Food science is a highly interdisciplinary applied science. It incorporates concepts from many different fields including microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry and nutrition. This unit provides a comprehensive review of the biological and chemical concepts that are important in food science. Students will be introduced to food composition, food groups and their constituents and the nutritive values of food constituents. Nutrition labelling, food safety, food laws and regulations, quality factors in foods, sensory evaluation and a brief introduction to food processing, packaging and food spoilage and control are included. Regional food culture and current issues in food science, nutrition... -- Course Website
Instructor: Dr Siow Lee Fong