FCS 321: CONTP FOODS/NUTR
California State University, Northridge
Prerequisite: FCS 207 or HSCI 337. Corequisite: FCS 321L. Examination of contemporary issues in food and nutrition. Analysis, discussion and evaluation of the socioeconomic, political, environmental, ethical and cultural factors that shape food and nutrition systems and behavior across individuals, groups, and nations. Software are used to evaluate the nutritional value and economic viability of meal plans and food systems. Two hours of lecture and one 3-hour of lab activity required per week.
Average GPA: 3.61
Grade distribution records: 369 students across 13 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A | 201 | 54.5% |
| A- | 77 | 20.9% |
| B+ | 32 | 8.7% |
| B | 24 | 6.5% |
| B- | 15 | 4.1% |
| C+ | 5 | 1.4% |
| C | 4 | 1.1% |
| C- | 3 | 0.8% |
| D | 1 | 0.3% |
| F | 7 | 1.9% |
Based on 369 student grade records across 13 terms and 3 professors.
Instructors
- Ava Lara Mckay 253 students, Average GPA 3.66
- Nelida Duran 86 students, Average GPA 3.52
- Nataly Kepes 30 students, Average GPA 3.48