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Introduction to Food Microbiology

Training Provider: Republic Polytechnic
Course Reference: TGS-2021005807
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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

In this module, an understanding of basic microbiology related to food spoilage and food poisoning microorganisms will be covered in the module. Students will learn how to identify important pathogens and spoilage microorganisms in foods and the conditions under which they will grow, and the conditions they are inactivated, killed or made harmless in food systems. Students will also recognize the various considerations in the food safety control, particularly in fresh produce such as fruits and vegetables, poultry and seafood, dairy and other beverages. Practical sessions allow students to learn hands-on lab techniques in microbiological methods.

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 62 students
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