Animal Products Technology Laboratory

Catalog description

Harvesting and processing of foods from animals; hands-on and demonstration exercises; industry procedures for processing meat, milk, and egg products. FDSC 208 / ANSC 208 Animal Products Technology Laboratory (1) This laboratory is intended to be taken along with or following Animal Products Technology lecture. Providing students with an opportunity to experience the procedures involved in harvesting and processing foods from animals. Upon completion of this course students will be able to describe, demonstrate, and explain procedures commonly used in harvesting and processing of muscle food, milk, and egg products. Students will be able to recognize and predict the impact of incorrect procedures for harvesting and processing muscle food, milk, and egg products. The course includes hands-on exercises and demonstrations that allow students to experience the "look and feel" of industry procedures used in harvesting and processing meat, milk, and egg products for human consumption. Focus on issues related to food safety and food quality. Student performance is evaluated through weekly written reports, and a final lab exam.