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Who else is taking Nutrition this semester?

Oh TexasAngel I wasn't implying that YOU didn't like the class. I was just reading previous messages about how people were saying it was a hard class. Not so much anyone here, just people they know that have taken the class. Believe me when I say I wasn't coming down on you at all or anyone else.

I never said I didnt love the class. Did I say I didnt love the class? I said I didnt understand the TCA cycle. I also said that I also have another class, so I hadnt had the chance to read the chapter yet because of tests.

As for anyone else, we all have certain classes we either like or dislike. Some people may not like the class at all, but love other classes.

I for one feel I have found my calling because I havent taken any classes for nursing that I didnt love. Even Pharmacology which kicked my butt to high heaven. I still faught back and ended up 1.6 points shy of an A in a 4 week semester.

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oh, ok. sorry. I hadnt read those posts.

Oh TexasAngel I wasn't implying that YOU didn't like the class. I was just reading previous messages about how people were saying it was a hard class. Not so much anyone here, just people they know that have taken the class. Believe me when I say I wasn't coming down on you at all or anyone else.
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How are Midterms going or how did they go?

I have one coming up and I have been studying for several weeks now while learning new information.

How are projects going or how did they go?

I have mine due in 6 weeks or so. I am almost done with the calculations up to this point.

Oh, and lets not forget the never ending homework to include the reading, case studies, and essays!!! AHHH!! OK, back to my studies.

Hey, Texas, did you get clarification from your professor about the aerobic and anaerobic pathways?

I have to keep reminding myself I took this class because I did not want my brain to rot and forget what I learned in A&P I, A&P II, and Micro!! It will all be worth it once I start the nursing program..... I am told! :uhoh3:

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I am fine with it, thanks. I tape the lectures and also, when I read the chapter, I was fine. We have to draw it for the next test and some of the questions come directly from it, so I have been knocking my socks off :lol2: to learn all of it. It finally made sense. That is the main reason I tape lectures. I know that if I dont get it the first time, eventually I will.

I am focusing mainly on A&P at this moment because our test is next Wednesday. Nutrtion instructor was sick yesterday, so it will be a little longer before the next exam in there.

Glad to know things are going well for you.

How are Midterms going or how did they go?

I have one coming up and I have been studying for several weeks now while learning new information.

How are projects going or how did they go?

I have mine due in 6 weeks or so. I am almost done with the calculations up to this point.

Oh, and lets not forget the never ending homework to include the reading, case studies, and essays!!! AHHH!! OK, back to my studies.

Hey, Texas, did you get clarification from your professor about the aerobic and anaerobic pathways?

I have to keep reminding myself I took this class because I did not want my brain to rot and forget what I learned in A&P I, A&P II, and Micro!! It will all be worth it once I start the nursing program..... I am told! :uhoh3:

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I have to take nutrition next semester, so I thought I'd read these posts and see how it was going for everyone so far. Here's my question: I have to register tomorrow, and my choices are either to take it online, or to take it on campus for a three hour block once a week at 8:30 am. I will have another online class and possibly an English on campus (thought I didn't have to take it but may after all). It's a half hour drive to campus each way without traffic, but if I have to go out for class then I can make myself spend the rest of the day in the library. Also though, I'm not a morning person and I don't love long once a week classes. Any opinions? Thanks, and hope you all finish the semester strong!

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I have never, nor do I plan to EVER take an online class. I am afraid I would opt to drive it, but that is just me. If you like the online classes, that might be the best bet for you.

I have to take nutrition next semester, so I thought I'd read these posts and see how it was going for everyone so far. Here's my question: I have to register tomorrow, and my choices are either to take it online, or to take it on campus for a three hour block once a week at 8:30 am. I will have another online class and possibly an English on campus (thought I didn't have to take it but may after all). It's a half hour drive to campus each way without traffic, but if I have to go out for class then I can make myself spend the rest of the day in the library. Also though, I'm not a morning person and I don't love long once a week classes. Any opinions? Thanks, and hope you all finish the semester strong!
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Actually, I just went to ratemyprofessors.com, and everyone on there said DO NOT take this class online. So I didn't I'll deal with 8:30, it's only once a week. I'll keep A&P online, that's how I have it this semester. He doesn't mind either if we choose to attend the live class or not. Thanks!

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Actually, I just went to ratemyprofessors.com, and everyone on there said DO NOT take this class online. So I didn't I'll deal with 8:30, it's only once a week. I'll keep A&P online, that's how I have it this semester. He doesn't mind either if we choose to attend the live class or not. Thanks!

Professors make the difference in any class (online or off) so it is a good thing you checked the ratemyprofessors.com. By the way, I am taking this class online and it is tough!! My class requires Chemistry and several Biology classes as pre-reqs so I am sure that contributes to it's difficulty. Some Nutrition courses do not have pre-reqs and are not as difficult.

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I must say, I wish I had taken Chemistry first. That would have helped me in most of my classes. No one told me too, and it wasnt required, so I didnt think it would be needed.

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I must say, I wish I had taken Chemistry first. That would have helped me in most of my classes. No one told me too, and it wasnt required, so I didnt think it would be needed.

I think any Nutrition course without pre-reqs is misleading. Just the fact that one is expected to understand Cellular Respiration should mean pre-reqs such as Chem and/or Bio is in order. I suppose Departments that think it is not necessary are only skimming the surface in these courses? You said you wish you had taken Chem, how much chem are you exposed too without their being a pre-req requirement?

I took my Midterm and am continuing to progress through my textbook and work on my project. For the most part I feel that a solid A&P plus math background is helping me a great deal. My course has a lot of math and A&P. There is chem in my course, however most of it deals with concepts and general information like "free radicals" etc.

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Probably not much, but the thing is, it was covered in so little detail in A&P that it really wasnt much to go on. I am doing really good in the class, but with some kind of a chemistry background, it would have made things like the TCA cycle much easier. I just finished my 3rd exam with a 104. We got to draw the TCA cycle for 10 extra points. I have a 99 average, so I am not worried, but that TCA cycle was a tough concept to catch. I finally did though, or for the most part.

I think any Nutrition course without pre-reqs is misleading. Just the fact that one is expected to understand Cellular Respiration should mean pre-reqs such as Chem and/or Bio is in order. I suppose Departments that think it is not necessary are only skimming the surface in these courses? You said you wish you had taken Chem, how much chem are you exposed too without their being a pre-req requirement?

I took my Midterm and am continuing to progress through my textbook and work on my project. For the most part I feel that a solid A&P plus math background is helping me a great deal. My course has a lot of math and A&P. There is chem in my course, however most of it deals with concepts and general information like "free radicals" etc.

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I have a 99 average, so I am not worried, but that TCA cycle was a tough concept to catch. I finally did though, or for the most part.

Thats good!!! You will see it again in Micro and be ahead for having been exposed to it now. :)

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