This course introduces learners to basic food processing methods used to improve food safety, quality, and shelf life. It covers techniques such as drying, freezing, pasteurization, fermentation, and packaging. Learners develop practical skills in handling raw materials, applying processing methods, and following hygiene and safety standards in food production. The course emphasizes safe practices, simple quality control, and small-scale food processing.
Learning Outcomes (Simple Point Form – 4)
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
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Identify basic food processing methods
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Perform simple food processing techniques
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Follow hygiene and safety practices
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Check quality of processed food products
Sample Interactive Learning Activities
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Practical Demonstration – Drying fruits, pasteurizing milk, or simple fermentation.
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Group Processing Task – Prepare a simple product such as jam or juice in groups.
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Hygiene and Safety Role Play – Demonstrate correct and incorrect practices.
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Method Comparison Activity – Compare two processing methods (e.g., drying vs freezing).
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Product Evaluation Session – Inspect and discuss quality of processed products.
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