Food Technology

Subject description:

Students will be required to complete 3-4 focus areas in the 100 hour course and 6-8 focus areas in the 200 hour course.

To satisfy the requirements of this course, students must undertake a range of practical experiences that occupy the majority of the course time.

Practical experiences allow students to develop their skills and confidence in the use of a range of equipment. Students will be able to make informed decisions based on the developed knowledge and understanding of the impact of food on society, of food properties, preparation and processing, and the interrelationship of nutrition and health.

This understanding will enable them to design, manage and implement solutions, in a safe and hygienic manner, for specific purposes with regard to food. Students will demonstrate practical skills in preparing and presenting food that enable them to select and use appropriate ingredients, methods and equipment.

They will apply skills and gain confidence in managing, realising and evaluating solutions for specific food purposes.