What's included
16 live meetings
12 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. 7 or more throughout the classAssessment
includedGrading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner - Advanced Level
Step into the world of cutting-edge food science with Advanced Food Science and Innovation for Teens! This course takes your understanding of food science to the next level, exploring modern technologies, innovations, and challenges shaping the future of food production, health, and sustainability. You’ll dive into advanced topics like food biotechnology, additives, modern food processing, and the science behind beverages, meat, and seafood. Through hands-on labs and real-world applications, you’ll learn how food science is transforming the industry and how you can be part of the solution. Why Take This Course? Explore New Technologies: Learn about innovations like genetic engineering, food irradiation, and sustainable packaging. Hands-On Experience: Apply your knowledge with labs on food emulsions, brewing, and more. Focus on Health & Sustainability: Understand how food science impacts health, the environment, and the future of food. What Sets It Apart from Fundamentals of Food Science and Technology? Advanced Topics: Dive deeper into specialized subjects like biotechnology, food processing, and food rheology. Industry Applications: Gain practical knowledge of current food production techniques and trends. Social & Ethical Focus: Explore the societal impacts of food science, including sustainability and regulation. Get ready to discover the exciting future of food science and innovation!
Learning Goals
Understand innovations like biotechnology and sustainable packaging shaping food production.
Conduct hands-on experiments on additives, emulsions, and processing techniques used in the industry.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)16 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Food Additives and Ingredients
* Introduction to types of food additives (preservatives, antioxidants, colors, flavors, sweeteners)
* Functions and safety of food additives
* Relationship between diet and health
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Water: A Closer Look
* States of water (factors influencing freezing point and boiling point)
* Bound water and water activity
* Importance of water in food production and consumption
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Food and Nutrition for Health
* The relationship between diet and health
* Nutrition and health benefits of different foods
* How food choices impact overall health and well-being
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Food and Technology
* Food biotechnology and genetic engineering
* Novel food products and technologies
* The future of food production and consumption
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
To maximize your learning experience in this course, we highly recommend starting with our foundational courses:
Introduction to Food Science and Technology W Labs Part 1 or Introduction to Food Science: From Farm to Fork W/Labs Part 1
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
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
Our instructor has extensive experience in food science and technology, with a background in food processing, packaging, and safety. They will bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the course, providing practical and relevant insights into the world of food science.
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Live Group Course
$36
weekly2x per week, 8 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-6 learners per class