Nutrition and Fitness
Associate of Science Degree Exercise Science · San Diego Mesa College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Summary
The Nutrition Program provides two excellent academic pathways in the field of dietetics and nutrition.
- Courses transfer to a four-year institution in preparation to become a Registered Dietitian
- An Associate Degree
Students planning to transfer to a four-year institution should consult the Counseling Department and a Nutrition Advisor for assistance in program planning.
Award Note: The Associate Degree requires a minimum of 60 degree applicable semester units.
Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Nutrition and Fitness Program will be able to:
- Apply scientific principles of food handling (sanitation and food safety) to food preparation and storage to reduce food-borne illnesses.
- Utilize current computer software to analyze macro and micro-nutrient contents of dietary intake.
- Evaluate student’s eating habits based on nutrition knowledge learned in class.
Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| COURSES REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR: | 18.5-23 | |
| BIOL 160 | Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| EXSC 125A | Aerobic Dance I | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 125B | Aerobic Dance II | 0.5-1 |
| EXSC 126A | Cardio Conditioning I | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 126B | Cardio Conditioning II | 0.5-1 |
| EXSC 139A | Weight Training I | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 139B | Weight Training II | 0.5-1 |
| EXSC 242B | Care and Prevention of Injuries | 3 |
| NUTR 150 | Nutrition Science and Global Food Issues | 3 |
| NUTR 160 | Foods for Healthy Lifestyles | 3 |
| NUTR 170 | Nutrition and Fitness | 3 |
| NUTR 270 | Work Experience | 1-4 |