NUTR2001 Assessment 2 Part B Page 1 of 4 ASSESSMENT 2PARTBBRIEFSubject Code and TitleNUTR2001: Human Nutrition1AssessmentThe Role of Macronutrients in HealthIndividual/GroupIndividualLengthReport: 1500 words +/-10%Learning Outcomesa) Describe and distinguish the complex nature ofhuman digestion with specific reference tomacronutrient absorptionb) Define and discuss the structure of the macronutrientand their biological role in human metabolismc) List and recall … Continue reading “NUTR2001: Human Nutrition1 | My Assignment Tutor”
NUTR2001 Assessment 2 Part B Page 1 of 4 ASSESSMENT 2PARTBBRIEFSubject Code and TitleNUTR2001: Human Nutrition1AssessmentThe Role of Macronutrients in HealthIndividual/GroupIndividualLengthReport: 1500 words +/-10%Learning Outcomesa) Describe and distinguish the complex nature ofhuman digestion with specific reference tomacronutrient absorptionb) Define and discuss the structure of the macronutrientand their biological role in human metabolismc) List and recall recommended intakes anddietarysources of the various macronutrientsd) Demonstrating an understanding of contributingfactors that may lead to states of excess, insufficiencyor deficiency of macronutrientse) Recognise and interpret signs and symptomsassociated with states of excess, insufficiency ordeficiency of macronutrientsSubmissionBy 11:55pm AEST/AEDT Sunday of Module 5.2 (Week 10)For intensive class: By 11:55pm AEST/AEDT Sunday endof Week 5 / Module 5.1Weighting40%Total Marks100 marks Context:This assessment is aimed at developing the student’s understanding of all of themacronutrients and the role they play in human metabolism.By prescribing this assessment, students are able to build on their understanding of theimportance of nutrition in relation to human physiology and health. This assessment allowsstudents to further advance their skills in sourcing and identifying reliable and credibleinformation, which they will incorporate into their written work. Students are able to developtheir academic writing skills, as they are expected to express their ideas in a coherent andlogical manner, while also enhancing their critical analysis skills, through interpretation andtranslation of the informationresearched.NUTR2001 Assessment 2 Part B Page 2 of 4Instructions:Students are to discuss all of the following macronutrients listed below, and in a 1500-word report, define and describe the macronutrients in terms of: The composition of the macronutrients The biological functions Dietary sources Recommended Daily Intake (RDI) Factors contributing to states of excess Factors contributing to states of insufficiency and deficiency Signs and symptomsMacronutrients: Protein Carbohydrates LipidsReferencing:It is essential that you use appropriate APA style for citing and referencing research. Pleasesee more information on referencing herehttp://library.laureate.net.au/research_skills/referencingSources:Students should use at least five (5) reputable resources in their report.Information may be sourced from primary, secondary and tertiary sources:o Primary sources: original research articles, systematic reviews and meta-analysisfromhigh quality journals, peer reviewed journals.o Secondary sources: general review articles, summaries, abstracts of primary sourcearticles.o Tertiary sources: recognised, authoritative textbooks.Submission Instructions:Students to submit via the Assessment link in the main navigation menu in NUTR2001 HumanNutrition 1. The Learning Facilitator will provide feedback via the Grade Centre in the LMSportal. Feedback can be viewed in My Grades.NUTR2001 Assessment 2 Part B Page 3 of 4See the attached format for how to structure your report.How to Write aReportThe purpose of writing a report is to present information which can be described oranalysed. The key differences between writing a report and an essay; are that an essayprovides opportunity for exploration of ideas which can be expanded on in a lot more detail.A report on the other hand is more prescriptive in its structure and the language that isused. This means that your writing style needs to be concise and clear. Reports are brokenup into headings and subheadings, can include tables, graphs and diagrams; and informationcan be presented in dot point form whereappropriate.The following is a basic report structure which can be used to successfully complete thisassessment task.IntroductionThis section requires you to provide background information on the topic you have chosento investigate (including historical context, surrounding changes in our understanding), thepurpose of your report, and what information your report will contain. This section is to bewritten in complete sentences and paragraphs. It does not to contain any dot pointinformation or tables, graphs anddiagrams.Body of ReportThis section will be broken up into a series of subheadings which will address each of thekey areas you are required to research for your topic. The majority of these sections shouldbe written in complete sentences and paragraphs however, you can include graphs,diagrams and tables that may be appropriate. Ensure that you title these clearly, in thecorrect way, and reference using the APA system where necessary. Tables, graphs anddiagrams can also be added in an appendix at the end of your report, and when doing this,you need to clearly state where the item can be located. Generally, information presentedin this format does not count towards your overall word count. Some information may bepresented in dot point, however if the majority of your information is set out in this way itmakes it difficult to evaluate your level of understanding for each area being researched.ConclusionThis section brings together all of the information that you have presented in your report,and links back to your introduction any information that adds value to ouroverallunderstanding of the topic. You can also discuss any areas which have been identified asrequiring further research or investigation and how this will work to improve or change ourunderstanding of the topic. This section does not introduce or discuss any new informationspecifically, and like the introduction, will be written in complete sentences and paragraphs.No tables, graphs, diagrams or dot points.NUTR2001 Assessment 2 Part B Page 4 of 4ReferencesAfter the body of your report, you should list your references. You will need to list them inalphabetical order using the surname of the author, as per the APA 6th Edition format.Please ensure