| Code | FS6211 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 weeks online - 1 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 | 01/10/2024 |
| Venue | Classroom / site based. |
| Credits | 5 |
| Start Date | Proposed Date: 01/11/2024 |
Outline
Module Goal
This 5 credits, level 9 micro-credential provides participants with knowledge on sustainability and food systems with a specific focus on the challenges the dairy sector is facing to deliver in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development/
Module Content
- Food systems, food supply chain and food value chain; definition of sustainability; sustainable diets and the link to the dairy industry; The from 'Farm to Fork; approach with a focus on dairy products; Strategies to achieve sustainability in the dairy sector; Evaluation of sustainability: Life Cycle Assessment.
Additional Teaching Mode Information
- 16 x 1hr(s) online asynchronous (any time learning) activities
- 9 x hr(s) practicals/laboratories
Practicalities
Continuous Assessment - 100 marks
- Assignment - online open book short question exam - 60 marks
- Assignment - poster development - 20 marks
- Presentation - communication of topics presented in poster - 20 marks
Why Choose
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
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Explain the concept of food systems, food supply chains and food value chains in the dairy sector.
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Define the term sustainability in relation to food and nutrition/diets and the impact on health and the environment, specifically for dairy products.
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Identify alternative ingredients that are more sustainable.
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List strategies to reduce waste.
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Explain the concept, terminology and tools of life cycle assessment.
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 sustainability aspects 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 €240.
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)
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