Launceston
Introduction
This unit covers assessment of the nutritional status of individuals, groups, communities, and populations using anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, dietary, and ecological methods. In this unit you will examine a variety of approaches to measuring food and nutrition within the Australian context and the application of these measures for improving health. You will evaluate the design and use of diet histories, food records, health surveys, food frequency questionnaires and anthropometric measures in measuring nutritional status of individuals and communities. You will also develop practical skills using various nutritional assessment tools.
Summary
| Unit name | Nutritional Assessment |
| Unit code | CXA228 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Health School of Health Sciences |
| Discipline | Health Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Kiran Ahuja |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Intermediate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 4/7/2027 | 26/7/2027 | 29/8/2027 | 23/10/2027 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the rationale for assessing food intake and nutritional status among Australians
- Measure, analyse and interpret food intake and nutritional status at the individual, community and population levels
- Compare the benefits and limitations of nutrition assessment methods commonly used in Australia
- Use nutritional assessment data to develop strategies for improving the health of Australians
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CXA208 or CXA108Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | MyLO content on topics indicated in the Schedule (3hrs x weekly), Workshop (2hrs x weekly), Personal study to complete the unit/assignments individually (5hrs x weekly) |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Anthropometry Assignment (30%)|Health Needs Assessment and Intervention Plan (30%)|Diet Report (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
|---|---|
| Recommended | The following textbooks are recommended for CXA228 and are available from the University of Tasmania Library as eBooks, or available to purchase as an eBook or printed copy from VitalSource: |
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