- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Introduces the technical aspects of dairy processing, and is the first component of required training for the Dairy Plant Worker License issued by the BC Centre for Disease Control. Topics include dairy chemistry and microbiology, on-farm production, raw milk receiving, fluid milk processing, cultured product manufacture, and sanitation. Principles of both vat and HTST pasteurization are examined. Responsibilities of dairy plant personnel in Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plans, and the BC Milk Industry Act and Standards Regulation are highlighted throughout the course. Online course materials and quizzes facilitate student learning. The pass grade is 60%. This course also satisfies the education requirement to apply for a Pasteurizer Operator License in Alberta.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
2.5
Domestic fees
$551.25
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Summarize the scope and significance of the BC Milk Industry Act & Standards Regulation.
- Discuss the chemistry and composition of milk.
- Identify microorganisms of importance in raw milk, dairy products, and processing environments.
- Describe the dairy process from on-farm production to retail distribution.
- Explain the principles of pasteurization as a food process operation.
- Describe the function of vat and HTST pasteurizer components.
- Explain the basic steps of cultured dairy product manufacture and the importance of correct starter culture handling procedures.
- Apply standard dairy practices used to monitor and maintain dairy product quality and safety.
- Identify responsibilities of dairy plant personnel in typical dairy HACCP plans.
- Justify the importance of cleaning, sanitizing, and personal hygiene in the dairy industry.
Effective as of Winter 2012
Related Programs
Dairy Processing (FOOD 1151) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Health Sciences
- Food Safety
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below is one offering of FOOD 1151 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 79698
Dates
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- CRN 79698
- $551.25 Domestic fees
Continuous Entry, Distance or Online
This is an online learning course. Start any time. You have 26 weeks from the date you register to complete this course.
Duration
26 weeks
Instructor
Crystal Cinq-Mars Majerski
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you immediately after registering. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Register any time to start this online course. You have 26 weeks from the day you register to complete it at your own pace. This course is based on 30 hours of study time and requires the completion of 6 quizzes & 1 assignment. Successful completion of this course is a prerequisite for FOOD 2151. SPONSORED STUDENTS - Please follow the instructions on the registration page to have your sponsor arrange payment. Additional information can be found at the following link: www.bcit.ca/admission/tuition-fees/sponsorship/
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.