Description
This short course is designed for food safety auditors who require 40 hours of food microbiology or for those who want to expand their knowledge in this area.
The following topics will be covered:
- Intrinsic and extrinsic properties of foods
- Food pathogens
- Seafood microbiology
- Meat and egg microbiology
- Dairy microbiology
- Viruses
- Food testing
Must wear closed shoes for practical sessions and hair must be tied back if longer than shoulder length.
For organisations that wish to pay the student fees for this course and are unable to pay by credit card via the website, please contact the Short Course team via email on shortcourses@tafesa.edu.au to organise a Third Party Payment invoice.
Accommodation is available on campus at Regency International House.
For more information on accommodation contact:
Regency International House
T (08) 8348 4000
Class Times
Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Please Note: Registrations for this course close on 21st of October 2026 unless filled prior
Student Visa (500)
Current VISA holders eligible
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