Learning objectives
The class of Fundamentals of Food Science and Technology is part of the Integrated Course of Prevention Science Applied to Food Safety.
The class aims to provide students with the methodological tools needed to acquire the basic knowledge related to the processing of raw material into foods, to their storage and to quality and safety control.
Prerequisites
none
Course unit content
The course discusses some out of the main variables affecting the transformation of raw materials into processed foods and their shelf life in positive and / or negative temperature (reduction of water availability; inactivation and/or separation of microorganisms and/or enzymes; interaction of food with the environment) and the main unit operations of food technology.
Full programme
The main factors governing the microbial growth and enzyme activity rate (temperature, pH, Aw and redox potential) and control methods.
The main unit operations of food technology relevant for the safe storage of processed foods:
concentration and drying;
salting and smoking;
separation operations: centrifugation and filtration;
refrigeration and freezing;
pasteurization and sterilization;
filling and packaging;
cleaning and sanitation of the plants.
The main regulations governing the quality and safety aspects of products and processes.
The labeling regulation.
Bibliography
Slides provided by the teacher
For discussion, see the following texts:
Singh R.P. Heldman D.R. (2015) Principi di tecnologia Alimentare. CEA Ambrosiana Milano
Teaching methods
Frontal lessons
Assessment methods and criteria
The assessment is based on a written examination with multiple choice questions.
Other information
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2030 agenda goals for sustainable development
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