Instrumental Analysis in Food Science (Part of SCTP Certificate in Food Safety and Analysis) (Classroom and Async e-learning)
About This Course
This is one of the modules offered for the Skillsfuture Career Transition Programme Certificate in Food Safety and Analysis which is a structured 3-month programme aimed at equipping participants with essential knowledge and hands-on skills in food safety, microbiology, and quality management systems. The course prepares participants to meet the increasing demands for food safety professionals such QA&QC Supervisors, QA&QC Specialist / Food Safety Specialist, Laboratory Technician / QC Technician in the food industry by focusing on practical and theoretical aspects of food science, safety regulations and analytical methods.
What You'll Learn
At the end of the learning unit, learners will be able to:
-Discuss the various techniques used in food analysis based on principles of instrumental analysis.
-Conduct experiments to evaluate food components using instrumental methods.
Entry Requirements
Target learners (MER)
1. GCE ‘O’ Level (with Minimum of 3 relevant GCE ‘O’ Levels passes and 1-year relevant working experience)
2. NITEC or Higher NITEC learners from the NITEC in Applied Food Science, NITEC in Chemical Process Technology, Higher NITEC in Chemical Technology, Higher NITEC in Biotechnology and Higher NITEC in Applied Food Science.
3. Diploma graduates (any disciplines)
4. Any relevant formal certificate
Recognition for Prior learning (RPL) for Food Science
-At least 2 years of relevant working experience (subject to interview/assessment)
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to be course based on evidence of at least 5 years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted may have to go through an interview and/or proficiency test.