Learning Outcomes

What is Food and Nutrients

Nutritional Value of Nutrients

Best Way of Storage of Food Materials

Preservation Techniques

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will learn about the basic principles and methods of food processing and preservation. You will also learn about the objectives of food scientists and technologists in the diary industry.

Temperature Quotient and its Impact

Food Additives

Quality of Food I

Quality of Food II

In this module, you will learn about food additives and how they are used in food processing and food preservation. You will also learn about how food additives are used to maintain the nutritional quality of food.

Emerging technologies I

Emerging Technologies II

Food Laws - Why?

Food Laws of India

Standards in India

Hygiene and other Controls in India

In this module, you will learn about differences between high intensity light pulses and high intensity magnetic fields. You will also learn about the functions of the food safety and standards authority around the world.

Physico - Chemical Properties of Milk

Milk - What is it?

Milk - How it Looks?

Milk - Constituents

Constituents of Milk

In this module, you will learn about the existence of fat in milk in the form of minute globules. You will also learn about the insolubility of lipids in water and solubility in non-polar solvents.

Milk Fat - Part I

Milk Fat - Part II

Milk Fat - Part III

Milk Fat - Part IV

Protein I

Protein II

In this module, you will learn about the trivial names of unsaturated fatty acids and their structure. You will also learn about the hardness or softness of milk fat.

Diploma in Dairy, Food Process and Product Technology - First Assessment

You must score 80% or more in this assessment.

Amino Acids I

Amino Acids II

Milk Protein

Casein Micelle

In this module, you will learn about the native state of biomolecule and its four levels of biomolecular structure. You will also learn about protein subunit as a single protein molecule that assembles other protein molecules to form a protein complex.

Whey Protein

Whey Protein II

Lactoferrin

Carbohydrates in Milk

Small Constituents of Milk

In this module, you will learn about whey proteins and how they have secondary, tertiary and quaternary structure.You will also learn about immunoglobulins as antibodies that are synthesized in response to specific antigens.

Enzymes in Milk

Chemical and Microbial Spoilage of Milk and Milk Products

Extrinsic Factors for Microbial Growth

Natural or other types of Spoilage

Packaging

In this module, you will learn about potential technological significance of few enzymes in milk. You will also learn about the factors that influence growth of microorganisms in food.

Introduction to Milk Pasteurization

Thermal Death Time

Pasteurization Effectiveness

Milk Pateurization and Homogenization - Part I

Milk Pasteurization and Homogenization - Part II

In this module, you will learn about the meaning and importance of milk pasteurization. You will also learn about the various factors responsible for determining the choice of pasteurization method.

Milk Homogenization

Milk Centrifugation

Types of Available Milk

Types of Available Milk in the Market

New Technologies in Diary Industry

In this module, you will learn about the non conventional methods of pasteurization, the centrifugal separation of fat in milk and the working principle of a disc bowl centrifuge.

Diploma in Dairy, Food Process and Product Technology - Second Assessment

You must score 80% ore more to pass this assessment.

Diploma in Dairy, Food Process and Product Technology - Assessment

Learn about the processes and emerging technologies applied to food products around the world in the free online course

Diploma in Dairy, Food Process and Product Technology

This free online course on dairy, food process and product technology will be of great help to students who are interested in becoming food scientists and technologists. The course explains in great detail the basic principles and methods of food processing and preservation. There are food laws and regulations that have been put in place in countries around the world to ensure people are provided with healthy and hygienic food for consumption.

Introduction to Hydroponics

Hydroponic System Design

Hydroponic Mediums

Managing Hydroponic Water Quality

Nutrient Management

How a Plant Grows

Plant Selection and Management

In this module, we will get an introduction to the concepts of hydroponics and its advantages, disadvantages and applications. The fundamentals of hydroponic system design and mediums will be overviewed. Managing hydroponic water quality nutrient solutions will be discussed, along with the methods employed to select the right plants and seeds.

Greenhouse Operation & Management

Pest and Disease Management

Harvesting and Economic Aspects of Hydroponic Farming

Vegetables and Flowers Cultivation in Hydroponics

Future Developments in Hydroponic Horticulture

Starting a Hydroponics Business

Sustainable Hydroponic Practices

In this module, we will look at the concept of a greenhouse in hydroponic farming and how to manage pests or diseases. We will also go through the economic aspects of hydroponic farming and how to turn a cultivation venture into a business. Vegetable and flower cultivation will be discussed along with the future of hydroponic practices.

Basics of Hydroponic Horticulture - Course assessment

Learn how to grow plants in nutrient-enriched water in this free online gardening course on hydroponic horticulture.

Basics of Hydroponic Horticulture

This horticulture course delves into the gardening technique known as ‘hydroponics’, which replaces soil with nutrient-rich water. We explore its history, evolution and current state. We then cover many aspects of hydroponic farming, including the development of suitable systems, the role of greenhouses and the management of pests and diseases. We also explain how to convert your farming knowledge into a successful hydroponic business venture.

Basic Overview of Soil Concepts

Introduction to Weathering and Soil Formation

Types of Weathering

Pathways of Weathering

Soil Profile

Learn about different processes involved in soil formation and development from this module. You will study basic soil concepts, weathering and pedogenesis as soil formation processes, and factors affecting soil profile.

Introduction to Soil Classification and Taxonomy

Taxonomy of Diagnostic Horizons

Soil Orders

Soil Orders and Soil Color

Learn about soil classification systems and soil taxonomy hierarchy from this module. You will study the types of diagnostic horizons, soil regimes, and the interpretation of soil color using the Munsell color chart.

Soil Texture and Soil Structure

Soil Tillage and Soil Density

Soil Density, Porosity, and Consistency

Learn about important soil properties and concepts in soil science and technology from this module. You will get to study the key aspects of soil texture, soil structure, soil density, tillage operations, and soil porosity.

Introduction to Soil Science and Technology - Course Assessment

Learn about soil formation processes and basic soil concepts in soil science and technology in this free online course.

Introduction to Soil Science and Technology

Introduction to Soil Science and Technology is a free online course that offers an introductory guide to understanding, applying, and managing various soil processes in the world of soil science. Learn about the soil formation process of weathering, different soil classification systems, soil taxonomy, and various soil properties. Begin the course today and improve your knowledge of soil concepts and properties for improved soil productivity!

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