Course overview
To gain an advanced understanding of food processing and manufacturing techniques applied in food industries.
Course learning outcomes
- Explain the principles underlying various food unit operations used in food processing and manufacturing
- Interpret and calculate thermal and related food processing data relevant to food industry
- Analyse and evaluate specific aspects of food processing, and manufacturing operations for selected food products using critical thinking to optimise processing conditions and mitigate risks
- Identify the principles and applications of packaging, material selection, in relation to food safety, shelf life, and environmental considerations, including their impacts on diverse global contexts
- Evaluate and critique the implications of current and new innovations in food processing, manufacturing, and packaging techniques on the physical, chemical, microbiological and nutritional quality of foods
- Identify issues and effectively communicate the legislation on wastewater treatments and other government regulations pertaining to Good Manufacturing Practices
Availability
Class details
Waite Campus
Class number 25365
Section LE01
Size 50
Available 46
Class number 28049
Section PR01
Size 50
Available 46
Class number 22648
Section WS01
Size 50
Available 46
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