Introduction to Food Science: From Farm to Fork W/Labs Part 1
In this course, students will take on the role of food scientists and learn about our foods and the technology used in manufacturing and preserving food.
Happy Kids Nutrition Academy
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What's included
21 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. There will be weekly labs/homework assignedAssessment
includedGrading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner - Intermediate Level
**What You'll Learn:** * The fundamentals of food science and its importance * The composition of food and its role in nutrition * Food processing methods and their impact on food quality * Food packaging and safety regulations **Topics Covered:** * Introduction to food science * Food chemistry * Food microbiology * Food processing technology * Food packaging and storage **Course Structure:** * **Self-Paced:** Learners can progress through the course at their own pace. * **Canva Lessons:** Course content is presented through engaging and visually appealing Canva lessons. * **YouTube Videos:** Lectures and demonstrations will be uploaded to YouTube. * **Labs, Handouts, and Worksheets:** Hands-on experiments, handouts for note-taking, and worksheets for practice are provided. **Teaching Style:** * **Interactive and Hands-on:** Students actively engage in experiments and discussions to reinforce concepts. * **Inquiry-Based:** Learners ask questions, conduct experiments, and analyze results to discover scientific principles. **Learner Interaction:** * **Questions and Discussions:** Learners can ask questions and participate in discussions through the course discussion board.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Advanced Placement (AP) Standards21 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Overview of the food industry
Definition of food science
Parts of the food industry (production, manufacturing, distribution, marketing)
Major Product Lines
Allied Industries
International Activities
Lab: Homemade Mayonnaise, Research: find two photos or diagrams that represent technology from the food system that is at least 50 years old. Lesson 2:
Chemistry of Foods
fats, carbs, proteins, minerals, vitamins, water
Using food composition tables, analyze the approximate amounts of energy, fat, protein,
vitamins, and minerals in a recent meal.
Lab Exercise: Texture Analysis of Protein, Starch, and Lipid-Rich Foods Lesson 3:
Energy Expenditure
Nutrient needs: What are RDA's
Understanding TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure),
Using the Schofield equation to calculate BMR
What is the TEF (Thermic Effect of Food)
Measuring Protein Quality
Understanding the Thermic Effect of Activity (PAL and MET)
Lab: Exploring the Schofield Equation Lesson 4:
Digestion of Foods
Organs of our digestive tract
Understanding how our food is broken down and used as energy
How to have a healthy digestive system
Lab: What is Digestion Worksheet Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parents should be close by to help learners with the use of kitchen appliances (if needed) and assist in food prep such as cutting, measuring, etc. Supplemental labs or other homework can be given to those who have food allergies or do not have the required ingredients.
All lesson plans and instructional lab videos will be updated on Youtube and the link will be posted to the classroom.
Supply List
Learners will need a binder, pen/pencil, and grocery supply list (A PDF copy will be posted to the classroom). Learners will receive notes/handouts for each lesson from the instructor so purchasing a textbook is not necessary.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Linguistics from Memorial University of Newfoundland
Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition Sciences from Mount Saint Vincent University
Happy Kids Nutrition Academy offers many different classes in nutrition, such as sports nutrition, meal planning for plant-based eaters, food labeling, food groups, GMOs, and food science. Good nutrition and healthy habits begin at a young age. Our mission is to inspire kids to live a healthier lifestyle and to learn about nutrition early so that they can utilize that knowledge in their adult life. Our teachers are all trained in teaching classes in body image, food science, agriculture, and GMOs. For teacher bios, please see our organization profile. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$25
weekly or $300 for all content21 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 13-18
