COURSE OVERVIEW
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of food production. It covers the entire food production process from raw material selection to processing, preservation, packaging, and distribution. Emphasis is placed on food safety, quality control, sustainable practices, and modern technological advancements in the food industry.
Key Topics Covered:
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Introduction to Food Production
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Overview of the food industry
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Importance of food production in society
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Types of food production systems (e.g., agriculture, aquaculture, livestock)
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Raw Materials and Ingredients
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Sources and quality assessment of raw materials
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Nutritional components and their roles in food production
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Food Processing Techniques
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Methods of food processing (thermal, non-thermal, mechanical)
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Preservation methods (freezing, canning, drying, fermentation)
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Impact of processing on food quality and safety
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Food Safety and Hygiene
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Microbial hazards in food production
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Foodborne illnesses and prevention
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HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) principles
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Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
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Food Quality Control
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Sensory evaluation and quality standards
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Physical, chemical, and microbiological testing
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Packaging and labeling requirements
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Sustainable Food Production
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Environmental impacts of food production
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Sustainable sourcing and waste reduction
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Innovations in sustainable food technology
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Food Production Management
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Production planning and scheduling
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Inventory and supply chain management
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Cost control and efficiency optimization
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Technological Innovations in Food Production
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Automation and mechanization in food processing
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Emerging technologies (e.g., biotechnology, nanotechnology)
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Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
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Understand the entire food production process from raw material to finished product.
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Apply food safety and hygiene principles in production environments.
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Evaluate and control food quality effectively.
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Implement sustainable and efficient production methods.
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Adapt to technological advances in food production.
Assessment Methods:
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Written exams and quizzes
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Practical lab work and demonstrations
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Group projects and presentations
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Case studies and industry visits