FPTC 170 Equipment in Food Processing

In this course students will learn about the various pieces of equipment found in a food processing plant and how it works. This class will explain the mechanics of how these various pieces of equipment function in a food processing facility

Credits

3 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

Semester Contact Hours Lab

30

FPTC 170Equipment in Food Processing

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I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Course Type

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Credit Hours Narrative

3 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

Semester Contact Hours Lab

30

Repeatable

No

III. Catalog Course Description

In this course students will learn about the various pieces of equipment found in a food processing plant and how it works. This class will explain the mechanics of how these various pieces of equipment function in a food processing facility

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of how specific pieces of equipment function in a food processing facility.
• Understand how to manipulate certain processing parameters to ensure product is consistent
• Using field trips be able to see large scale equipment actually being used in a food processing facility in the valley and how it fits in the overall process.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies