| Code | FS6210 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 days in person |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time. See Additional Teaching Mode Information for more info. |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 |
| Fees | €1,200 - HCI Subsidy Initiative See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | 25/10/2024 |
| Venue | In person |
| Credits | 5 |
| Start Date | 04/11/2024 |
Outline
Module Goal
This 5 credits, level 9 micro-credential was developed to provide participants with knowledge of the principles of thermal processing in the food and agri-food sectors.
Module Content
- Raw Milk Quality and Fitness for Heat Treatment; Thermal Processes Overview; UHT Processing Technologies; UHT Plant Engineering & Process Conditions; UHT Product Stability; Changes in UHT Products during Storage; Alternative / Non-Thermal Unit Processing Operations; Nutrient Stability during Thermal Processing
Additional Teaching Mode Information
- 24 x 1hr(s) lectures
Practicalities
Continuous Assessment - 100 marks
- Quiz - 1 - multiple choice questions - 20 marks.
- Learning Log - 1 reflective log - 20 marks.
- Assignment - online open book long question exam - 60 marks.
Why Choose
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
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Describe the science underpinning the heat treatment of milk.
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Explain the chemistry, microbiology, enzymology and physical processes taking place when dairy-based products are heated and stored.
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Summarise the latest developments in nutritional product formulation.
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Describe strategies for obtaining more consistent quality and more reliable long-term storage.
Requirements
Industry personnel working in dairy processing and related dairy activities who would like to upskill or who wish to enter this industry.
People working in R&D or PhD students who wish to learn about the principles of thermal processing of the dairy sector.
Fees and Costs
The HCI Pillar 3 Micro-credential Learner Fee Subsidy has been introduced to enable more learners to address critical skills gaps and engage with lifelong learning.
The fee for this micro-credential is €1,200 but applicants who meet the subsidy requirements can attend this micro-credential for €600.
Check your eligibility on the HEA Website
How To Apply
Please select the following options during your online application (once you have created your profile)
Start a new Micro-credentials application by selecting as below
In the application level tab select the options below and then select the programme/module you'd like to apply for
