Course Overview
Building on the basic principles of dairy processing learned in FOOD 1151, this course furthers our understanding of pasteurization techniques and fail-safe design, and examines fluid milk, cheese, and other dairy product processes in detail. Equipment design and inspection, employee training, sanitation, and environmental monitoring are addressed (in a HACCP context) as a means of achieving product safety. Students are engaged in a variety of interactive lessons, laboratory exercises, demonstrations, and case study activities. A statement of completion is issued to those with a passing grade of 60%, and it allows one to apply for the provincial dairy plant worker license ($20 fee). www.bcit.ca/study/programs/6340acert
Prerequisite(s)
- 60% in FOOD 1151
Credits
2.0
Domestic fees
$832.07
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Interpret and apply the Milk Industry Act and Standards Regulation of BC.
- Relate key aspects of dairy chemistry and microbiology to product quality and safety.
- Summarize and provide rationale for process steps during the manufacture of fluid milk, cheese, and cultured dairy products.
- Discuss thermal processing of dairy products with respect to heat transfer and holding time.
- Describe and justify the design features of pasteurization equipment.
- Perform sanitation swabbing and quality tests for raw milk receiving.
- Operate an HTST pasteurizer and complete a recording chart.
- Apply the principles of sanitation and CIP cleaning to an HTST pasteurizer and dairy process line.
- Identify sources of microbiological, chemical, and physical contamination in the dairy process environment; select and apply appropriate preventative measures as Standard Operating Procedures.
- Develop monitoring procedures for dairy processes, equipment maintenance, and plant environment.
Effective as of Fall 2011
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of FOOD 2151 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 38789
Dates
Nov 17 - Nov 19 Loading
- CRN 38789
- $832.07 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 17 - Nov 19 | Tue, Wed, Thu | 08:00 - 16:30 | Online |
Duration
3 days
Instructor
Rebecca Robertson
Course outline
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- Students are required to have a computer, stable internet connection, webcam and microphone. FOOD 2151 is required for a Dairy Plant Worker License. Course materials will be distributed a week before the course begins. Contact BCIT_foodtechnology@bcit.ca for registration approval. Registration deadline: Friday, October 17th
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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