that you list all the resources you have used throughout the report,including any items in the Appendix.AppendixHere you can include information which you may have referred to specifically throughoutyour report, but were unable to include directly into the report (usually due to limitedword count). You need to ensure that anything you include here is clearly titled and easilyidentifiable as to where it relates within yourreport.NUTR2001 Assessment 2 Part B Page 5 of 4Word CountWord count must be clearly displayed on the title page or cover sheet. Required word countdoes not include text appearing in the title page, abstract, reference list or appendices, butdoes include in-text citations, the body of the text, headings and tables*. Tables, graphs, andfigures should be included as Appendices at the end of your assignment, and should notsubstitute the amount of information or discussion in the body of the academic submission,and should not consist of more than 10% of the total assignment word count. If you have anyqueries please consult with your lecturer before you complete and submit your assessment. Word Count ExcessPenalty10% – 20%5% of the total markMore than 20%10% of the total markallocated for every 10%over the stated word countdown to a minimum of50%. *unless otherwise suggested in the assessment brief.APA ReferencingA link to the Academic Writing and Referencing Guide can be found herehttps://library.torrens.edu.au/learn-more/referencingOverdue AssessmentsAn assessment is ‘overdue’ when it is not submitted by the due date or by the agreedextension date. For each calendar day (i.e. 24 hours) the assessment is late, a loss of 10% ofthe total possible marks will occur up to a total of five calendar days, after which a zero markwill be recorded. Arrangements for an assessment extension is available to students withunexpected or extenuating circumstances.(see Application for Assessment Special Consideration form)NUTR2001 Assessment 2 Part B Brief Page 4 of 4Learning Rubric: Assessment 2 Part B Final Report AssessmentAttributesFail (Unacceptable)0-49%Pass(Functional)50-64%Credit(Proficient)65-74%Distinction(Advanced)75 -84%High Distinction(Exceptional)85-100%Grade Description(Grading Scheme)Evidence of unsatisfactoryachievement of one or moreofthe learning objectives of thecourse, insufficientunderstanding of the coursecontent and/or unsatisfactorylevel of skilldevelopment.Evidence of satisfactoryachievement of courselearningobjectives, the developmentofrelevant skills to a competentlevel, and adequateinterpretation and criticalanalysis skills.Evidence of a good level ofunderstanding, knowledge andskill development in relation tothe content of the course orwork of a superior quality onthemajority of the learningobjectives of thecourse.Demonstration of a high level ofinterpretation and criticalanalysis skills.Evidence of a high level ofachievement of the learningobjectives of the coursedemonstrated in such areas asinterpretation and criticalanalysis, logical argument, useofmethodology andcommunication skills.Evidence of an exceptionallevelof achievement of learningobjectives across the entirecontent of the coursedemonstrated in such areasasinterpretation and criticalanalysis, logical argument,creativity, originality, use ofmethodology andcommunication skills.Knowledge andUnderstanding40%Limited understanding ofthe topic. Key areas havenot been addressed.Demonstrates knowledgeof the assigned topic, andis able to summariseinformation, whichhighlights a basicunderstanding of thecontent.Thorough understanding ofthe topic, anddemonstrates a capacity toexplain and apply relevantconcepts. All key areashave been addressed.Highly developedunderstanding of the topic.Has addressed all key areasof the assessment in detailand demonstrated acapacity to clearly explainall relevant concepts.A sophisticatedunderstanding of the topic.Has addressed all of thekey concepts in detail anddemonstrated a capacity toadd insight and furtherunderstanding to theconcepts explored.Content40%Text contains limited factsand examples related tothe topic.Text provides facts,definitions, details andexamples that attempt todevelop and explain thetopic.Text provides relevantfacts, extended definitions,concrete details andexamples that develop andexplain the topic.Text provides relevantfacts, extended definitions,concrete details andexamples that sufficientlydevelop and explain thetopic.Strong application ofinformation, which ispresented expertly andauthoritatively. Textprovides significant andrelevant facts, extendeddefinitions, concretedetails and examples thatare thoroughly developed. NUTR2001 Assessment 2 Part B Brief Page 4 of 4 Structure10%Has not been written inaccordance to academicgenre. Is difficult tounderstand and is lackingin flow of ideas and line ofreasoning.Poorly written with errorsin spelling and grammar.Is written in accordance toacademic genre and haveaccurate spelling,grammar, sentence, andparagraph construction.Information and evidenceare presented in a mannerthat is not consistentlyclear and logical.Is well written and adheresto academic genre.Information is wellpresented, anddemonstrates a clear flowof ideas and easy to followline of reasoning.Is very well written andadheres to academic genre.Information and evidenceare well presented in aclear and logical manner.Evidence expertly supportsand develops ideas.Audience is engaged anddemonstrates culturalsensitivity.Expertly written andadheres to the academicgenre.Demonstrates asophisticated flow of ideaswhich engages andsustains audience’sinterest.Substantiation10%Demonstrates inconsistentuse of good quality,credible and relevantresearch sources tosupport ideas. APAreferencing has errors ornot been usedconsistently.Demonstrates consistentused of credible andrelevant research sourcesto support and developideas, although these arenot consistently explicit orwell developed.There are no mistakesusing APA referencingstyle.Demonstrates consistentuse of high quality, credibleand relevant researchsources to support anddevelop ideas.There are no mistakesusing APA referencingstyle.Consistently demonstratesexpert use of high quality,credible and relevantsources to support writing.Demonstrates evidence ofreading beyond the keytexts.There are no mistakesusing APA referencingstyle.Demonstrates expert useof high quality, credibleand relevant sources,which develop and supportideas in a sophisticatedmanner.Extensive evidence ofreading beyond key texts.There are no mistakesusing APA referencingstyle.