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Overview
Food processing isn’t a new concept, however, many people might not understand how and why it happens. On this course, you will improve your knowledge of food processing technologies and build confidence in the processed foods on the market.
Key Facts
You will cover the history of food processing, from its origins to current modern industrial processes. You will explore the advantages and disadvantages of food processing technologies and understand their impact on health, safety, quality, and sustainability. Upon completing this course, you will feel empowered to make more informed decisions about the food you eat.
(Please note that the term ‘food processing’ is also often used to describe the formulation of food products and the addition of extra ingredients such as preservatives, stabilizers, fortifiers and flavourings. This How Food is Made. Understanding Food Processing Technologies course offered to you by edX - online learning platform focuses on the technologies rather than the formulation.)
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Identify the principles of food processing and gain an understanding of both traditional and modern industrial techniques
- Explain the range of food processing techniques used in industry and the products they create.
- Assess the importance of food processing to society in terms of health, safety, quality, and sustainability
- Debate how beneficial certain processing techniques are to human health
- Reflect on EU law and regulations
- Describe the challenges of feeding growing populations safely and sustainably
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Portland, United States
Disciplines
Nutrition & Dietetics Food Science View 16 other Short Courses in Food Science in United StatesWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is for anyone interested in learning more about the food they eat.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents100 USD / full≈ 100 USD / full - Out-of-State100 USD / full≈ 100 USD / full
Additional Details
- Limited access: Free
- Unlimited access + Certificate: 100$
Funding
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