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Food Packaging

Training Provider: Republic Polytechnic
Course Reference: TGS-2021005808
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What You'll Learn

In this module students will appreciate the importance of packaging to maintain food quality and to extend its shelf life. Students will be introduced to different types of packaging materials (glass, plastic, paper, metal) and their possible combinations for applications on various food and beverage products. Various packaging technologies (modified atmosphere packaging, active packaging, retort pouch, microwaveable packaging) will also be explored. Students will also understand the interactions between the food and packaging materials, e.g. corrosion, migration, leaching. Students will also be introduced to regulation governing usage of sustainable packaging.

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 30 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Part Time
Total Enrolled 7 students
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