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Module 2:
Principles of Food Preservation
Principles of Food Preservation
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| 1. Identify the major causes of food deterioration. 2. Identify the three major types of microorganisms associated with food spoilage. 3. Discuss the factors that influence the growth of microorganisms in food. 4. Describe the conditions that favor rapid microbial growth in foods. 5. List the seven major methods of food preservation and the means by which they control microbial growth and prevent losses in food quality. |
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| Refer to your syllabus. Review class responses to discussion postings. |
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  Quiz 1 Due |
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Basis of Spoilage and Preservation : 2a. Why Preserve Food? 2b.What Causes Food Deterioration? 2c. Microbial Spoilage 2d. Bacteria 2e. Molds/Yeasts 2f. Additional Causes for Food Deterioration 2g. Seven Major Methods of Food Preservation 2h. Supplemental Information |