F Introduction to Foods (formerly FOOD 101AF)

Catalog description

36 hours lecture and 54 hours lab per term. This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge of the fundamental scientific principles involved in food preparation, as well as practical experience in applying these principles to a wide variety of foods representative of those consumed in the U.S. Emphasis is placed on developing skills in utilizing appropriate basic scientific methodology to study the components of food and food products; and on acquiring a knowledge of, as well as applying, generally-accepted quality standards to such foods and food products. (Degree Credit) (CSU) (C-ID: NUTR 120)