DIPLOMA IN FOOD TECHNOLOGY (2 YEARS)

 DIPLOMA IN FOOD TECHNOLOGY (2 YEARS)

 YEAR 1 SYLLABUS

1. Basics of Food Technology

• Introduction to food science
• History & development of food processing
• Role of food technology in industry
• Food sources (plant & animal)

2. Food Chemistry

• Composition of food (carbohydrates, proteins, fats)
• Vitamins & minerals
• Food additives and preservatives
• Chemical changes during cooking & storage

3. Food Microbiology

• Microorganisms in food (bacteria, yeast, molds)
• Food spoilage & contamination
• Food poisoning & safety
• Principles of sterilization & hygiene

4. Food Processing & Preservation

• Methods: drying, freezing, canning
• Pasteurization & sterilization
• Fermentation technology
• Refrigeration & cold storage

5. Engineering Basics

• Basic physics & chemistry
• Introduction to machines used in food industry
• Heat transfer basics
• Unit operations (mixing, grinding, filtration)

6. Food Hygiene & Sanitation

• Personal hygiene
• Cleanliness in food industries
• Pest control
• Waste management

7. Computer & Communication Skills

• Basic computer knowledge
• Report writing
• Communication skills

8. Practical / Lab Work

• Food testing experiments
• Microbiology lab
• Preparation of food products
• Use of processing equipment

📘 YEAR 2 SYLLABUS

1. Food Microbial Safety

• Food safety standards
• Microbial growth factors
• Testing of food samples
• HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point)

2. Food Analysis & Quality Control

• Food quality parameters
• Chemical & physical analysis
• Quality assurance techniques
• Food standards (FSSAI)

3. Dairy Technology

• Milk processing
• Products: butter, cheese, curd
• Pasteurization methods
• Dairy plant operations

4. Fruit & Vegetable Technology

• Processing of fruits & vegetables
• Jam, jelly, juice making
• Dehydration & preservation
• Packaging methods

5. Food Packaging Technology

• Types of packaging materials
• Packaging methods
• Shelf-life extension
• Labeling & regulations

6. Food Engineering

• Equipment used in food industries
• Heat exchangers, dryers, evaporators
• Material handling systems
• Process control basics

7. Nutrition & Dietetics

• Balanced diet
• Nutritional requirements
• Malnutrition
• Therapeutic diets

8. Food Laws & Regulations

• Food safety laws (India)
• Licensing & standards
• Quality certification
• Consumer protection

9. Industrial Training / Internship

• Food industry training
• Factory visits
• Project work
• Report submission

10. Practical / Lab Work

• Food testing & analysis
• Product development
• Packaging experiments
• Quality testing