SPOR009 Nutrition İn SportsIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Civil Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Civil Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: SPOR009
Course Name: Nutrition İn Sports
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 4
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. LALE ORTA
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: It is aimed to teach the principles of nutrition, the functions of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, minerals, vitamins and water in the organism, their effects on physical performance, nutrition principles before, during and after the race, nutrition according to age, gender and disease status, weight control in sports.
Course Content: Definition of nutrition
energy systems
carbohydrates
Proteins
oils
vitamins
Minerals
Water, its importance, fluid requirement
Exercise and nutrition
Weight problems in athletes
Doping

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) To be able to define the importance of Sports Nutrition Doping and Ergogenic Aid
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) To be able to evaluate the relationship between other systems
2) To be able to question the physiopathological findings related to the subject
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
1) To be able to analyze the general principles of the subject
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Definition of nutrition, its importance, adequate and balanced nutrition The relationship between nutrition, health and performance
2) Energy systems (Anaerobic, Aerobic)
3) Carbohydrates, carbohydrate intake before, during and after exercise
4) Protein requirement, deficiency, excess, its place in sports nutrition
5) Functions of fats, their place in sports nutrition
6) Vitamin requirement, excess, Fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins, Antioxidant vitamins, Place in sports nutrition
7) Functions of minerals, daily requirements, place in sports nutrition
8) Midterm Exams
9) Water, its importance, fluid requirement, Dehydration, Content, amount and time of water to be given to the athlete
10) Muscle glycogen loading and supersaturation Effect of fat diets on endurance performance, Tea coffee alcohol
11) Nutrition before, during and after exercise Methods for finding the ideal weight, Weight loss and gain methods and recommendations, Energy balance, Daily food requirement and average daily energy needs of elite athletes
12) Ergogenic aid, definition, importance, Nutritional ergogenic aids, Place in athlete performance
13) Mechanical and biomechanical aids, Pharmacological aids (Medicines), Physiological aids (Blood doping), Psychological aids (Psychological stimulants, Trachylisants for calming effect), Their place in athlete performance
14) Doping, definition, history, harms, Doping classification, Drugs, Doping methods, Some drugs related to restriction

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: • Ersoy, G. (2006). Sporcu Beslenmesi, 1. Baskı, Sinem Matbaacılık: Ankara.
References: • Ersoy, G. (2006). Sporcu Beslenmesi, 1. Baskı, Sinem Matbaacılık: Ankara.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Lesson
Reading
Homework
Report Writing

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework

Assessment & Grading

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

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 13 39
Midterms 1 1
Final 1 1
Total Workload 41