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Introduction to Food Additives

Training Provider: Republic Polytechnic
Course Reference: TGS-2021005805
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About This Course

The Diploma in Applied Science (Nutrition and Food Science) equips participants with the necessary skill and knowledge to support food manufacturing/processing operations and productivity planning.

What You'll Learn

Common food additives are categorized into flavours, fragrances, colorants, functional nutrients, bioactive substances, emulsifiers and preservatives. The module is aimed to study the both natural and synthetic food additives, their roles in food systems and safety considerations for use in Singapore and globally. An understanding of the desirable and undesirable properties of the food additives as well as the problems associated with the use of food additives provides an overview on factors contributing to the quality and values of the food products. This module studies the stability and sensory shelf life of food products containing food additives such as flavours and colorants. Safety and regulatory requirements under Singapore Food Regulations as well as in other countries will also be covered.

Entry Requirements

‘O’ Levels: At least 3 ‘O’ Level passes in the following subjects
- English Language (EL1 or EL2) Grade 1 – 7
- Any Science subject Grade 1 – 6
- Any 1 relevant subject subject Grade 1 – 6
- And at least 1 year relevant work experience

Higher Nitec: GPA ≥ 2.0 OR GPA ≥ 1.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

Nitec: GPA ≥ 3.5 OR GPA ≥ 3.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

Higher Nitec in Technology/Services: GPA ≥ 2.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

Nitec in Technology/Services: GPA ≥ 3.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

WSQ: Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher) AND at least 1 year relevant work experience AND Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA

Do not possess any of the above qualifications: Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 2 years of relevant working experience.

Course Details

Duration 45 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Part Time
Total Enrolled 41 students
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