6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL
Undergraduate - Unit
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Synopsis
Food science is a highly interdisciplinary applied science. It incorporates concepts from many different fields including microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry and nutrition. This unit provides a comprehensive review of the biological and chemical concepts that are important in food science. Students will be introduced to food composition, food groups and their constituents and the nutritive values of food constituents. Nutrition labelling, food safety, food laws and regulations, quality factors in foods, sensory evaluation and a brief introduction to food processing, packaging and food spoilage and control are included. Regional food culture and current issues in food science, nutrition and technology will also be discussed. This unit provides an introduction to food science and technology and is a basis for more advanced study.
Outcomes
On completion of this unit students will be able to:
- Define the scope of food science and its relationship with nutrition and food technology;
- Describe food composition, food groups and their constituents, and the nutritive aspects of various food groups;
- Recall nutrition labelling, food safety, food laws and regulations and sensory evaluation;
- Discuss current issues in food science, nutrition and technology;
- Acquire and assess information and knowledge from scientific literature;
- Demonstrate team work;
- Exhibit skills in scientific writing and oral communication.
Assessment
Practical reports: 30% + Online tests: 10% + Examination: 60%
Workload requirements
3 hours of lectures per week
3 hours of laboratory practicals per week
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