Diploma of Food Science and Technology

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Course Overview

The Diploma of Food Science and Technology is the recognised qualification to become a qualified Food Testing Manager.

You'll gain the skills to work in a management role in technical or quality departments, overseeing the production of:

General food processing
Meat
Seafood
Poultry including chicken meat and egg processing
Dairy processing
Confectionery
Beverages
Baking and cereals

This course is designed for people who are already employed full-time in the Food Processing industry. This program does not provide, or include, industry placement.

Career Pathways

This course prepares you to work in a senior role in the Food Processing industry. Roles you may be eligible for include:

Food Technologist
Production Manager
Food Testing Manager
Quality Systems Manager
Food Safety Systems Manager
Product Development Team Leader
Processing Systems Manager
Environmental Manager (Food Processing).

Further Study

After graduating, you might like to undertake further study at the university level, in a course such as the Bachelor of Food and Nutrition Science.

Course Dates & Times

Werribee - Research Close

Starts Monday 20th July, Min 18 Months / 2020

Fee Information

1. Subsidised Standard

$7,843.00

2. Full Fee

$12,068.00

Student Services Fees

$70.00 per year

The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note all fees and charges are correct at time of publication for 2020 and may change without notice.

Students will be invoiced for the components of the course that they are enrolled into for each year or semester.

Material fees cover costs associated with the following where applicable, and not limited to:

- Classroom activity consumables, handouts and booklets
- E-Learning resources and associated license access fees
- Excursions

Additionally some courses require students to purchase or supply text books, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.

All students are required to pay an annual Student Services Fee (SSF) of $70.00. The Student Services Fee contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF does not apply to short course participants.

Further details on fees available

Entry Requirements

Training package entry requirements

There are no Training Package requirements for this qualification. However all work must comply with food safety, OHS and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.

GOTAFE preferred entry requirements

Before being accepted into the course applicants must:

Attend an interview
Undertake a Pre-training Review to document previous work experience and qualifications and assess suitability for the course
Complete a Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA) test to ensure the required language, literacy and numeracy levels are met for the course
Enrolling students are required to be employed full time in the food processing industry.

Course Study Units

Core Units

BSBWHS401

Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements

FBPFST4004

Perform microbiological procedures in the food industry

FBPFST5002

Identify and implement required process control for a food processing operation

FBPFST5005

Examine the biochemical properties of food

FBPFST5006

Apply food microbiological techniques and analysis

FBPFST6001

Develop, manage and maintain quality systems for food processing

FBPFSY4001

Supervise and maintain a food safety plan

FBPFSY5001

Develop a HACCP-based food safety plan

FBPTEC4007

Describe and analyse data using mathematical principles

MSL975038

Conduct sensory analysis

MSMENV472

Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

Elective Units

FBPCHE5002

Produce acid-coagulated soft cheese

FBPCHE5003

Produce a range of rennet-coagulated cheeses

FBPCHE5004

Produce acid and heat coagulated cheese

FBPFST5001

Monitor refrigeration and air conditioning systems in food processing

FBPFST5004

Specify and monitor the nutritional value of processed food

FBPFST5010

Implement and review the preparation of milk for processing

FBPFST5023

Implement and review the production of milk fat products

FBPFST5024

Implement and review the production of fermented dairy products and dairy desserts

FBPFST5025

Implement and review the production of concentrated and dried dairy products

FBPFST5026

Implement and review the production of ice creams and frozen dairy products

FBPFST5027

Implement and review the production of milk and related products by the membrane system

FBPOPR2068

Operate a process control interface

FBPTEC4004

Apply basic process engineering principles to food processing

FBPTEC4008

Participate in product recalls

MSS407016

Lead a process to determine and solve root cause for a complex problem

SFIPROC504C

Design and manage a product recall

Assessment Methods

Assessment is conducted via on campus workshops and practical activities and in your food industry workplace setting.

Assessment methods may include:

Practical skills
Written assessment tasks (written answers, assignments, reports and projects)

Course Co-ordinator

Dylan Liu

Attendance & Commitment

It is important that students commit to all course requirements, including study and assessments the student may need to complete outside their normal training sessions.

On-campus classes consist of one week residential (5 day) blocks.

Students are encouraged to attend all face-to-face and online sessions and scheduled appointments with the Trainer and Assessor.

Where to From Here

If you need any further clarification of the information provided please contact one of our client service officers on 1300 468 233 who can assist you or submit an enquiry through our website now and one of the team will be in touch.

Educational Support Services

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.

Student Support

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you will be welcome to access a variety of non-academic support services from the Student Welfare Unit. These services are designed to best support you to successfully complete your course.

Services include on campus supports and remote supports

Counselling
employment information
careers
activities etc.

Learn more about support services

Learner's Rights

Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.

Further information is provided at course induction.

Enrolment

Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:

Aspirations/career goals
Educational attainment and capability
Literacy and numeracy skills
Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer

Enrolment in general public entry courses will require a selection interview. Please call 1300 468 233 to enquire further.

Skills Recognition

Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.

You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:

Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.

Diploma of Food Science and Technology

FBP50118