Introduction to Food Product Development

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the terminology and basic practices in product development labs, test kitchens and culinary centers in the food and beverage industry. Focus is on the product development process from concept through commercialization, and the role of the product developer throughout this process. This includes an introduction to market research and sensory testing techniques, unit operations in food and beverage processing and packaging, quality assurance/quality control, and food regulations and labeling. Student groups research current trends, the needs of a particular target market, and topics in food and beverage processing and packaging. This course includes lecture, student presentations, group work, guest lecturers and use of the internet to research relevant topics and technologies.