SCDT503 – Dairy Processing
Module code
SCDT503
Module title
Dairy Processing
Prescription
To provide the student with the knowledge required to operate and monitor a range of dairy manufacturing equipment and processes.
Programmes
- SC1401
NZQA Level
Level 5
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- Learning Outcomes: On the successful completion of this module the student will be able to: 1.Interpret flow charts necessary for the efficient monitoring and operation of dairy manufacturing processes. 2. Apply mass balance calculations to relevant dairy manufacturing processes. 3. Apply the principles of fluid mechanics to dairy process operations. 4.Explain the principles underpinning movement and displacement of liquid operations within dairy manufacturing. 5.Explain the principles underpinning unit operations associated with dairy manufacturing
- Content
- ? Homogenisation ? Centrifugal separation ? Flow charts ? Units and mass balance calculations ? Law of conservation of mass ? Membrane separation and applications ? Ion exchange ? Demineralisation processes ? Heat exchangers ? Fluid properties and mechanics ? Pumps, pipelines and valves ? Introduction to efficiency and speed profiles
- Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Teaching and learning methods will include: - Inquiry based learning, problem solving and discussion - Online Moodle activities - Visits to dairy manufacturing plants - Practical activities in engineering laboratories - Theoretical face-to-face and online sessions including workbooks, lectures, group activities, discussion, independent learning, and assignments - Industry based activities and assessments.
- Learning and Teaching Resource
- An extended reading list will be supplied by the lecturer at commencement of the module which will be updated annually. Access to engineering laboratory facilities and equipment will be required for this module. Moodle access. Access to dairy manufacturing plants.
