This course provides an introduction to the scientific principles and methods involved in the preparation of foods. Course content will emphasize an understanding of food composition and quality as well as basic sanitation in food handling and preparation in the laboratory and lecture. The effects of different cooking and processing techniques on food quality and composition will also be discussed. Topics will include HACCP, sensory evaluation, marketing boards, and current themes in Food Science. Lect: 3 hrs./Lab: 3 hrs. Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
