Food Technology acknowledges the growth of the Australian Food Industry, the employment opportunities and the increasing relevance of food technology for the individual and society.  The course will explore increasing concerns about food issues, including hygiene and safety, nutritional claims, genetic engineering and the environmental impact of food production processes. 

Students will explore food-related issues through a wide range of practical experiences, allowing them to make informed and appropriate choices with regards of food. 

The core areas of:

• food preparation and processing 

• nutrition and consumption will be integrated throughout each focus area. 

https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/k-10/learning-areas/technologies/food-technology 

• Knowledge, understanding and skills related to food hygiene, safety and the provision of quality food. 

• Knowledge and understanding of food properties, processing and preparation and an appreciation of their interrelationship to produce quality food. 

• Knowledge and understanding of nutrition and food consumption and an appreciation of the consequences of food choices on health. 

• Skills in researching, evaluating and communicating issues in relation to food. 

• Skills in designing, producing and evaluating solutions for specific food purposes. 

• Knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the significant role of food in society.

• Laptop 

• A4 exercise books 

• Pens  

• Highlighters 

• pencil 

• Ruler 

• Glue 

• Apron 

• Cap 

• Tea towel Dish cloth 

• Closed in leather shoes 

• Food Scientist and Technologist. Food scientists and technologists use a variety of methods to study the content of food. 

• Food Science Technician.

• Extension Agents and Specialists. 

• Consumer Safety Officer. 

• Food Inspector.

• Food Policy Analyst.  

• Sales Representative.  

• Federal Government 

• Teacher 

• Visits to food related industry. 

• Restaurant experience.

• Year 9   $100.00         

• Year 10   $90.00