ADT in Nutrition and Dietetics
The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer (AS-T) involves the understanding of nutrient metabolism and the relationship to optimal health including prevention of degenerative diseases. The course of study provides an integrated curriculum of nutrition coursework along with a solid background in the human body, chemical function and metabolism of nutrients, and the sociological implications of food and behavior. Throughout the degree students will acquire and develop knowledge and skills that will provide a solid background in nutrition so that students can make informed decisions on their personal health and that of their families and communities.
Upon completion of the Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer (AS-T), students will have a strong academic foundation in the field and be prepared for upper division baccalaureate study. Completion of the degree indicates that the student will have satisfied the lower division requirements for transfer into a Nutrition and Dietetics program for many campuses in the California State University system.
A.S.-Transfer Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Nutrition and Dietetics A.S.-Transfer Degree will:
- Demonstrate and articulate a comprehensive knowledge of the relationship of nutrients and lifestyle factors and the associated risk of degenerative diseases.
- Demonstrate knowledge of physiological processes such as digestion, absorption, transport and metabolism of nutrients.
- Recognize and separate scientifically supported information from misinformation, and identify ways in which social factors influence food related choices, practices and beliefs.
Students receiving this transfer degree must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
- The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education - Breadth Requirements.
- A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
- Meet the 12-unit residency requirement.
ADTs also require that students must earn a "C" (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| BIOL 220 | Microbiology | 5 |
| CHEM 111 | General Chemistry I | 5 |
| KIN 173 | Introduction to Nutrition | 3 |
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| or PSY 101H | Introduction to Psychology - Honors | |
| List A: Select two (2) of the following courses: | ||
| Human Anatomy | 4 | |
| Human Physiology | 4 | |
| General Chemistry II | 5 | |
| Introduction to Statistics 1 | 4 | |
| List B: Select one (1) of the following courses: | ||
| Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 | |
or ANTH 210H | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology - Honors | |
| Survey of Economics | 3 | |
| American Food And Culture: Global Origins, History, and Current Impacts | 3 | |
| Developmental Psychology | 3 | |
| Introduction to Sociology | 3 | |
| Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 | |
or SPCH 101H | Introduction to Public Speaking - Honors | |
| Total Units | 27-28 | |
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MATH 165 is degree applicable with or without MATH 065. If taken with MATH 065, only the units for MATH 165 will be counted towards the degree.
2-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
Note: Co-requisite MATH course (2 units) and/or substitute ENGL 101E (5 units) may be needed based on placement.
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| KIN 173 | Introduction to Nutrition | 3 |
| COUN 205 | Pathways to Healthcare Careers | 3 |
| MATH 165 or MATH 165H |
Introductory Statistics or Introductory Statistics - Honors |
4 |
| ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H |
Reading and Composition or Reading and Composition - Honors |
4 |
| Units | 14 | |
| Winter Term 1 | ||
| ENGL 103 |
Composition and Critical Thinking or Composition and Critical Thinking - Honors or Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking or Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking - Honors |
3 |
| ARCH 250 |
History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism or History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day or Art History - Fundamentals of Global Art History or Art History - Topics in Contemporary Art or History of Photography or Introduction to the Visual Arts or Motion Picture Appreciation or Motion Picture Appreciation - Honors or History of Dance or History of Rock and Roll or Introduction to Theatre Arts or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors |
3 |
| Units | 6 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| CHEM 110 | Beginning General Chemistry | 5 |
| BIOL 105 |
General Biology or General Biology - Honors or Molecular and Cellular Biology |
4 |
| SPCH 100 |
Interpersonal Communication or Interpersonal Communication - Honors or Public Address or Public Address - Honors or Small Group Communication |
3 |
| Units | 12 | |
| Summer Term 1 | ||
| BIOL 200 | Human Anatomy | 4 |
| Units | 4 | |
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| BIOL 201 | Human Physiology | 4 |
| CHEM 111 | General Chemistry I | 5 |
| KIN 166 | American Food And Culture: Global Origins, History, and Current Impacts | 3 |
| HIST 107 |
History of the United States before 1877 or History of the United States before 1877 - Honors or History of the United States since 1877 or History of the United States since 1877 - Honors or History of Women in the United States |
3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Winter Term 2 | ||
| POLI 103 or POLI 103H |
American Government and Politics or American Government and Politics - Honors |
3 |
| ETHN 101 or ETHN 116 |
Introduction to Ethnic Studies or Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies |
3 |
| Units | 6 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| BIOL 220 | Microbiology | 5 |
| CHEM 112 | General Chemistry II | 5 |
| PSY 101 or PSY 101H |
Introduction to Psychology or Introduction to Psychology - Honors |
3 |
| Units | 13 | |
| Total Units | 70 | |
Career Opportunities
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