
Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification.
The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.
Not all units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.
Core
Name | Nominal Hours | Subject Code | National Code |
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Apply food microbiological techniques and analysis | 70 | FABFL | FDFFST5006A |
Develop a HACCP-based food safety plan | 60 | FABFF | FDFFS5001A |
Develop, manage and maintain quality systems for food processing | 60 | FABFM | FDFFST5030A |
Identify and implement required process control for a food processing operation | 50 | FABFG | FDFFST5002A |
Identify the biochemical properties of food | 70 | FABFK | FDFFST5005A |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | GNBF | MSAENV472B |
Maintain OHS processes | 60 | AAARS | FDFOHS4002A |
Perform microbiological procedures in the food industry | 65 | FABET | FDFFST4004A |
Specify and monitor the nutritional value of processed food | 75 | FABFH | FDFFST5004A |
Supervise and maintain a food safety plan | 50 | FABER | FDFFS4001A |
Elective
Name | Nominal Hours | Subject Code | National Code |
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Analyse and present research information | 40 | FWAM | BSBRES401A |
APPLY ELECTROPHORETIC TECHNIQUES | 100 | MSSR | MSL975008A |
Communicate and negotiate to conduct food safety audits | 40 | AAAZC | FDFAU4002A |
Conduct food safety audits | 80 | AAATF | FDFAU4003A |
Conduct sensory analysis | 40 | MSSN | MSL975005A |
Design and manage a product recall | 40 | EYHN | SFIPROC504C |
Develop a new food product | 100 | FABFN | FDFFST5008A |
Identify & implement product safety and quality for processing of fruit, vegetables & other produce | 40 | FABFW | FDFFST4050A |
Identify and implement product safety and quality processes for fish and seafood products | 40 | FABFX | FDFFST4051A |
Identify and implement product safety for manufacturing of cereal products | 40 | FABGA | FDFFST4054A |
Identify, evaluate and control food safety hazards | 80 | AAATG | FDFAU4004A |
Implement and review manufacturing, packaging and testing of beverage products | 40 | FABFZ | FDFFST4053A |
Implement and review the manufacturing and processing of edible fats and oils | 30 | FABFY | FDFFST4052A |
Implement and review the processing of aerated confectioneries | 30 | FABFP | FDFFST4031A |
Implement and review the processing of confectionery products | 30 | FABFT | FDFFST4036A |
Implement and review the processing of high and low boil confectionery | 30 | FABFS | FDFFST4035A |
Implement and review the production of gums and jellies | 30 | FABFR | FDFFST4032A |
Manage and evaluate new product trials | 60 | AAAXK | FDFTEC5001A |
Perform food analyses | 60 | MSTC | MSL975022A |
Perform food tests | 100 | MSSB | MSL974004A |
Perform microscopic examination | 40 | MSRW | MSL973007A |
How to Apply
International Course - application process
If you are applying from onshore, generally, you will need to apply for an international course to TAFE South Australia at least two months before you want to start your studies in Australia. If you are applying from offshore it is highly recommended that you apply at least four months in advance.
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Note: You must be an International resident to apply for this course.
For Australian residents please visit TAFE SA Courses.
Qualifications & Skills Covered
Diploma of Food Science and Technology
(FDF50311)
During the course you will research and develop your own new food product, participate in industry tours, produce a range of value-added food products including cheese, ice cream, confectionery, olive oils, jams and sauces, experiment with the production of a range of beverages including beer, coffee and soft drinks and you will have the opportunity to work alongside highly qualified industry professionals in world class facilities.
Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full Qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.
Credit Transfer
You will only receive a joint offer for TAFE SA and University if you apply for a Packaged University Program. If the University course that you have selected is not part of a Packaged University Offers, you will need to apply separately to the University for your selected degree program.
Studying at TAFE SA is one of the easiest pathways towards a University Degree. Credit Transfer is the formal recognition that parts of a TAFE SA course are equivalent in content and level to parts of some University courses.
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University | University Course | Points | Time Equiv. | Details |
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University of Adelaide | Bachelor of Food and Nutrition Science | 24 points
| 12 months
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Fees
These course fees are for international students only.
| Tuition Fees | Incidental Fees |
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Semester 1 | AUD $4500 | - |
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Semester 2 | AUD $4500 | - |
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Fee Totals | AUD $9000 | - |
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Total Course Cost | AUD $9000 |
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Note: TAFE SA does not commit to any fees shown. Charges vary between courses and subjects and are
based on a rate per hour. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary.
Overseas Health Cover
All overseas students are required to have Overseas Health Cover (OSHC) insurance for the entire duration of the course. The health cover rate will vary depending on the personal circumstances and duration of stay in Australia. Read more about Overseas Health Cover.