Microbiological Problem Solving & Tracebacks Short Course
This course is designed for more technical staff who are looking for a better understanding of food microbiology and the sourcing of pathogenic and food spoilage organisms in product and the manufacturing process. The course reviews the various tools and methods that can be used, and incorporates hands on practical activities for participants to enforce their microbiological learnings.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge on the Science and technology of fermented dairy products.
Understanding of the ingredients, fermentation, and processing technologies involved in producing quality fermented dairy products.
Insights into the quality and sensory attributes of fermented dairy products.
Course Outline
Science and technology of fermented dairy products
milk chemistry and microbiology,
starter cultures – types, how they work.
The fermentation process – ingredients, process conditions, equipment, packaging.
Fermentation of different products –
dairy yoghurts, fermented drinks,
non-dairy products.
Quality and food safety requirements.
Sensory parameters for fermented dairy products.
Practical hands-on yoghurt making exercise
Course Outline
Our Short Courses
Our short courses are designed to maximise your learnings through theory and practical activities while minimising your time away from your job. Most of the short course are one-day in duration and are run at a central location in Scoresby, Victoria. The courses can also be run at your site and can be tailored to suit the learning needs of your staff.
The cost of the one-day courses is $495-00 + GST pp with the two-day courses costing $795-00 + GST pp. The costs include all learning materials and catering, and all participants receive a Certificate of Participation.
Why choose FoodPlus for your training?
FoodPlus Technical Consultants is an established and progressive company that provides technical support to the food manufacturing industry. The company was founded in 2012 by Keith Glewis who has over 30 years’ experience in food science, food safety and training.
The company is built on the three tiers of: Training, Food Safety, Consultancy.
The company is based in Melbourne, Australia and has provided valuable technical support to the dairy and other food manufacturing industries both in Australia and overseas.
FoodPlus has a strong focus on building capability within business through training programs and mentoring of staff in problem solving activities, especially around food safety issues.