and macronutrient requirements of exercisers
3) Learn the micronutrient requirements of exercisers
4) Understand the importance of fluid consumption

Course Content

The interaction between exercise, nutrition, and health, energy and macronutrients, nutritional characteristics before, during, and after exercise, the importance of fluid consumption, ergogenic aid, body composition and weight control, nutritional characteristics during exercise under different conditions

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the Course
2) Basic concepts related to Exercise and Nutrition
3) Energy Metabolism
4) What is carbohydrate? Importance of carbohydrates in exercise
5) Carbohydrate requirements in exercise and other topics
6) What is protein? Importance of proteins in exercise
7) Protein requirements in exercise and protein supplements
8) Midterm Exam
9) What is fat? Importance of fats in exercise
10) What is vitamin? Importance of fat-soluble vitamins in exercise
11) Importance of water-soluble vitamins in exercise
12) What is a mineral? Importance of minerals in exercise
13) Importance of Fluid Consumption in Exercise
14) Evaluation of the course

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: COLEMAN, E.; ROSENBLOOM, C. 2012. Sports Nutrition : A Practice Manual for Professionals. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; 5 edition
References: Jäger, R., Kerksick, C. M., Campbell, B. I., Cribb, P. J., Wells, S. D., Skwiat, T. M., ... & Smith-Ryan, A. E. (2017). International society of sports nutrition position stand: protein and exercise. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 14(1), 1-25.
Maughan, R. J., Burke, L. M., Dvorak, J., Larson-Meyer, D. E., Peeling, P., Phillips, S. M., ... & Meeusen, R. (2018). IOC consensus statement: dietary supplements and the high-performance athlete. International journal of sport nutrition and exercise metabolism, 28(2), 104-125.
Thomas, D. T., Erdman, K. A., & Burke, L. M. (2016). American College of Sports Medicine Joint Position Statement. Nutrition and Athletic Performance. Medicine and science in sports and exercise, 48(3), 543-568.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 3 39
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) 13 4 52
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 96

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Being able to identify problems and ask right questions 2
2) Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude 1
3) Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail 3
4) Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education 4
5) Applying theoretical concepts in project planning 3
6) Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork 4
7) Increasing efficiency rate in business environment
8) Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty 3
9) Researching to gather information for understanding current threats and opportunities in business
10) Being aware of the effects of globalization on society and business while deciding 2
11) Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology
12) Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life 3
13) Possessing managing skills and competence
14) Deciding with the awareness of the legal and ethical consequences of business operations
15) Expressing opinions that are built through critical thinking process in business and academic environment 3